Is Suburb Life Right For You?
The common assumption is that you live in the city when you’re young and then move to the suburbs when you’re ready to settle down. While no one can deny that raising children in an urban environm...
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5 Tips to Create a Home Bar
So many businesses have been affected by the events of 2020, causing permanent and temporary closures of many of our favorite spots—including the corner bar. The local watering hole has always been a great place to meet friends, watch sports,...
Room Update – Try Color-Blocking
Repainting a room is one of the easiest ways to freshen the décor while changing the feel of the room. The hottest design trend this year takes this to a whole new level. Color-blocking techniques are dominating magazines and social media with...
Mid-Century Modern vs. Contemporary
There has been a great deal of excitement in the design field concerning the Mid Century Modern style. This ’50s and ’60s home décor trend is evidenced in every furniture store as more brand are
incorporating the vintage look with modern...
Understanding the Back-Up Offer
“When can I consider my home sold? This is one of the most common questions real estate agents are asked. While the laws vary in different states, generally the contract is binding once both parties sign the offer. At that time the closing pr...
Tips to Make Your Home Both Beautiful and Kid-Friendly
Have you ever been to a home where it’s clear that the kids have taken over the space? It’s obvious that the home has become more of a playground, filled with toys and bright-colored plastic everywhere. Homes like this often sacrifice style...
Home Inspection Issues Red Flags
Most homebuyers realize that they can’t expect a perfect home inspection report when buying a resale home. Cosmetic flaws and minor repairs are easily managed and shouldn’t be dealbreakers. That said, there are some issues that are more ser...
Weekend Project – Organize Your Kitchen Pantry
The kitchen pantry is one of those areas that can quickly become a mess. Older cans and boxes keep getting pushed to the back and forgotten. How many of us have found cans of green beans dating back a decade or two during a spring cleaning? Or ...
How to Bring Restaurant Design to your Dining Room
Remember the feeling of walking into your favorite restaurant and looking forward to a nice meal in a great atmosphere? With the shutdown of indoor dining around the country, social media has been flooded with beautiful pictures of homemade foo...