Old adages don’t apply in real estate – looks do matter!

Old adages don’t exactly apply in real estate — looks do matter and what’s on the outside definitely counts. Whether you are getting your home market-ready or planning to stay awhile (and perhaps secretly coveting that “Yard of the Month” accolade), an exterior home makeover...

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Color forecast by Sherwin Williams – Earth inspired rules in 2012

The Sherwin-Williams Colormix 2012 forecast proves a color palette doesn’t need to stray far from its roots to make a big design impact. Forty hues highlighted in the 2012 selection indicate Earth-inspired color family groups with reds, blues, greens and neutrals dominating the palette. Sherwin-Williams color experts drew...

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Survey says! Buyers again interested in larger homes

When the housing market collapsed, buyers became more interested in smaller, energy-efficient homes and smaller lot sizes, but bigger houses might be coming back, according to the American Institute of Architects (AIA). Homeowners remain interested in their properties as investments, especially regarding outdoor living space. Accessibility...

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Outdoor Living Spaces Trends and Tips

In an article posted on Buildipedia.com, Tara D. Sturm talks about how we move more of our attention to the outdoors during these warmer months we’re all experiencing. She goes on to say, “Thoughts of sipping cool beverages atop cozy lounges and backyard barbeques instantly...

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