Winter sneaks up on homeowners every year. The variable weather of the autumn season where it wavers back and forth between cool and warm lulls everyone into thinking it will stay that way. On the warm days, you want to get out and enjoy the sunshine. On the chilly days, you want to stay inside. Then, it suddenly gets cold and stays that way until spring. Do not let your window of opportunity to prepare your home for the winter months pass you buy this year. Here is a checklist of things to go through while you can still comfortably work outdoors.

 

Seal out the Drafts

 

Caulking and expanding foam sealants will not work properly if you try to use them when it really gets cold outside. Take advantage of the mild temperatures of fall days to…

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Every year sees new trends. Compared to past years, most of which featured industrial-inspired home renovation ideas, 2017 has brought in the best home improvement trends yet. Here are some of the popular home improvement trends in 2017.

 

The open floor plan

On account of the many benefits it offers, the open floor plan is one of the most popular home improvement trends in 2017. Homeowners have incorporated the open floor layout to help create a connection between indoor and outdoor spaces. Apart from connecting interior and exterior spaces, the removal of extra interior walls can open up any living space, making it appear much larger. In addition to giving homeowners a better view of their outdoor landscape, the elimination of visual barriers…

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Making a home beautiful is something that is always in progress. Each new item that you use will reflect your personality. Decorations are what make a house feel like a fantastic home.

 

Just like the clothing trends, no one will resist new interior designs. These shiny new decoration pieces, design, amazing colors as well as new furniture styles are now making way into our homes while paving way for outdated designs to get out.

 

Some of the interior designs that are going out of style are as follows;

 

Brass Overkill

 

Brass overkill is one of the known interior design that is falling out of style. This interior design appears to be cheap and is a bit contrived thus its quality doesn't suit those that are required by the…

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5 Tips for a Great Entertaining Space

If you are planning to create a great entertaining space from scratch, than you have come to the right place. Below you will find five great tips for creating the perfect space for entertaining.

1. Keep the Space Nice And Open

If you have the option to create or utilize an area that is very open with a nice area of space in the middle, then use this space to create exactly what you would like to out of this area. You can form seating around the perimeter or add a fountain, fire pit, or television to the middle of the area. The idea behind having an open space is keeping plenty of walking space between people and where they may be playing a game, watching television, eating, or sitting to ensure that everyone…

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4 Ways to Make Your Home Feel Like New

Your home likely felt new and fresh during the first few weeks after you bought it. The daily activities in your home can result in stains, scuff marks and a buildup of clutter. Over time, the walls, floors and furniture may start to look dull, worn or dated. When you are ready to make your home look new again, try these four simple tips. Each of these activities is easy to do and is affordable on any budget.

 

Removing Clutter

After you have lived in your home for a while, items start to accumulate. It might even seem like things are multiplying in the back of your closets. What felt like a lot of space when you moved in might now feel cramped and stuffed. Removing some clutter from your home could help…

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TOP 10 THINGS ON HOME BUYERS' WISHLISTS

If you are selling your house, it is a given that you want it sold as soon as possible. Having your house sit on the market for a long period is costly and inconvenient. To sell it quickly, it is important to know some of the most popular qualities in a home that buyers are looking for.

1. Updated Windows

 Buyers are looking for energy efficiency in the home they want to buy to save money and be more environmentally friendly. When buyers see old windows, they automatically think about high utility bills and drafts. The most effective way to increase energy efficiency is to update old windows with good quality, Energy Star-rated windows.

 2. Open Floor Plans

 A house with an open floor plan tends to…

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When we read about home decor online, it's often as part of a daydreamy version of reality. "One day", we think, "I'll remodel my entire home to look like that gorgeous set-up I saw on Pinterest". Or perhaps, you sigh, thinking that if only you had a clean, modern slate to work with — a brand new home — you could amp up your home's style. But in reality, you don't need to wait for your next home to create the space of your dreams. In fact, doing so is relatively simple — by simply incorporating several stylish elements into your home, you can transform it from a fairly standard space into a cutting-edge slice of inspiration for all who see it.

Subway Tiles

The simplest and most classic pieces of home decor often wield the most power. This is no more…

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Trends go in and out of style, and the past few years have seen a more rapid succession of home decor and staging fads than usual. Granite becomes essential; then granite is traded in favor of quartz. Cobblestone accents are a must and then they're despised too. Luckily, homes in Greenville—whether old or new—tend to be pretty timeless in design, showcasing a classic stateliness that never goes out of style. Still, some of us with established homes are guilty of holding on to a few things that, though minor, can make our entire homes feel dated. Not sure what they might be? Here's a list of 6 home features that might be causing your home to look outmoded.

Powder Pink Walls


When you hear others say to paint your home in neutral colors, you're…

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Last week, we started talking about how you can become a homeowner with our "How to Become a Homeowner in 10 Steps: Steps 1 - 5" blog post. This week, we're continuing with steps 6 - 10, the final steps to homeownership.

Step 6: Gather the Funds

Now that you've chosen the right home for you and your family, you need to select the right loan. Yes, you've been pre-approved for a specific loan amount, but there are hundreds of different loan types and lenders out there. Answering the questions below will help determine which kind of loan will be most suitable to your situation and needs.

  • How much would you like to put down?
  • How is your credit?
  • Are you a first-time buyer?

In order to get the actual loan, you'll need to fill out an…

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Buying a home is one of the biggest investments you'll ever make. This week, we're featuring steps 1 to 5 of our "How to Become a Homeowner" guide. Following our tips will make the home-buying process as easy and stress-free as possible. So much so that you might even enjoy yourself!

Step 1: Plan, Plan & Plan

As the saying goes "failing to plan is planning to fail." Making sure you have everything in order, from extra cash and mortgage pre-approval, to knowing where you want to live and what kind of house you can afford, will go a long way in making your home-buying process a successful one.

Do some research about your local real estate market to help better define your needs and your goals.

Aside from needing enough money squared away…

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