If you’re going to paint some rooms inside your home, choosing the right color is important to set the mood. Color is designed to help us function, heal, create, and grow. When you realize how diagnostic color can be, it really changes how you decorate. There are a few ways to establish the emotional […]
If you think about the color in your home, know that color physiology has been a widely studied field for hundreds of years, and the links between color and mood are so significant that it is used to treat mental health with chromotherapy, a form of alternative medicine that uses color and light exposure. Color […]
There is a link between lighting and health. The concept is simple: more light equals more happiness. According to this study, buyers reported the biggest boost in mood, in homes where 40 percent or more of the wall space in a home were windows. Natural light makes us feel good, because the circadian rhythm follows the sun. When […]
Have you ever noticed how you feel in a room is tied to the light conditions? Bright and airy is uplifting, while dark is gloomy. That’s because light, especially natural light, alters our perception of a space, impacting physical and mental health. Natural light instantly lifts our spirits and helps regulate our circadian rhythm, our internal clock […]
Mortgage rates are still high, and the housing market in many areas is down to a trickle. First-time homebuyers are seeking new and inventive ways to purchase a house. The traditional 30-year fixed loans and 20% down payments aren’t always possible for today’s first-time buyers of new homes. Younger purchasers are responding with a mix of financial creativity, digital […]
The importance of proper pricing is to sell your house faster with less inconvenience. It increases exposure to more buyers and generates more advertising. While it attracts higher offers it means more money to the seller. What really matters is how your home stacks up against the others currently offered for sale and recently sold […]
When you start thinking about selling your house, one common mistake people make is to spend a lot of money – renovations, new roof, remodeling. While buyers will be impressed with these things, spending $5000 on remodeling will not add $5000 to your sale. Spend as little money as possible, and spend it on cosmetic, […]
In the world of real estate, timing is everything. Whether you’re buying your dream home or selling your property for the best price, every moment counts. For most people, weekends are when they have the time to focus on real estate. Open houses, property tours, and negotiations often occur during this critical window. By working […]
It may seem that homebuyers and sellers don’t agree on much, but they share one important concern: that the transaction is successful. This comradery is never more evident than during the appraisal process. It’s only natural, since the results of the appraisal can send the deal spiraling out of control. Appraisers take into account many […]
Be creative and take your sophisticated style outside by building a stone fire pit in your backyard. Completed in only a few hours, take uniquely shaped rocks or large stones and put them together to create a functional and stylish fire pit. Before starting the project, be sure to check your local fire codes or […]
