cleaning Spring-Cleaning Hacks That Will Last All Season So, it’s that time of year again when we get down on our hands and knees to scrub our home top to bottom. Sponge? Check. Eco-friendly cleaning solutions? Check. Rubber gloves? Check. Ready, set, clean. You step back to admire your hard work only to realize your home doesn’t look any different after hours of […]
Buyers Can First Time Home Buyers Use a 401k For a Down Payment? Coming up with a down payment to purchase your first home can feel like a herculean task. How can you possibly save twenty, thirty, fifty thousand dollars—approximately 11% of your home purchase price in 2016 (National Association of Realtors)—to pour into a house? For most individuals, it can be incredibly tough to save enough, particularly […]
Buyers Buying a House as a Police Officer, Firefighter, or EMT Police officers, firefighters, EMTs, and teachers give so much to our country. They selflessly put their lives on the line to protect us, take care of our children, and help us accomplish our dreams. So it’s only right that they have the same opportunity to achieve their own American dream of buying a home. Unfortunately, […]
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Buyers Size Matters: Finding the Perfect Size Home for You   If you’re house shopping, there’s probably one question that’s been on your mind often: “What size home should I buy?” At a glance, the answer seems obvious: as big as you can afford! But that’s only a small piece of the puzzle. Home size matters on many levels from personal preference to resale value, […]
landscaping Simple Landscaping Upgrades to Attract Prospective Buyers A home can be modern and cozy inside, but without curb appeal, potential buyers will lose interest before they step inside. An attractive, well-kept lawn is one of the first things people will notice. The good news is that upgrading an existing lawn doesn’t have to take months, and it doesn’t need to cost a fortune. […]
Spring The Lazy Guide to Spring Cleaning at Home After a long winter, nothing feels better than having a clean and sparkling home. But, actually jumping into a deep clean is another story. Here are some simple tips to whip your home into shape without breaking a sweat: #1 Wall Cleaning A Magic Eraser is your best bet for tackling walls — it can spot clean anything from splatters to […]
moving How to Fight Hunger and Reduce Food Waste During Your Next Move Moving forces people to make a number of difficult decisions about what they can and can’t take with them. In those frenzied days of wrapping, packing, and figuring out whether or not that dresser is really going to make it up the stairs, most of us don’t take the time to consider what we’re going […]
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Coldwell Banker Hoops, Home and the Love of People   In 5th grade, my parents’ house got an addition that proved to be the most significant investment of my early years. While others may think I’m talking about a new kitchen or a refinished basement, I’m talking about a hoop in the driveway. I “helped” my dad put it up as he dug the […]
backyard Container Gardening Upgrades for a Fresh Spring If you’re a gardener, you most likely have some old pots and containers in your garden shed or even your garage. And you probably didn’t get rid of them because you figured you might have a use for them eventually. While prepping for this spring, instead of buying replacements pots and containers, go through the ones you already […]
Coldwell Banker Blue Matters – The Gen Blue Documentary The Generation Blue Experience is the single greatest manifestation of what makes Coldwell Banker such an amazing place to hang your hat. That’s why we are so excited and proud to be debuting “Blue Matters” at Leadership Summit on 3.6.2018. Blue Matters is a documentary film that follows an experienced agent, newer agent and the […]
decorating 8 Creative Ways With Closets Closets are no longer limited to storing clothes, linens or random odds and ends. You can actually discover more living space and streamline storage for your lifestyle in these underutilized and overlooked places. Here are some inspiring examples of closet transformations including a home bar, gym and office. Photo by Sutro Architects – Browse home bar photos […]
selling Effective Improvements for a Faster Sale You have decided to sell your home, and you are eager to sell it ASAP!  You need to move or want those proceeds immediately, but how? Let’s go through the best ways to efficiently and effectively improve your home for a speedy sale. First, curbside appeal.  This is the first thing every potential buyer sees […]
lighting Ambient Lighting Tricks to Warm Up the Whole House They say setting the mood is like flipping a switch and we couldn’t agree more. Lighting plays a lead role in making your house feel like home. Here are 10 lighting tricks to enhance your home’s aura. Photo by Geoff Chick & Associates – More sunroom photos 1. Control natural lighting. If you thought only stormy weather could […]
Valentine's Day Romantic Plants for Your Valentine Valentine’s Day will soon be arriving, and you could give the traditional gift of roses and candy to your special someone, or you could surprise them with a gift that will stick around past the weekend. Giving a plant or a small container garden as a gift is something which lasts longer than either fresh […]
Farmers Market Making the Most of a Winter Farmer’s Market Winter’s chill is in the air and spring is still several weeks away, but there’s plenty to do in your hometown during the colder months including checking out a winter farmer’s market. Traditional farmer’s markets usually run from early spring to late fall, but there’s a growing trend popping up in cities across the country: the winter […]
moving Moving Day: Five Simple Ways to Reduce Waste & Save Green The start of a new year brings the same old resolutions: get organized, get in shape and eat healthier. What if we all look beyond ourselves and add find new ways to be kinder to Mother Earth to our list? The impact would be pretty fantastic, a re-energized movement to preserve our one and only […]
pets How to Make Space for a New Pet at Home Getting a furry friend is always an exciting time, however, it’s definitely a good idea to make a few tweaks to your home and take some precautions to ensure a happy, healthy life for the newest member of your family. Here are a few starter tips whether you’re getting a cat or dog. Photo by […]
Spring Spring Selling Checklist   With the early spring selling season kicking off shortly after the new year, it’s time to give your home the boost it needs to meet today’s buyers’ expectations. Take advantage of being inside during the cold winter months with these quick fixes that will help your property stand out from the competition, boost its […]
Homeowners Architectural Styles on the Horizon Whether you’re buying, selling or staging a home, popular architectural styles and buzz-words can help you get the most out of your investment. Current and upcoming homebuyers have an “instant” mindset, are debt-savvy, and want all the luxuries of rural living in growing cities. Trending architectural styles, like shipping container and tiny homes, reflect the […]