With temps rising and more time outside, many homeowners are considering ways to increase the value of their home now and into the future. Beyond basic maintenance of the property and any structures that sit on it – home, garage, or shed – what outdoor living trends can add value? Or even take value away?…
As the world remembers Queen Elizabeth II and her legacy, one thing is clear, there will never be another like her. Stories of her sensibility, love of family and country, wit, and style fill our news feeds. Her influence has spanned decades and will have a lasting effect on society and culture. This legacy is…
Warmer temperatures mean summer is on the way. For many of us we are looking for any reason to be outside – either doing yard work, or relaxing and enjoying the fresh air. It’s not necessary to spend, spend, spend to create the outdoor oasis you have in mind. In fact, there are so many…
As I write this post, I think about conversations my husband and I have had over the past few months about the living space in our house. It would be nice to have a third bedroom on our second floor so our boys could have their own space; and my husband would give anything for…
The September-October 2020 issue of Realtor Magazine included some great tips for agents, buyers, sellers and even homeowners. What topic could possible span each of these personas? Home design and staging of course! For the homeowner: We are all spending more time at home so we want to create spaces that work for us.…
In many local communities, school is starting this week. The school year looks a lot different due to COVID-19. Add to that the number of parents still working from home while navigating the different models of in-school and at-home-school learning (full time, hybrid, remote…terms we are all too familiar with). Top of mind for…
Do you find yourself surfing the channels, just to land on HGTV? Or are you starting a home to-do list for this fall when the weather gets cooler and we are all hunkering down once again? These shows provide great inspiration, and one of my favorites is “Good Bones.” This mother-daughter team’s style ranges…
Every year, news stories focusing on the housing market seem to move spring earlier and earlier. For the past few years, articles have discussed the spring market kicking off as the Superbowl is wrapping up and Punxsutawney Phil is declaring how much more winter we’ll endure. 2020 has been a bit different. Many believe…
Living rooms often serve as the center of the home. They are where we relax, and enjoy time with friends and family. This is especially true during the winter months. There’s nothing better than spending a cold winter day, snuggled up in a cozy living room. You may have done just this during our…
One way New Englanders usher in the end of winter and prepare for the warmer spring season is cleaning and organizing our homes. We’ve all talked about spring cleaning! Does your home need more than a cleaning? Maybe a spring refresh or makeover. I’m right there with you. Ready for warmer temperatures, outdoor adventures,…
