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Most buyers want a move-in ready home that’s clean, updated and functional and they’re willing to pay more to get what they want. Here are just a few improvements you can do that will go a long way with buyers. – Update the finishes. If you’re going to improve a room, update everything, even the … Continue reading Five Must-do Improvements For Resale →

Rugs help warm a dreary room, add a splash of color to a dull space, tone down a room with strong, bright colored furniture and create a new look to almost any room. Plus, it’s a quick fix to any floors that may need replacing.  – Persian rugs can cost thousands of dollars, but many … Continue reading Staying on Top of Rugs →

Don’t be offended if an agent suggests that you paint before placing your home on the market. They understand “color psychology.” Since people’s reaction to color is immediate, it can have a tremendous influence on their daily choices. You can make your home stand out from the competition, sell more quickly and at a higher … Continue reading Making Color Work in Your Home →

According to Energystar.gov, the average American household spends more than $2,200 a year on energy bills, with nearly half of that amount spent on heating and cooling. Here are six easy, low-cost ideas to cut those bills down. – Change your air filters. It’s a chore that’s easily forgotten, so put it on your calendar … Continue reading Six Easy Low-cost Energy Savers →

April showers bring May flowers, but they also give you time to check a few things off your to do list on a rainy weekend. Here are a few projects you can get done: Spring clean. Dust all the blinds, wipe down the quarter-round molding, and clean under the beds and furniture you haven’t moved … Continue reading Rainy Day Projects For Your Home →

Denmark and Norway are the happiest countries in the world. They offer stunning natural beauty, legendary winter sports and small populations. It’s no coincidence that both countries have the same word for a happy lifestyle: – hygge. Hygge, pronounced “hoo-ga,” is a term that has no English equivalent but is best translated as the enjoyment of living in … Continue reading The Hygge Lifestyle →

Few winter delights beat the crackling sound and soothing aromas of a wood-burning fire. As you prepare for the upcoming holidays, make sure your fireplace and your fire-building skills are ready in time for cozy gatherings. Have a chimney sweep company check your chimney for birds’ nests and other debris that could block smoke from … Continue reading Preparing a Wood Burning Fireplace →