Strategy Real Estate, Inc.

03/20/2024

When making an offer on a house you love, don’t wing it, or you might lose out! Here’s how to make a smart offer.

It’s perfect! After lots of home shopping you’ve found the house you want. Now it’s time to make an offer. But how do you come up with a number that is affordable, yet competitive? In other words, how do you know when your price is right? Get the facts. As a buyer, your calculations should [.....

03/18/2024

Clear space in your garage and learn how to hide those unsightly trash cans behind a handsome enclosure.

If you keep your garbage bins in the garage, why not free up space and move them permanently outside, tucked behind a decorative enclosure? Here are some gorgeous options for placing garbage bins out of sight and out of mind. Before you build. If you have a homeowners association, check first to see...

03/17/2024

Wishing you a safe & healthy St. Patrick's Day with your family.
Do you know why the three-leaf clover associated with St. Patrick’s Day? Read on to learn about it.

St. Patrick is often depicted with a cross in one hand and a three-leaf clover in the other. He was a Fifth Century missionary and bishop credited with introducing Christianity to Ireland. St. Patrick used a three-leaf clover to explain the Christian doctrine of the Holy Trinity to the Irish people.

03/16/2024

Food Network chef Alton Brown is famous for saying, “I grill, therefore I am.” Here’s what you need to know to become the grilling star of your backyard.

As the weather warms up, it’s prime time to buy a new grill for those backyard barbecues. To keep your guests coming back for more, choose a grill to match your level of cooking skill. Here are the basics to consider when shopping for a new grill. Types of grills. Outdoor grills are available in [...

03/15/2024

Time to “man” up and get working on your ideal home getaway space.

In the emerging world of man-cave design, sports-themed rooms are the most popular, but certainly not the only choice. Video games, movies, and vintage cars are also common themes. Or, you might want to design a one-of-kind room based on your hometown or even a favorite hangout from your college day...

03/14/2024

Strolls for Well-Being Deepen Your Connection With Nature Strolls for Well-Being is a complimentary seasonal program at Bloedel Reserve that supports connection with nature through a series of 12 self-guided walks. We invite those interested in deepening their connection to nature to join, and no ex...

03/13/2024

Owning a home with history can be satisfying but also very expensive and frustrating. Is renovating an old home the right move for you?

Buying a historic home certainly has a coolness factor about it. You can regale your guests with stories about your home’s history and carry on the home’s legacy for future generations. But the fulfillment you get from owning a direct link to your community’s past might be overshadowed by the ...

03/11/2024

Dark and ornate have given way to bright and simple. Here are six of the latest trends in home design.

With homes trending smaller, today’s houses are being built with cleaner lines and styles to emphasize the open concept. Detailed trim work and dark stains are out; light colors and simpler styles are in. Let’s look at six of the latest trends. Cabinets. Painted cabinets in bright colors with st...

03/09/2024

REMINDER: Spring Forward tonight before bedtime!
Can you name the two U.S. states that do not observe Daylight Saving Time?

Cultures throughout history have adjusted time measurement to maximize the use of daylight and increase productivity. Versions of Daylight Saving were adopted in Europe and America with the growth of railroads and the industrial age in the 1800s. Daylight Saving Time became permanent in the United S...

03/08/2024

Want to turn family chaos into function and style? These quick tips can make the most of a landing zone or mudroom.

Landing zones and mudrooms seem to rank high in popularity with today’s families. But how do you make a functional and great-looking space that your family actually uses? It’s easy, when you follow these eight simple tips. Seating is key. One of the most important elements every mudroom or landi...