Tracee Chiodo, Realtor

06/24/2026

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These red flags that could drain your wallet.

06/23/2026

Did you know carpet is still the most popular flooring choice for bedrooms? 🛏️☁️

And there are actually really good reasons for it.

Carpet is warmer underfoot, which matters when you're stepping out of bed at 6am. It absorbs sound, which makes a real difference in rooms above main living areas or in homes with kids. It also adds a layer of cushion that hard floors simply can't match. 🫡

06/23/2026

06/22/2026

Happy Father's Day from Affordable Carpets & More DBA Chuck Aruta Floor Contractor! 💙

06/19/2026

The basement glow-up your family has been asking for since 2019. 😂🎱

At some point, "we should do something with the basement" becomes a personality trait.

June is literally the perfect time to finally make it happen. The kids are out of school. The weather is warm. The excuses are running out. 👀

06/19/2026

The secret to a dining room that feels pulled together? It starts with what's underfoot. ✨

Here's why designers reach for dark floors in dining spaces specifically:

🕯️ They create a natural anchor that draws the eye down and makes the whole room feel more intimate and intentional.

🪑 They contrast beautifully with lighter upholstered chairs, making the seating feel like it was styled on purpose.

🌿 They pair effortlessly with warm metals, natural textures, and both bold and neutral color palettes.

06/16/2026

My new listing https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/M2413569414
Exceptional 2-acre ranchette in desirable Madera Lakes offering country living with space, versatility, and endless possibilities. This well-maintained property features a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with an updated kitchen showcasing black granite tile countertops, newer appliances, double ovens, spacious living areas, and a ground-mounted Sunrun solar system designed to help reduce energy costs. Beyond the main residence, the property includes a detached garage/shop and an approximately 800 sq. ft. finished two-story detached studio/workshop with electricity. Ideal for a home office, art or music studio, gym, game room, hobby space, workshop, or potential future ADU conversion opportunity (buyer to verify all permitted uses with Madera County). The grounds showcase approximately 100 grape vines, mature cherry, peach, apricot, and lemon trees, a beautiful collection of established rose bushes, a chicken coop, and open acreage with room to garden, entertain, or enjoy the peaceful country setting. Additional improvements include a newer well installed by Horner & Sons in 2019 and a 5,100-gallon Rotoplas water storage tank. Enjoy the privacy and lifestyle of country living while remaining conveniently located near Fresno and Madera. The area is also positioned near the future North Fork Mono Casino development, expected to bring significant employment opportunities and economic growth to Madera County. A rare opportunity to own a versatile acreage property with room to grow, create, entertain, and enjoy the best of Central Valley country living.

For Sale: View 52 photos for 19691 Del Mar Rd, this 3 bed, 2 bath, 1383 sqft. single family home in Madera, CA listed at $569,000. MLS #226075377

06/14/2026

Some mornings you just need to sit with it for a minute. ☀️

No phone. No to-do list. Just the warmth of the sun on your floor and the quiet before the day starts.

Your home is supposed to feel like this more often than it doesn't. That calm, that comfort, that "I actually love being here" feeling.

What does your favorite morning moment at home look like? 🏡

06/12/2026

One of the most underrated design moves? Letting a bold rug anchor the room while your flooring plays the supporting role.

Warm wood floors work with almost any rug style, color, or pattern, which means you can change the whole feel of a space without ever replacing a single plank.

It's one of the most flexible and budget-friendly ways to refresh a room for summer. 🌿