Photo by Paul Brennan via PixabayThe Open House is just a part of the marketing strategy to effectively sell a home, but it can be an important one. The number of people it attracts can strongly correlate with both the number and quality of the offers you receive. So while you may not have the luxury of selling...

Image by Angie Bordeaux from Pixabay Fairy gardens are versatile and simple enough to be made for both outdoor and indoor spaces. They can be compact and creative ways to add a personal touch to any room or yard. However, if you’re going to make a fairy garden with real plantlife, it’s important to choose plants that will...

Image by ElasticComputeFarm from Pixabay Your house is perfect except for one thing: The kitchen is not even close to being large enough. Those who love to entertain and cook will probably agree that even a 15-foot wide by 20-foot long kitchen isn’t large enough, especially if you don’t have an open floor plan. Once you decide how...

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Photo by KML from Pexels Buying your first home is exciting and you will spend a lot of time working with your real estate agent. However, before you begin searching for the right agent, here are some helpful hints to help you get started off on the right foot and make sure you are ready to purchase a...

Purchasing a home may prove to be a long, arduous process, particularly for individuals who fail to prepare for potential house buying hurdles. Thankfully, there are several things that you can do to put yourself in position to enjoy a successful homebuying journey, such as: 1. Establish Realistic Expectations Much in the same way that Rome was not built...

Photo by Thijs van der Weide from Pexels You may be surprised to learn just how much a little DIY storage bench in your entryway can save you in time and money. Storage benches offer children a place to sit while they remove snowy or muddy shoes. That's less time spent mopping your kitchen or steam-cleaning the carpets....

Image by Cristina Mantovani from Pixabay Whether you’re moving into a new home or getting yours ready for the market, remodeling your kitchen can help boost your home’s value. You don’t have to invest in major remodeling projects to spruce up your kitchen. The following minor remodeling options are cost-effective ones that can give your kitchen a brand...

If you have always wanted to own a second home in the mountains, near the beach or just about anywhere else, now may be the ideal time to transform your dream into a reality. The housing market offers many opportunities for property buyers – even those who already own a residence. If you understand what it takes to navigate...

If you plan to add your residence to the housing market soon, now may be a good time to list any unwanted items online. In fact, there are many reasons to sell furniture, decorations or other unwanted items online prior to listing your residence, and these reasons include: 1. You can eliminate clutter from your home. Excess items may...

Absolutely wonderful, tastefully updated home with a main level primary bedroom, expansive deck with Palisades and Hudson River views, and a beautiful back yard for relaxing and entertaining! The owners have done extensive work since they moved in five years ago...At that time, all new appliances (refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, oven, washer, and dryer) were installed, the floors were updated throughout the house, and the upstairs bathroom was completely renovated. The interior and exterior lighting was also upgraded, window treatments were improved, and the entire wood burning fireplace was given a great new look. They have also...

There is simply no way this author can overstate how many wonderful memories, special occasions, and friendship this house has seen over the past two decades. And now, the owners are reluctantly turning over this wonderful home to the next lucky buyers! Set on a quiet cul-de-sac, the house lives WAY bigger than most three-bedrooms in the neighborhood, with the three-season Sunroom (200 sq. ft.) and newly finished Family Room/Guest Area (400 sq. ft.) NOT included in the listed square footage. Extra amenities and features abound, including a pellet stove, exterior speakers over the Patio, and an invisible dog fence. This house is truly move-in...