While many of us would like to lounge outside and soak up
blooming flowers and sunny skies when spring rolls around, it can sometimes be
hard to do when there is a laundry list of lingering tasks. This is when spring
cleaning often takes place, almost like a rite of passage, during the months of
March, April, and May.
While a good case of spring cleaning can be subjective, it generally consists of cleaning the things you rarely do throughout the year. Here’s a roundup of the spring cleaning tasks to remember that extend beyond the typical decluttering process.
If you are a homeowner, regardless of the age of your home, at some point there will be home improvements, maintenance, or renovations to undertake. Projects to improve your property, such as knocking out drywall or creating a backyard garden, will be exciting yet inevitably stressful.
The last thing you want to think
about during your project is a future lawsuit. By consulting a real estate
attorney, a consumer rights group, or local government authority before you
sign on the dotted line with your selected contractor will aid you in
protecting your rights.
It can feel overwhelming trying to keep your child or adolescent safe. Use these seven safety tips for parents to help you feel secure about your child or adolescent’s safety both in and out of the home.
Three top Realtors® in Dickson, Tennessee, have joined forces to take their already successful real estate practices to the next level. The trio announced the opening of their new brokerage, Realty Executives Hometown Living, in the first quarter of 2022.
Realty Executives Hometown Living combines the talent and resources of Paul Bullington, Tia Armstrong, and Beth Edwards. All three owners have high-performing real estate businesses but sought an avenue to progress their careers, build a legacy, and continue to expand their footprint. The trio concluded that merging to create a cohesive leadership team and leveraging the power of an established and respected franchise was the perfect opportunity to develop in Dickson and beyond.
After several years in the corporate world, Executive Angie Wilder decided that traditional office life was not her style. As someone who is highly social and prioritizes relationships, she sought a career that provided both a continuous path forward and fulfillment. Angie jumped into the real estate industry as a marketing specialist but quickly determined that her calling was to help people who were in the middle of making the biggest financial decisions in life: buying and selling homes.
With all the planning that goes into a wedding, it’s only natural that you’d want treasured souvenirs to remember the day. If you plan on handing your wedding gown down through generations, donating it, or repurposing the material into a veil, it is critical that it be kept in perfect shape. Even though you won’t be pulling your wedding gown out from storage frequently, it is a significant part of your story that should be preserved, just like your engagement ring.
You need to think in advance about how to properly clean, protect and store your wedding gown after the big day. Preservation is a step-by-step process. Not sure where to start? This piece focuses on the dos and don’ts of storing your wedding gown.
Building a home addition can be an excellent real estate investment – not to mention a necessity for those who work from home. Once your addition is complete, you can rent out the secondary suite to help pay off your mortgage or supplement your income. But first, you will need to hire a few professionals who can streamline your project and help you avoid common pitfalls that can delay your build. Here are some key professionals to add to your home addition building team.
Sleeping in new environments can sometimes trigger latent insomniac
tendencies. It can manifest in difficulty falling and remaining asleep or
waking up early. It’s a well-studied phenomenon in sleep science known as the
“first-night effect.” In that state, half of your brain remains alert while the
other half sleeps. It’s your brain’s way of protecting you against danger in
unfamiliar places.
You may experience the “first-night
effect” when sleeping at a friend’s house, hotels, or new places. Don’t worry,
though. This article will give you advice on how to avoid insomnia in a new home.
Whether you are hoping to increase the value of your home or
simply want to rid yourself of an outdated eyesore, upgrading your kitchen is
an excellent option for any homeowner. Contrary to popular belief, upgrades
don’t have to break the bank or be life-altering changes.
In the case of your kitchen, there are plenty of ways to
make inexpensive changes that boost the appearance of your home and may help you
reach a higher price tag when it comes time to sell. Below are a few options
for upgrades under $100 that make a huge splash!
While there are many different style preferences when it
comes to your home, every homeowner can agree that the goal of their home is to
be an oasis among a hectic life. Not everyone can afford (or find space) to
install a Zen garden, but there are plenty of other options to bring relaxation
into the house. The easiest method is to choose colors that promote relaxation
effortlessly.
Scientists have found that colors can evoke emotions. Just
as clashing neon pieces can sometimes induce uneasiness, calm, cool colors can
help you unwind. Read on to learn more about some color palettes that can
provide some peace and calm in your home.
