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08/08/2026

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08/08/2026

Weekend Projects That Improve Your Home's Function & Appeal
You don't need to wait for the perfect time or hire a professional to make worthwhile improvements around your home. A few hours of work over the weekend can help surfaces, fixtures, and other features last longer while also improving how the property looks. Many projects require only basic tools and...

Small weekend projects can improve both the function and appeal of your home with minimal time and expense. Here are the areas to focus on first.

08/07/2026

In addition to decluttering your kitchen counters, you will also want to address inside your cabinets as well since serious buyers will want to check for storage space. Here are some hacks you can use to curb the clutter.

If chaos in the kitchen is sending you to the drive-through window a bit too often, it’s time to take control with the help of some time-saving, storage-friendly kitchen hacks. Here are five to get you started. Pull-out shelves. If you have to kneel down and rummage through deep corner cabinets, p...

08/07/2026

Evaluating Storage Space When Touring Homes
Storage is rarely the first priority for buyers touring a home, and it shouldn't be the first thing they consider. Kitchens and floor plans usually command the most attention, while storage receives far less notice. But a home that looks spacious during a showing can feel cramped once the boxes are unpacked.
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Storage often gets overlooked during a home tour. Here's what to check in closets, the kitchen, the garage, and other hidden corners before you make an offer.

08/06/2026

How to Prepare Your Home for a Summer Open House
A summer open house asks more of a home than people realize.
Buyers may arrive warm from the car, distracted by weekend plans, or already tired from seeing other houses. They arn't always walking in with a blank slate. The house has to win a little patience from them.
That doesn't mean every room needs...

Summer open houses bring heat, glare, and quick first impressions. Here's how to help your home feel comfortable before buyers start looking closely.

08/05/2026

You’re dashing out of the house, late for work, when the garage door opener malfunctions. Check to see if you can put a quick end to your frustration with one of these simple fixes.

Garage door openers are a tremendous convenience, but they can be temperamental. Let’s solve some of the most common frustrations.

08/04/2026

🏡 As you navigate the home-buying journey, it's essential to be strategic with your offers and (in competitive markets) gear up for potential bidding wars. Navigate this process wisely with my FREE Home Buyer's Handbook. Download Now!

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08/03/2026

You expect your house plans to be published on blueprints, but what about 3D printing of the house itself? Cutting-edge architecture is combining with 3D design technology to build your next house.

A growing number of products are manufactured with 3D printing, and now the technology can even build houses! Is a 3D home something you’d like to pursue?

08/01/2026

How to Improve Your Home's Outdoor Lighting
Most people don't think much about outdoor lighting until something feels off. The front walk is hard to see, or the porch feels dim. The backyard is pleasant during the day, then disappears once the sun goes down.
Small changes can help more than a full redesign. The point is not to make everything...

Better outdoor lighting can make your home feel safer, warmer, and easier to enjoy. Start with the areas people actually use after dark.

08/01/2026

You can easily spice up your kitchen with a patterned tile backsplash, but is this too busy?