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cleaning 5 Ways to Start 2018 Right in Your Home   To get your home in tiptop shape for 2018, here are some important and efficient ways to get it ready. SHARON LEETODAY Guest post by Andrea Davis  2018 is almost here! While you might consider making some New Year’s resolutions, you first need to think about your end of the year list. To get […]
backyard Home Projects Under $300 Guests Will Notice   What can you afford that will make a big impression? There are plenty of ways to upgrade your home design with a small budget. VICTORIA KEICHINGERYESTERDAY Guest post by Lauren White Family is coming into town and you’re thinking, what have I done with this place? Will they notice that you’ve changed the furniture […]
backyard Everything You Need to Know About Mowing There is more to mowing grass than just pushing the mower back and forth. Did you know there are correct ways to mow your grass? Plus, knowing what the proper cutting length is and what to do about lawn clippings are important in keeping a healthy lawn. Mow at the Right Frequency There is a […]
appraisal How to Avoid the Top 5 Home Seller Mistakes When you are selling your home, it can be easy to be in a vacuum. You have a certain idea of what the market should pay for your home and what may or may not be an issue. After all, you are king of your castle, right? Your home has x, y and z . The […]
cleaning Your Home’s November Honey-Do List This month, we’re especially thankful for home. Home is where the family comes together, where we’re protected from the elements, and where love abounds. Your home’s November Honey-Do list will make sure your home is ready for the holidays, prepared for colder weather and loved inside and out. 1. Winterize your home – For most of […]
color 5 Fantastic Kitchen Staging Ideas for Fall Wow fall homebuyers with these easy staging ideas from HomeAdvisor LINDSAY LISTANSKIOCT 13, 2017 Guest Post by Andrea Davis Selling your home in the fall means adding small seasonal elements to make your home feel warm and welcoming. And, what better place to do that than in the kitchen? Here are some ideas to help […]
construction Fastest Remodels that Make the Most Impact Here are a few big-picture renovations you can make in surprisingly little time, whether you do it yourself or hire help. SHARON LEEYESTERDAY Guest Post by Lauren White  Remodeling projects can seem like a distant fantasy when days off are usually consumed by errands and chores. What can you accomplish with the slim hours you […]
babies Moving with a Baby: The Complete Guide for Parents We have organized the guide into three sections: Before the Move, Moving In and Baby Proofing. LINDSAY LISTANSKITODAY By NorthStar Moving Co-Founder Laura McHolm On the move with a little mover in tow? Every parent knows having a baby at home is an adventure. Take that everyday baby voyage and mix in moving your home, […]
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Celebrate Trend Alert: 8 Colors to Try This Season   Now that October is here and it’s officially fall, breezy colors and summery decor will start to feel out of place. Make holiday houseguests and potential buyers feel at-home with the comfy, cozy and even cheerful shades of the season. Follow along as we uncover eight trendy colors that will last through the new […]
appliances How to Plan Your Furniture Arrangement Before Moving In Guest post by Laura McHolm Designing a floor plan in your new home is a step that is frequently overlooked. However, it is essential to create a floor plan for your new home before you move.  Not only is it the step that saves you money on moving day, it also transforms a new house into your new home. […]
color How to Find Inexpensive Art for Your Home Add your own flair to your home through art with these creative & inexpensive ideas. ALEXANDRA FILIACITODAY Your home should reflect your personality, interests, and all the people and things you love. One of the easiest ways to accomplish that is through the artwork you display around your home. When my husband & I moved […]
appliances Find the Right Focal Point for Your Room Not sure what element to make the attention getter in your room? Find some great choices here. SHARON LEESEP 7, 2017 Houzz Contributor, Gabrielle Di Stefano Well-designed rooms often have a focal point — the first thing your eye sees when you enter. Choosing the right item to emphasize sets the tone and mood for a […]
backyard 5 Ways to Boost Your Curb Appeal for the Fall Selling Season   Sellers looking to get the best price know that curb appeal plays a huge role in making the sale, even in the fall when the leaves begin to fade. Here are five simple ways to make the most of what fall has to offer and boost your curb appeal. MELINA GILLIESTODAY Sellers looking to […]
appraisal Is Summer or Winter the Best Season to Buy a Home? You hear it a lot – there are best and worst times to make any sort of purchase. Whether it’s a television, a car, or a home, statistics are available that may influence your decision on when would be the best time to make a purchase. Numerical data isn’t the only thing you should be […]
appliances Pare Down and Declutter By Knowing How Much Stuff Is Enough So you want to pare down your belongings. But how much, exactly, do you get rid of? And how can you prevent stuff from simply piling up all over again? Part of the solution to a lasting clutter-free existence may lie in numbers. As in, the number of pairs of shoes, towels, place settings and […]
appraisal 4 Tips to Selling an Inherited Property Selling an inherited house can be draining. Coldwell Banker gives 4 tips on how to successfully prepare, organize and sell your inherited house. VICTORIA KEICHINGERTODAY One difficult topic real estate agents routinely have to discuss is about selling an inherited home from a parent when they pass away. It is a situation that is an […]
backyard Summer Fridays: Urban Yards and Terraces Living in a big city doesn’t mean you don’t have great outdoor spaces. Take a look at some of our favorite urban backyard and terraces on coldwellbanker.com tailor-made for summer entertaining. GUSTAVO GONZALEZTODAY How alive the city is, how alive, how alive, how alive.” – Alfred Kazin Contrary to popular belief, there is no better […]
cleaning 11 Reasons Why Your Home Isn’t Selling Your home is on the market and you really thought it would go into contract that first month, but it didn’t. Its not. No offers. Nada. What’s up with that? Read on! When you first put your house on the market, you might be hopeful for a quick sale—especially if you’ve put a lot of money […]
backyard 6 Easy DIY Projects That Will Boost Your Home’s Value   Not only will these DIY’s boost your home’s value, but you get to enjoy them too. The satisfaction of creating something productive is powerful! Your house is likely to be the biggest investment you make in your entire life. Whether you’re planning to sell it or you’re there for the long haul, it is […]
curb appeal Photography and Real Estate: Why Taking Professional Photos of Your Listings is Essential I don’t like watching a blurry movie, do you?  Then why would you like to view a potential purchase with blurry pictures? Makes perfect sense to us! When it comes to listing your home, posting high-quality photos online is probably the most powerful marketing tool at your disposal. According to the National Association of Realtors […]