Boost Your Spring Curb Appeal
By Erin McFeeters The official start of spring is here! If you plan to sell your home, know that curb appeal plays a significant role in the success of a sale. According to the National Association of Realtors® 2018 Remodeling Impact: Outdoor Features report, 99 percent of NAR members believe curb appeal is important in attracting […]
Your Guide to D.I.Y.
By Erin McFeeters Do you spend hours scrolling through Pinterest? Or wish you could be the next contestant on NBC’s Making It? One of the only ways to individualize a home to specific wants and needs without breaking the bank, do it yourself home projects are more prevalent than ever before. According to the National […]
Design Trends Through the Decades
By Dana Fiori So much can change in 100 years, especially the way we design our homes. Style and trends are constantly evolving, and interior decor is no exception to this. There is often a substantial shift in architectural and interior design trends every ten years, always making way for new ideas as well as […]
7 Winter Curb Appeal Tips
By Erin McFeeters Curb appeal is a significant aspect of potential buyer’s first impressions of a home. According to the National Association of Realtors® Remodeling Impact Report: Outdoor Features, 94 percent of Realtors® have suggested sellers improve their curb appeal before listing a home for sale. Improve your winter curb appeal with these tips. Seasonal […]
7 Tips for a Cozier Home this Winter
By Erin McFeeters The first day of winter isn’t until Dec. 21, but the first frost has already hit most of New Jersey. If you have nowhere warm to escape to this season, follow these tips to create your own winter retreat. Snag Some Slippers Nothing says cozy more than putting on slippers right when […]
Five NJ Fall Getaways
By Erin McFeeters The summer tourism hubbub has subsided, and the scorching summer weather has come and gone. With crisp cool breezes in our midst, there isn’t a better time to get away for a fall weekend. Escape everyday life and visit one of these destinations for some peace and quiet. Long Beach Island During […]
Disaster Preparedness Tips
By Erin McFeeters Natural disasters are becoming more and more common with each passing day. It is vital to have a plan in place to protect your home and family. It is also important to always listen to officials in your community—they are there to help residents through the difficult time. Read these tips so […]
What’s New in the Smart Home Tech Industry
ChefSteps Joule Sous Vide Become a better cook with the ChefSteps Joule Sous Vide, available on Amazon for $179. Rather than cooking with an oven and stovetop, the Joule Sous Vide cooks your food using water. Your pan and oven are often much hotter than you want your food to be which is why food […]
First-Time Homeowner’s Guide: All You Need to Know
By Dana Fiori Congratulations! You’re on the road to achieving the American dream of homeownership. Becoming a first-time homeowner involves many emotions and can be extremely overwhelming. It’s exciting, stressful, confusing, and perhaps one of the most adult things you could possibly do. When you’re ready to settle down and join millions in homeownership, here […]
Your Guide to Home Types
By Erin McFeeters When you first begin your home search, you start hearing words like Cape Cod and Tudor to describe homes, but what does that mean? A town in Massachusetts and a type of watch does not help with home search. Read this guide to home types, and you can feel confident going into […]