Summer means longer days and later nights, and usually more traffic in your home. With play dates, game nights, and bonfires, there are likely to be more guests in and out of your home than usual. While fun is the priority, safety should be as well. To keep the little ones, children and pets included, […]

“How much home can I afford”? This question is asked by almost all buyers, not just first time home buyers. With changing interest rates, homeowner association fees, assessments and rising home prices, it’s natural to wonder what you can actually spend on a new home. The best way to answer this question definitively is to […]

Over the last few years weekend warriors have been delighted to find an abundance of television shows devoted to fixing up homes. More specifically, they show viewers how to take a fixer upper and turn it from an ugly duckling to a special property that they can call home. It sounds so easy but before […]

Regardless of whether your project is a simple bathroom remodel or a complete house renovation, the success or failure of the project will depend on the contractor you hire. Choosing the right contractor is easier than you think, but you have to do your due diligence. 1. Check their License – Make sure you check […]

Even if you have a beautiful headboard, the space above your bed can seem empty if left untouched. This space can be tricky to decorate, but that doesn’t mean you should leave it blank. There are plenty of ways to spruce up that space without much work. Here are 5 ways to make the best […]

Is your house a little dated? Do you want to make some improvements or upgrades but also want to make sure that you get the best bang for your buck if you decide to sell? Not all home improvements bring a good return on investment when selling, so unless the improvement is simply for your […]

Buyers notice everything – good and bad. From the moment they walk in the front door, they are trying to determine if this is the right home for them and their family. If you have your home listed for sale, paying attention to what the buyers notice can mean the difference between an offer and […]

Spring is a very popular time for homeowners to want to roll up their sleeves and do a little handywork on their homes. I got to chat with Emily from Redfin about affordable spring diy updates you can make to your home THIS WEEKEND and she shares them all on the Redfin Blog! So, if […]

Springtime is one of my favorite seasons. Why? The flowers are blooming, the smell of fresh cut grass is in the air and the temperature is absolutely perfect! Because of this (and many other factors), spring is also a very popular time to list a home. If you’re preparing to sell your home, curb appeal […]

We are all thankful for the many drawers and cabinets in kitchens today, but they make it easy for us to hide our clutter instead of getting rid of it. If you have reached the point where you can no longer open a door in your kitchen without having something fall out, it is time […]