5 Ways to Refresh Your Home For Spring

Spring is a time for renewal and awakenings. It’s also the perfect time to take your cues from Mother Nature and devise a plan to reduce and reimagine your way to a refreshing, updated home you can fully enjoy once more. 1. Reorganize cluttered areas. If a room (or rooms) in your house are in disarray,...

Effortless Spring Entertaining

Spring brings plenty of reasons to celebrate, from holidays to weddings to baby showers. Even a just-because al fresco brunch is a great way to share time with family and friends while taking advantage of a beautiful day. Make hosting your next spring gathering a breeze with these entertaining tips for...

7 Painting Projects for Weekend Warriors

Advertorial – Homeowners are often advised to keep the home neutral and avoid decorating with anything too bold or personal. But in order to make a house your home, the décor should reflect your personality and style. The good news is you don’t have to make permanent commitments. Paint is an easy...

10 Ways to Stay Organized All Day Long

HOME FEATURE – Organization is essential for keeping stress at bay throughout the day. Whether you’re getting the kids ready for school, tackling household chores, preparing meals or getting everyone ready for bed, there are several things you can do to maximize time, space and peace of...

How to Improve Your Home’s Curb Appeal

Those who have tried to sell a home are likely familiar with the phrase “curb appeal.” Improving curb appeal involves dressing your home up in the hopes it makes a strong first impression on prospective buyers, many of whom will have a strong opinion about the property before they even get out of their...

Room-to-Room Home Additions

When considering a home renovation, think outside of the box for design inspiration and setting the overall tone. With homeowners staying in their homes longer due to the economy, renovations should focus on usability and personal style. For those homeowners looking to sell, the market is still very much a...

DIY Ideas for Every Room Simple Steps to Update and Organize

From simple storage solutions that freshen up messy rooms to projects that enliven a space, do-it-yourself (DIY) options are a popular choice among many homeowners. Try out some of these ideas to make every room in your home feel new again, without having to empty your pocketbook or call a handyman. Organize...

Pool Maintenance 101

For many homeowners, there is nothing better than inviting friends over to cool off from the sun’s warm rays in the comfort of their own backyard pool. But as every pool owner knows, keeping their pool clean and maintained for everyone to enjoy can take a bit of work. Here are some ways to keep your...

Bringing Indoor Comfort Outside

The arrival of summer, along with its sunny skies and beautiful weather, beckons homeowners to create a space to entertain guests and enjoy the great outdoors. Design an outdoor living room that merges style and function and incorporates elements of indoor comfort. New offerings in decor and design breathe...

Listen Carefully… To Your House

By Jeff Tallas, CLU, LUTCF Just as your throat may get scratchy when you are brewing a cold, and your car may sputter when something is amiss under the hood, your house may send out warnings when things are wrong. Don’t blow off the signals — small problems can become big, expensive disasters. Listen to...