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5 Kid-friendly Home Improvement Projects to Kick Off Spring
Now that the weather is starting to warm up and we’re all adjusting to that extra hour of daylight in the evenings, it is the perfect time to get outside and send cabin fever packing for the spring season! If you and your crew are looking for some fun outdoor activities to help usher in the warmer weather, we can help. And—you can help improve your home’s appearance at the same t
Creative Ways to Bring “Living Coral” to Life in Your Home Decor
There is always a lot of excitement around the time of year when Pantone announces their hottest new color. This year proves to be the year of “Living Coral” or slightly salmon or a pretty shade of pinkish orange that is taking over designs on items from clothing to couches – and everything in between. Looking to amp up your home’s style this year? Infuse a little living
Kick Off 2019 With 10 Hot Home Trends
Now that the new year has arrived, many of us are busily plugging away at our resolutions. You know, eating healthier, spending less and making a few much-needed style upgrades around our homes! If home renovations were not on your list of to-dos for 2019, we have a feeling they soon will be! This year offers some home trends you simply must try. Here are 10 of our favorites for 2019: &nb
Five of the Most Expensive Remodeling Mistakes—And How to Avoid Them
Typically, when you set out to complete a home remodeling project, you’re aiming to make upgrades to a home you already love. In a best-case scenario, you’re able to complete renovations in a cost-effective manner that adds beauty and value to your home. But, what happens when your home renovation goes wrong? From unprojected costs to design disasters to contractor concerns, there i
Before You Borrow, Understand Home Renovation Loan Options
A screened-in patio, updated countertops, and new flooring… summer is often the season when people decide to make major renovations to their homes. Do you have big plans for your home, but are not sure you have the proper funds to make them happen? There may be financial help to get your project from demolition to done. There are many types of home renovation loans that are designed to h
Five Tips to Find the Right Contractor for Your Remodeling Projects
The spring season brings the arrival of the one of the busiest home remodeling seasons. From patios to porches to landscaping and more, homeowners everywhere are getting bit by the home-renovating bug. But, when you’re doing major projects around your home—even if you’re a fan of DIY—it can only get you so far. For some spring remodeling projects, you must bring in a con
Don’t Let Your Home Renovation Wreak Havoc on Your Relationship
Who doesn’t love watching the home improvement shows that depict two partners happily going through the home renovation process? Oh, sure, they run into a couple of bumps along the way – but, they’re easily able to laugh it all off and they always, we mean always, end up with an incredibly renovated masterpiece. So, why doesn’t it always end up that way in the not-made-f
Good Fences Make Good Neighbors – and Give Good Backyard Privacy!
As much as you may (or may not) love your neighbors and all of their furry, four-legged family members, you probably didn’t buy your home and property to share with them. Of course, you enjoy the friendly conversations you share when you’re outside and you may even get together for a BBQ, but when it comes to dinner outside in the backyard with your family, you may not want to share th
Ready to Remodel? Why You May Want to Rethink Your 2016 Home Renovations!
Did things like finishing the basement, completing your home office or upgrading a bathroom make your 2016 renovation “to do” list? If these are some of the home renovations on your resolutions list, hold those thoughts for just a moment. When you’re renovating your home, whether your overall goal is to sell it or not, don’t you want to make sure that your renovation i
Which Kitchen Design Elements are Best for Buyers?
Homeowners and sellers who hope to upgrade their kitchens should bear in mind design trends for 2016. The kitchen is a storage space, cooking area and a gathering place. Its myriad purposes make it one of the most important rooms in the home, and therefore it's one that should be well-designed. Whether you intend to remain in place for the next decade, or sell in the near future, the kitc
