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These 5 Design Mistakes Make Your Home Look Smaller
We're all for going big with design—but some choices can visually shrink your space. Let's be honest, "too much space" is a problem most of us don't have. In reality, most of us are just looking to maximize the space we do have and make ou...
Home Appraisals 101 – 5 Things Appraisers Wish Sellers Knew
Home appraisals are a piece of the selling process where you may have to let go of the reins. Lenders often require the use of their own, FHA-approved home appraiser. That means you get zero say in who’s determining the financial value of the...
8 Last-Minute Halloween Costumes Using Household Item
We’ve all been there. One minute, you’re complaining that Halloween candy is in stores before Labor Day, and the next minute, it’s October 27, and you’re scrambling for a costume. No need to stress — we have your back. If you’re loo...
10 Clever Ways to Hide a TV in Plain Sight
Wishing for a design focal point other than a jet-black television? We have solutions. While televisions are a feature in many households, it can be challenging to incorporate them in an attractive way. Luckily, today's flat-screens have com...
The Top 5 Things Buyer are Looking For
What are home buyers looking for now? During the pandemic, we saw the “flight from density” from city living to the suburbs and many people building pools in their backyards. While desired home features and amenities constantly evolve, Forb...
4 Color Palettes to Try at Home, According to Color Psychologists
Standing in front of your local hardware store’s selection of paint color swatches, you might assume one white tone is just as good as another, right? Well, it turns out, there’s a psychology behind your home’s exact color choices. Expert...
The 7 Most Common Home Remodeling Mistakes
Photo 88153649 © Studiodin | Dreamstime.com Undertaking a renovation can be, in a word, traumatic. First, it's an investment: According to HomeAdvisor, a kitchen remodel—the most common home renovation—costs an average of $22,000, an...
27 Local Festivals to Liven Up Your Fall
While this heat wave might scream “pool party” not “pumpkin spice,” we’re here to assure you that fall is coming and all of the accompanying festivals along with it. Whether you’re into arts and crafts, want to show off your regiona...