Category: Renovation

Colour conundrum: The best approach when selling your home

When preparing your house for sale, the most common advice you’re likely to hear is to repaint both the interior and exterior of the property. Sales agents will be especially keen for you to give the property a facelift so prospective buyers feel the property has been well maintained and feels fresh and inviting. Painting…
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Ask an agent before renovating to boost your sale price

Deciding to renovate any part of your home before selling is a serious investment decision.  While you may feel your home needs a fresh kitchen or bathroom, how would you know if a new installation had paid dividends once the sale was signed and sealed? Is it really worth spending $20,000 on European appliances to…
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Upgrade Your Living Space for 2025

The new year is a time for fresh starts and new resolutions.  This year, resolve to upgrade your home with smart technology that enhances comfort, security, and efficiency. Welcome the future of living with innovative solutions that seamlessly integrate into your lifestyle. Imagine a home where your voice or smartphone controls everything. With smart home…
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Remodeling that deliver ROI when you sell

Selling your home? Don’t underestimate the power of strategic remodeling to maximize your return on investment.  While a complete overhaul might not be necessary, focusing on key areas can significantly boost your property’s appeal and market value.  Here’s a breakdown of projects that make a big impression on buyers. Kitchen Upgrades As the heart of…
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Let hotel luxury inspire your homemaking

Replicating the ambience of a luxurious hotel within the confines of your own home is a desire many share.  The allure of opulent amenities, plush bedding, and an overall sense of refined elegance can indeed make everyday life feel like a holiday.  While perpetual vacation may be an elusive dream, incorporating elements of hospitality design…
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Six ways painting trims can transform your home

Painting is one of the cheapest and easiest upgrades you can do for your home before putting it on the market. A fresh lick of paint will give your place a fresher, more appealing appearance whether your project is outside the home or indoors. Preparation is key, of course. And if you spend time washing…
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How to sequence work for a bathroom renovation

One of the most valuable and ambitious renovations before putting your home on the market is to rip out and replace your bathroom. A brand new bathroom can add tens of thousands of dollars to the value of your home and help it sell quickly. A bathroom is arguably the most complicated area of the…
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When to call in the renovation experts

There are a lot of jobs to do around the home that will improve its value, but when do you put a stop to DIY and call in the experts? Remember, enthusiasm for doing the job yourself does not replace a professional finish. So if your workmanship is likely to lack a professional quality, it…
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How to install fantasy island in your kitchen

A favorite improvement to older kitchens is the installation of an island bench: a modern, fashionable upgrade that can transform the atmosphere of the entire house. Days of working in the kitchen with your back to everyone else will be over. An island bench makes a kitchen more than a space to prepare food. It…
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Five remodeling challenges that make upsizing a great option

If you’re weighing up the pros and cons of selling your home or remodeling, there’s a temptation to stay in place, shying away from the commitment of finding a new home in a highly active and competitive market. As an experienced agent in our neighborhood, I’ve worked with many clients who began their home-selling journey…
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