Why did you fall in love with your current home? What grabs your attention when you’re looking for a new home? Chances are, it’s some visual aspect. It’s only natural. As humans, we are hard-wired to put a lot of emphasis on what our eyes tell us about something. But when it comes to buying […]
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Pre-Winter Home Maintenance Checklist
Other areas of the country are enjoying fall right now. But here in Colorado, we know the kind of weather that’s going to hit us in just a few months. That’s why I think this time of year is more accurately called “pre-winter.” Investing a little time in preventive home maintenance is always a good […]
Four Little Luxuries to Boost Your Home’s Comfort
Don’t Let Permit Pitfalls Derail Your Sale
Make Essential Oils an Essential Part of Your Housekeeping
I love essential oils! I use lavender for relaxation and sleep, and I have a “clean air” blend of peppermint, eucalyptus, and rosemary that can make almost anything smell fresh. If you’re concerned about chemicals in your household cleaners and are looking for natural alternatives, or if you just can’t get enough of essential oils’ […]
Why Your Home Decor Should Have a French Accent
Photos: Jennifer Morrissette I recently traveled to France, so when I came across an article about home decor titled, “How to Renovate Your House Like a French Girl,” it definitely caught my attention! One of the key pieces of advice in the article was to keep things functional. “That’s the reason French houses are so effortlessly […]
Home Remodeling Myths the Fixer-Upper Shows Have Sold Us
I’m going to come right out and say it. Those “fixer-upper” shows on TV that we all love? Fake, fake, fake…and did I mention they’re fake? I apologize for bursting anyone’s bubble. Don’t get me wrong…I love me some Chip and Joanna Gaines (of “Fixer Upper” fame)…from a design perspective. But as an experienced Realtor […]
The Paint Colors of 2018
A new year, a new color. Each year, paint companies name a new color their color of the year, capturing what they see as the trendiest paint colors on the horizon. Here are the new year’s fresh, new colors, according to leading industry brands: TOP: Caliente (AF-290) is Benjamin Moore’s color for 2018. This deep red […]
A Great New Resource for Your Fix and Flip
It’s safe to say we Americans are slightly obsessed with the concept of the fix and flip house. Just take a quick glance at the lineup of shows on HGTV and DIY. You’ll see House Hunters Renovation, Rehab Addict, and Flip or Flop. My favorite is Fixer Upper, with the impossibly cute duo of Joanna and Chip Gaines. How […]