Whether you’re an avid chef or just enjoy cooking family meals, your kitchen receives tons of traffic throughout the day. Because you use it so often, you may want a stylish space – especially if you like entertaining. Here are seven design trends for those looking to make some upgrades.
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Innovative Roofing Materials for Your Home
It hasn’t been said enough, but your roof is a crucial part of your home. It serves as your protection against harsh weather, outdoor elements, and unexpected forces of nature. Your roof also provides good ventilation and helps keep indoor temperature safe and stable. A well-maintained roof also adds curb appeal and value to your home. For these reasons, you need to choose the right roofing materials.
If you have never selected a roof or replaced a roof, you can always consult with a professional roofing contractor. Choose a roofer with vast experience so he or she can help you select the appropriate materials and install it. It’s also vital to work with a roofer with roofing insurance-you’re guaranteed that they have protection.
Listen to your contractor’s suggestions and consider the innovative roofing materials listed below.
Continue readingHow to Choose Wall Art for Home
Buying a home comes with great joy. As you settle in, it will be important to make your house your home. One way to do this is by decorating the walls with tasteful art and paintings.
There are different types of wall art, including paintings, prints, photo murals, poster art, custom wall art, and sculptures. You can choose the one that suits your personal style or complements the decoration of your home.
Continue reading8 Tips to Prepare Your Home for Summer Weather
The summer season is upon us, and longer and warmer days are coming! And since we are done with spring, it is time to prep your home for the upcoming months. Like you would winterize your home in the colder months, it’s time to do the opposite and prepare your home for the warmer days. But why is it so important to do this, you might ask? One of the biggest reasons is that you will be able to cool your home better. Therefore, here are eight tips to prepare your home for summer weather.
Continue readingHome Maintenance Mistakes to Avoid
As a homeowner, you know the importance of maintaining your home. If you don’t give certain parts of your home tune-ups every year, you risk having to deal with costly repairs.
Most homeowners know about scheduling AC maintenance and cleaning the gutters, but many other maintenance tips might fall to the wayside. This article lists some common home maintenance mistakes and how to avoid them.
Continue readingIdeas to Make Home Eco-Friendly
Keeping a home in constant tip-top shape can be a challenge. When it comes time to fix, remodel, or install upgrades, many people are now considering the environmental impact. Eco-friendly upgrades can help you save money, live comfortably, and minimize your environmental footprint.
There are many choices when it comes to improving your home’s energy efficiency and eco-friendliness. Read on for some affordable ideas to make your home greener!
Continue readingInexpensive Bathroom Upgrades
When you want to upgrade your home, one room to look towards is the bathroom. So many people start and end their day showering, brushing their teeth, and more, so it makes sense that you should give your bathroom a makeover.
When you can’t afford to install a new bath or shower, what are some ways you can give your bathroom an upgrade that won’t break the bank? Here are several.
Continue readingFirst Time Landlord? Here’s How to Rent Out Your Property
Renting a property out may seem like a relatively simple task, but for first timers, there’s a lot to learn.
That said, once you have a clear understanding of what’s involved, it’s a matter of working through the steps to best ensure that you attract great tenants, and everyone can have a positive experience.
Here are the critical steps to take to rent out your property for the first time.
Continue readingInnovative Regional Office Debuts for Missouri Realty Executives
Realty Executives MidAmerica Region, Realty Executives Premiere, and Realty Executives of St. Louis have announced the future opening of an innovative collaborative service center in Imperial, Missouri. This business center, boasting conference space, training facilities, and closing offices, will be operated by two independently owned and operated brokerages in the region. This one-of-a-kind hub is symbolic of the brand’s unity in Missouri and its commitment to expanding its real estate footprint throughout the state.
Continue readingOne Realtor’s Message to “Share a Spare”
When Realtor® Lynda Brookshire shares her tagline “Live your best life at the Alabama Gulf Coast,” she is thinking beyond real estate and relocating to sandy shores. Along with helping clients find their dream home, she is dedicated to letting the community know that health is wealth. Her friends and family tease that “she is gonna get you a house or get you a kidney…or both.”
Brookshire and her husband, Loyd, moved to Gulf Shores in October 2017. After a series of health challenges that landed Loyd in the hospital multiple times within a span of two years, Brookshire realized it was her mission to increase awareness for Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), organ donation, and the benefits of living a healthy lifestyle. She believes sharing their experience can help others give, receive, or maximize the gift of life.
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