Carie Nesbitt, Mel Foster Co., Realtor, licensed in IA

06/16/2026

🏡 Selling Your Home? Don’t Skip This Step! 💰

If you’re putting your home on the market, skipping this one crucial step could cost you thousands! 😬👇

✨ Professional Listing Photos & Staging – First impressions matter, and homes with high-quality photos and proper staging sell faster & for more money!

📸 Listings with professional photos get 47% more per square foot!
🏠 A well-staged home can sell for up to 10% more!

Thinking about selling? Let’s make sure you maximize your home’s value! 🏡💰

Tag a homeowner who needs to see this! ⬇️



Carie Nesbitt
Mel Foster Co.
REALTOR®
Licensed in IA & IL
[email protected]
(563) 949-0580

06/14/2026

With warm tones, arched windows, and lush greenery, this home exudes European-inspired luxury. The soft glow of the evening lights paired with the stunning sunset makes for a picture-perfect setting.

A true escape that feels like a private villa retreat. ✨🏡



Carie Nesbitt
Mel Foster Co.
REALTOR®
Licensed in IA & IL
[email protected]
(563) 949-0580

06/12/2026

🎭 Simple art is so classic. Less is more here. 🎨

Carie Nesbitt
Mel Foster Co.
REALTOR®
Licensed in IA & IL
[email protected]
(563) 949-0580

06/10/2026

There's nothing like a city skyline view. It’s the reminder that you are in the center of the pulse, where architecture meets opportunity.

Carie Nesbitt
Mel Foster Co.
REALTOR®
Licensed in IA & IL
[email protected]
(563) 949-0580

06/08/2026

If you're looking for something fun to do this weekend, consider Bucktown Center For the Arts!

Carie Nesbitt
Mel Foster Co.
REALTOR®
Licensed in IA & IL
[email protected]
(563) 949-0580

Art Gallery in Davenport, IA

06/06/2026

Whether you're trying to decorate a corner, staircase, living room, bathroom or kitchen wall, check out these photo wall ideas for using more than just photographs, then have fun creating your own.

Carie Nesbitt
Mel Foster Co.
REALTOR®
Licensed in IA & IL
[email protected]
(563) 949-0580

It's easy to plot and procrastinate on styling an empty wall. (For one thing, there are so many possibilities!) Should you measure? Probably. Arrange your photos and items ahead of time? Sure. But the most important part, even more important than getting your photo wall picture perfect?

06/04/2026

✨ A Grand Welcome Begins Here ✨

This elegant entryway sets the tone for sophistication and charm from the very first step. From the intricate ironwork to the timeless columns, every detail invites you into a home full of character and style.

Your dream home is just a door away—let’s open it together. 🌟



Carie Nesbitt
Mel Foster Co.
REALTOR®
Licensed in IA & IL
[email protected]
(563) 949-0580

06/02/2026

🏡✨ 5 Staging Tips That Sell Homes Faster ✨🏡

Ready to get your listing SOLD? Here are 5 home-staging tips that buyers can’t resist:

✨ Declutter & Depersonalize – Help buyers envision themselves living there by removing personal items and unnecessary clutter.

🎨 Stick to Neutral Colors – Neutral tones appeal to more buyers and create a fresh, inviting space.

🛋️ Rearrange Furniture for Flow – Arrange furniture to highlight the home’s best features and improve overall flow.

💡 Brighten It Up – Open curtains, add lighting, and keep spaces bright and welcoming to enhance visual appeal.

🌿 Add Fresh Touches – Plants, flowers, or fresh towels add warmth and life, making the home instantly inviting.

Which tip will you use first? Let us know in the comments! 👇



Carie Nesbitt
Mel Foster Co.
REALTOR®
Licensed in IA & IL
[email protected]
(563) 949-0580

05/31/2026

Here are a few homebuying myths: 1️⃣ Find the home you want first. 2️⃣ Your down payment must be 20%. 3️⃣ You don’t need a home inspection. Looking for guidance during the homebuying process? Let's talk about it!

Carie Nesbitt
Mel Foster Co.
REALTOR®
Licensed in IA & IL
[email protected]
(563) 949-0580

05/29/2026

Upgrading your kitchen doesn't always have to require a full reboot. A fresh coat of paint on the cabinets with new hardware can quickly give you a fresh, updated look.

Carie Nesbitt
Mel Foster Co.
REALTOR®
Licensed in IA & IL
[email protected]
(563) 949-0580