There have been many discussions over the past couple months having to do with fences. Neighbors splitting the bill and agreeing on style of new one, what happens when the wind blows it over, the rising costs of lumber (up 300%), and availability of talented people to install them. All are topics that have entered my sphere.
Read MoreOnce you hand over keys, its when the house and I become one and every detail gets combed through. Most photo days, I’m moving garbage cans, putting down toilet seats, turning on lights, and of course a last minute fire drill. This is The Moment where all the hard work the seller has done to get to this point, much like getting out of that limo on the red carpet. GO TIME.
Read MoreThere’s a big difference between the setups your great-aunt arranges and the ones your friends think would be a fit. Often, the key to finding a fantastic partner involves the help of an expert in all things you. Sarah Georger-Clark, Seattle-based realtor with Metropolist, says, “Meeting with a realtor is like meeting with a matchmaker or a love coach. You sit down and you describe exactly what you’re looking for — your dream partner.”
Read MoreTo open things up or keep it closed is the question. I’m personally team “defined spaces” but not totally closed off.
Homeowners across the country were eager to remodel older homes with multiple closed-off spaces to have their kitchen, dining, and living spaces open to one another. Now our homes are serving more functions than ever before.
Read MoreMoving is such a fun thought experiment. But when it becomes a reality, it’s important to factor in expenses and savings to be sure things go smoothly.
Read MoreHave you ever shopped for a vacation rental on AirBnb? Notice the difference in photography and decor? The same concept applies to listing your home. Most homeowners think the first impression they make occurs when buyers pull up to their property for a showing. However, it begins long before that.
Read More“Seattle-based realtor Sarah Georger-Clark with Metropolist explains, “They started building these suburbs in the ’90s when building materials were less expensive and people wanted that ‘Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’ look.” Open-concept kitchens, multiple living spaces, media rooms, and gargantuan bedrooms followed.
Read MoreDIY interior painting can be a money-saver if you know what you’re doing. While saving a few dollars is definitely worth trying out painting yourself, it is important to avoid mistakes often made in the process. Here is how to avoid them!
Read MoreHome improvement projects are one of the most popular ways to pass the time at home during this pandemic. People are changing the ways they are living and they are updating their homes to reflect this shift in lifestyle.
Read MoreWinter is coming which means an increased risk of ice on your property. While bad weather can be inevitable, decreasing fall risk at your home can help. Here are a few ways to just do that:
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