Bundle renovation projects to get the best return. Combine these 5 projects to bring the most value: 1) Kitchen.  Upgrade appliances. Resurface cabinets. Switch out the countertops. 2) Master Bath. Get the wow factor with a new glass shower enclosure, fixtures, and vanity. 3) Paint. Repaint with universal earth tones and colored accessories. 4)New Carpet. A fresh, neutral […]

Can you imagine never having to turn on your landscape lighting because the plants lining your property actually emit enough light to illuminate the paths and driveway? A company called Bigolow, has genetically modified a plant that naturally produces light without chemicals or electricity. The plant, the first of its kind, is called the Starlight […]

The Boomers are coming! The so-called “baby boomers” of the United States are seniors looking to grow older comfortably, and the wise home builders should quickly familiarize themselves with the phrase “aging in place.”  The demand for products and design that meets the needs of maturing homeowners is on the rise. Remodelers are helping customers […]

Take a look around your home:  What home upkeep problems have accumulated over the winter? Attack those lingering home repairs today, and keep more expensive projects off your to–do list tomorrow. Make a plan and get the most of out of spring maintenance. Save more on energy costs by servicing your air conditioner, replacing filters, […]

Homebuyers usually don’t want to pour a lot of cash into remodels right after purchasing a new home, regardless of whether it’s a pre-existing home or new construction. What do homebuyers want instead? They want these 5 key upgrades and design features: 1) Kitchen and bath with natural stone surfaces and stainless or brushed nickel […]

Green homebuyers are happy homebuyers. According to a recent survey commissioned by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), people who own a National Green Building Standard-certified home purchased within the last three years, are satisfied with their decision. Over 90 percent of homeowners say they would recommend green buying to friends and make a similar […]

Cooks often complain that electric stovetops are slow and too hard to control. There is another option to conventional coils that combines the affordability of electricity with superior cooking ability. Induction stovetops. This type of cooktop has a glass top with an electric underneath. There are pros and cons to this type of cooking. The […]

Which home remodeling projects are best for increasing the value of your home? The following jobs have increased the most in recent years and indicate current home improvement trends: 1) Steel Entry Door Replacement: a midrange project with an 85.6 percent return to homeowners. 2) Wood Deck Addition: one of the top five improvements, adding […]

These trends in home design have taken their cues from The National Association of Home Builders’ latest slate of Best in American Living Awards winners: 1) White on white: Clean modern lines, with fresh, layered whites and shiny surfaces. 2) Bold exterior colors: Bold colors on home exteriors used to improve curb appeal. 3) Interior […]

Go green or lose big. To stay current, viable, and profitable in real estate, you must get on board the train headed toward completely sustainable building. Rob Watson is the “founding father of LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), a green rating and verification system. He maintains that the small percentage of money spent […]