I knew decorating with ikat prints was a design trend that was gaining popularity, but it wasn’t until a recent visit to the mall when I saw it on a handbag in a retail store window did it the really hit me that this was the “it” trend. If you don’t know what ikat is, Continue reading →
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In a competitive market, in any market for that matter, there are a few basic home improvement projects that are non-negotiable. They are the ones that can make or break the sale of your home. Those who choose to take their chances and cut corners, pinch pennies, avoid effort…live to regret it. Don’t allow yourself Continue reading →
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Lighting is the jewelry in your home. It adds that finishing touch. It’s the crowning piece that really tells the story of the space and the homeowner’s style. Unfortunately, too many homeowners only view it from a functional standpoint. Sure it lights up your room, but does it light up your soul or that of Continue reading →
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I have been denouncing the home staging rule of going “neutral” for several years now because what tends to happen is all the houses turn into boring vanilla boxes. In reality, there’s nothing wrong with neutral. The definition of neutral as a color is that it is harmonizing with most other colors. When I hear Continue reading →
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When preparing a house to sell, the last thing homeowners want to do is put money into a property that they’re no longer going to be living in. Unfortunately, in today’s market, it’s extremely important to have a turn-key property that attracts buyers. Considering how difficult it is for most buyers to qualify for loans Continue reading →
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Whether you’re selling your home or not, creating a welcoming entry to your home just makes coming home a little nicer. When you are preparing to sell your house, it’s especially important to set the tone for your buyers and help create those warm and fuzzy feelings you want them to have as they imagine Continue reading →
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Enjoy this great article by one of our featured Home Selling Success Telesummit experts, Lori Gilder. Lori’s blog DiaryofaRenovation.com is an excellent resource for design tips and resources. The 40th Anniversary of Earth Day came and went without much fanfare – and I’m not sure why. The green movement is here to stay and hopefully Continue reading →
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If you’ve ever purchased a new home, I’m sure you’ve been given the option to “upgrade” to mirrored closet doors. On a condo conversion project that I worked on, I offered my advice about where to strategically install mirrored closet doors without blowing the budget because of course, mirrored closet doors are more expensive than Continue reading →
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