Home Advice

9 Things You Should Do to Your Home Before Fall Starts

Posted on Sep 28, 2019 in Home Advice


Sweater weather is coming—and you need more than a PSL to get ready for it.

1. Clean, or possibly replace, your gutters.

2. Check for drafts.

3. Drain your outdoor faucets.

4. Bring your outdoor furniture in.

5. Fix any cracks in your driveway.

6. Change your filters.

7. Fertilize your lawn.

8. Test winter equipment.

9. Change your batteries.


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10 Cosmetic Upgrades to Sell Your Home in Record Time

Posted on Jun 25, 2019 in Home Advice


Add a Fresh Coat of Paint

Add Crown Molding

Install New Hardware

Stain the Floors

Slap on Subway Tile

Update Ceiling Fans + Light Fixtures

Paint the Kitchen Cabinets

Update Bath Fixtures

First Impressions Matter

Create a Pretty Patio


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Secrets of the Stagers: 4 Decor Items You Should Rent to Sell Your Home Fast

Posted on Jun 17, 2019 in Home Advice


It's no secret that staging your home will help it sell faster and for more money. But if you're overwhelmed by the thought of renting furniture for your entire house or having to pay a professional to stage it for you, we have good news: You can do it yourself—cheaper and faster—if you know where to focus your attention.
1. Big statement sofas
2. Ga...

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10 Minimalist Choices That Will Bring Calm to Your Bathroom

Posted on Jun 03, 2019 in Home Advice


Whether you have a “less is more” or “more is more” philosophy toward decor, the bathroom is a good spot to borrow from a minimalist’s bag of tricks. These include the simple lines, monochromatic schemes and lack of visual clutter conducive to a clean, calm atmosphere — perfect for a long soak, relaxing shower or less hectic-feeling morning routine...

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Ready for spring cleaning but don't know where to start? Use this handy list: 

Posted on May 13, 2019 in Home Advice


Take Our Seven-Day Cleaning Challenge!
Start by removing obvious garbage from your space—last night's coffee cup, that half-eaten bag of Cheetos, the photo of your ex-partner, etc. To make things easier, have large garbage bags and recycling bins handy—you're more likely to toss things away if bins are easily accessible—and be sure to stock up your...

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10 Home Improvement Projects to Tackle Before Listing Your Home

Posted on May 09, 2019 in Home Advice


These small changes have the potential to make a huge impact on your selling price.
  • Address the Exterior
  • Go Neutral
  • Update Light Fixtures
  • Focus on Floors
  • Remove Popcorn Ceiling
  • Upgrade Master Closet
  • Create a Squeaky-Clean Slate
  • Install Molding
  • Replace Dated Hardware, Mirrors + Plumbing Fixtures
  • Take Your Stairs to the Next Level
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