Posts Tagged ‘interior design’
First-Time Homebuyers Reveal Their Biggest Regrets Decorating Their New House
First-time homebuyers who finally succeed in closing the deal have every right to be excited. Next comes the fun part: moving in and decorating your new digs. Yet watch out! In this giddy rush, first-time homeowners tend to go overboard and ...
What is a Keeping Room? The Perfect Extra Space You Need in Your Home
What is a keeping room in a house? History of the keeping room Before the late 18th century, homes often had a large, wood-burning stove in the living room, which was also doubled as the kitchen. The stove was used for cooking but it also kep...
Don’t Cut Corners on These 6 Things When Renovating Your Home
Ahome renovation is expensive, and it’s tempting to want to do projects yourself or hire contractors on the cheap. Or you might just want to put off the whole thing. A survey from Consumer Affairs found that the average homeowner waits...
Transform Your Life in Just Two Weeks: 14-Day Declutter Challenge
When it comes to feeling organized, the smallest things can really make the biggest difference. Sure, the idea of clearing out decades' worth of clutter from your home sounds like a whole lot of work, but the truth is that sometimes you just ne...
How Much Does it Cost to Stage a House?
The day has come – you’re ready to list your home for sale, watch the offers roll in, and move into your next home. But before you put your house on the market, consider staging your home. A staged house allows buyers to envision themsel...
Turn Your Sleep Sanctuary into an Intimate Retreat
These are our favorite romantic bedroom ideas – bar none. More than any other space in the home, your bedroom is the one place where you want to feel completely relaxed, comfortable and rested, especially if your space is designed for two. ...
January “Must Do” Projects
Plan Your Remodels The best laid plans... can set you up for your best renovation yet. If you're considering a large home upgrade in 2016, do your research now to prevent chaos later. Set a budget, determine which materials and appliance...
Tips for Successfully Selling Your House in the Fall
Along with shorter days and cool temps, autumn brings with it a host of home-selling challenges. But with a little attention to detail and some creative marketing techniques, you can take your house from “For Sale” to “Sold” before the ...