Ten Hottest Kitchen Countertop Materials-
Home decor is not unlike fashion. There are classics with looks that will last a lifetime and there are trends that come and go. Generally, the lifetime of kitchen decor is less than 10 years, so when creating your dream kitchen you want to consider a look that will last.
So now you’re ready for an upgrade and you’ve given careful consideration ...
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When selling a home, you don’t want buyers to step foot in a room and suddenly feel cramped. They will quickly start questioning whether they’ll be able to fit their belongings in there and whether the home is too small.
What can you do to open up some of the tight spaces in your listings?
1. Remove furniture. Rooms packed overly full of furniture will not allow buyers to visualize their ...
FHA 203k loans allow the cost of renovations to be included in your mortgage. It gives buyers the option to buy a property that could use some work, even if they don't have a large sum of money saved.
First, some 203(k) basics:
15- or 30-year term option
ARM or fixed-rate option
3.5% down payment; other FHA loan qualifications apply
Interest rate a tad higher than market
Higher fees compared ...
How to Prioritize Home Repairs
Buying a home can be an expensive endeavor, and many potential buyers choose to shave a couple bucks off the final price by purchasing starter homes or properties that need a few repairs. And while this strategy can be an effective way to save money and, in some cases, personalize the house, knowing which repairs are more pressing can help new homeowners ...
Tired of searching for tools and not being able to find them? Sick of tripping over random items that have collected in your garage? It's easier than you think to get organized...
Does Staging Really Matter?
The short answer is ABSOLUTELY!!
The goal of prepping and staging a property is to make everything look so nice and perfect, that potential problems do not even cross a buyer's mind. The buyer thinks, "wow, this looks so great, they must take such good care of this home." How often do you hear someone say after they purchase a home, "this house just gave ...
Paint Your Laminate Countertops
I have always been curious about doing this, so I did a little digging. Here is a great blog and a cool video that show two different methods of painting, depending on the look you are hoping to create. One thing I want to stress- If you paint laminate, it is extremely important to properly prepare for painting. You must sand the surface (an important ...
How To Refurbish A Deck
Over the past few weeks, I completely refurbished my deck. I did not rebuild the entire thing, but rather replaced all of the top boards. The frame was still in good shape, but the top boards were cracking and some of them were starting to rot. I would like to share some of the things I learned:
1) Removing the old boards was very difficult. I basically ...
Different Types of Flooring- Pros and Cons
Thinking about updating flooring in your home? This is a quick summary of popular types of flooring, and what attracts people to them:
Carpet- Comfortable and warm, absorbs sound, limitless colors and textures, susceptible to staining
Hardwood (solid)- naturally beautiful, can be refinished multiple times, can be problematic in high humidity
Hardwood ...
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What is LEED certified? The Goal of Sustainability
LEED is an acronym for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. Buildings that are LEED certified are designed to be efficient in heating and cooling. Low flow toilets and faucets help limit water usage. Low VOC (volatile organic compounds) paint prevents further ozone deterioration.
The idea of green building is to ...