Putting your house on the market can be an exciting time as you look forward to life’s next chapter. But when you have kids, the cycle of staging, cleaning, leaving for last-minute showings, then repeating the process can make a this time much more stressful. Read on for some helpful tips for keeping your home showing-ready even with little kids …
Federal Tax Changes for your 2018 Returns
If you haven’t filed your 2018 taxes yet, April 1st means the deadline is fast approaching. If you’ve been doing your taxes yourself, you’ll need to be aware of some major changes affecting homeowners, and particularly those who have moved and/or made property purchases in the past year. Mortgage Interest Deduction The mortgage interest tax deduction is a tax break …
Repel Mosquitoes Naturally with These Plants!
Spring has arrived in Atlanta, and the temperatures are slowly creeping up! We are all enjoying the warmer weather and longer days, and all the outside activities that come along with this time of year. However, as summer approaches, one thing none of us are looking forward to are mosquitoes! Particularly if your yard includes a pool or water feature …
Choosing the Right Paint Finish
So, you’ve decided to freshen up one of the rooms in your home by changing the paint. But if you are unfamiliar with paint sheens, you may be unsure which finish is right for the job. One good rule of thumb to follow when choosing paint – the higher the sheen, the higher the shine, and the more durable the …
Get Your Yard Ready for Spring!
The long winter wait is over at last – spring is here! Many of us have spent the last few months bundled up inside, not overly concerned with our patchy brown yards. But that maintenance vacation has come to an end and it’s time to tackle all of the tasks necessary to have your lawn on the road to summer …
Transform Your Kitchen with One Simple Change!
Raise your hand if you know what a toe kick is? Anyone….anyone….you in the back? No? Well join the club! The toe kick is the slightly recessed, humble space located just below your cabinets. It is there to allow you to stand closer to your counters when they are functioning as a workspace, such as while cooking. Toe kicks entered …
Staging Tips for Your Home’s Exterior
If you’ll be putting your home on the market soon, you’ve probably already thought about the interior staging tricks you’ll employ to maximize your home’s value and potential. But don’t forget about the curb appeal! Failing to give proper attention to the outside of your home can leave potential buyers with a bad impression, affecting the way they view a …
Unexpected Home Staging Tips
Most buyers know the basics when it comes to home staging – clean, declutter and depersonalize to help potential buyers picture themselves settled in to your home. These tasks should be the first three steps you take on your way to home staging success, but there are a few more unexpected ideas that can lead to an easier and faster …
What NOT to Do When Decluttering
If you check your social media feeds or local news shows, you’ll find that home organization and storage streamlining has never been more popular. Are you also looking to get in on the decluttering craze? There are many great tips floating around for how to start the decluttering process, but here are a few things to remember NOT to as …