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construction The 2018 Home Upgrades for New Homeowners The best way to personalize your space and give it a fresh, polished vibe is to make upgrades—big or small—that let your personality shine. Whether you’re ready to undertake a major remodeling project or only have the budget for a few modern touches, these DIY renovation ideas are a great place to start. Welcome 2018 […]
Celebrate How to Decorate Like a Christmas Elf on a Budget It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas!!! Break out that rubbermaid and dust off your ornaments because it’s time to decorate your home like the elf that I know you are. Here are five affordable and totally adorable ways to decorate your home with Christmas ornaments. Christmas Shadow Box Adding Christmas Cheer to your […]
Celebrate The New Homeowner’s Guide to Hosting Holiday Guests As a new homeowner, there’s a good chance you’ll have the opportunity to host the Christmas festivities — after all, everyone will want to see your new place, so you’ll want it to look its best for the holidays. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, don’t worry: Follow this simple game plan for adding decor to your […]
Celebrate Get Thanksgiving Holiday Prep Started Early   It’s time to pack up those spooky Halloween decorations and transition your home for the next fall holiday. Whether you’ll be hosting a family get-together or celebrating with friends, start planning now to ensure a stress- and disaster-free Turkey day. Here’s how to organize your party supplies and details for a beautiful feast this […]
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. […]
appliances Simple Water-Saving Bathroom Upgrades   SHARON LEESEP 22, 2017 Guest post by Katy Caballeros  Between the toilet, shower, and sink, your bathroom accounts for nearly 60% of your home’s water usage. With water scarcity estimated to affect 2/3 for the global population by 2025, water costs are bound increase. Make a water-saving change and an investment in the future, without sacrificing performance. […]
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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
decorating DIY: Decorating Your Home With Photos Photographs…your real time window to the past…even better than a memory in your head. Decorate with them? Absolutely! Decorating with photos is an awesome way to spice up your home in a really dramatic way without spending a whole lot of money. Don’t worry if you haven’t got a lot of money; your own photos […]
appliances 9 Kitchen Color Ideas That Aren’t White Can’t quite figure out just exactly you are looking for when it comes to that color pop in the kitchen? These fabulous ideas are worth a look! Don’t get me wrong: White kitchens are cheerful, clean and classic — it’s no wonder why they’re so popular. But since white kitchens are everywhere, it’s easy to forget […]
decorating Hacks to Hang Anything On Your Wall Banged up thumbs, crooked frames, and things that go crash in the night?  Here’s how to do it RIGHT! Who knew sticking stuff on the wall could be such a process? Keep your stud finder at the ready, friends! I’ve rounded up our top tips and hanging hacks to help you through the tedious task […]
decorating The Paint Colors That Sell—and the Ones That Don’t Paint can make or break a room…here are some handy tips before you pick up the old paint brush! Paint colors play a crucial role in successfully selling a home, having the power to influence a homebuyer’s decision to make an offer or move on and the best colors, according to a new Zillow  analysis, […]
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 […]
appliances 16 Genius Storage Ideas You Probably Haven’t Thought Of Too much stuff and no where to store it?  Read on for ingenious ways to find a nook and cranny for all the items you can’t bear to give up! Here are some awesome ideas to get you get organized and find a “home” for all of your things. When your home has a place […]
curb appeal 8 Steps You Need to Know Before Redecorating Your Home Breaking out the paintbrushes, fabric samples and hitting Home Goods and Pinterest for some good ideas?  Here are some 8 steps you need to know before you get started! Here’s how to prioritize your game plan for your room makeover. If you have a DIY decorating project on your horizon but don’t know where to […]
curb appeal Light in, Prying Eyes out: Benefits of Light-Filtering Window Shades Light and airy rooms but still worried about people sharing your indoor privacy?  Then this is the read for you!   Want to let light in while keeping your nosy neighbors out? Special types of light-filtering window treatments enable you to illuminate your home with natural light while preventing others from viewing your personal space. […]