It’s not uncommon for couples with growing families to trade in their compact cars for something roomier, like a mini-van. The same thing happens with homes. Sometimes families simply outgrow them.   How can you tell if that’s happening with your property? Here are some sure-fire signs: You need more space. This is the most common reason people upgrade to a new home. They need...Read More

It's almost December, a very exciting month for sure!  We are getting our homes ready for the holidays, and keeping busy with  holiday shopping and parties.   It's hard to find down time, but in case you happen to have a day and are looking for something festive to do, check out our list of some events around town we thinkg you will enjoy!    Wednes...Read More

When Ryan and I bought our current home about 2 years ago we knew the family room fireplace was not something that we found particularly attractive but we didn’t know exactly what kind of transformation we wanted for it.  At the time we decided it was not an immediate priority and wanted to live in the home for a while before decided what to do with it. About 1 year ago I started to sav...Read More

Whether their designs are surrounded by Lake Minnetonka’s mist, San Francisco’s fog, Toronto’s ice, L.A.’s glare, Denver’s snowdrifts or Atlanta’s steamy air, design pros seeking fresh neutral paints are looking to light gray. “Grays can be so transparent and versatile that they can pair with just about anything,” says interior designer Crystal Russe...Read More

Four Things You Should Know About Staging You've probably heard about "home staging". As the name implies, it's all about arranging each room in your home in a way that will make the best impression on buyers. Here's what you need to know about staging if you're thinking of listing your property. 1. Staging can get you a higher price. On average, a fully-staged home t...Read More

The Basics of Do-it-Yourself Video-based Home Security   According to law enforcement experts, a video-based home security system is significantly more effective than a simple alarm system. The reason is obvious. Burglars don’t want their crimes captured on video, which can then be used as evidence in court.   So it’s no wonder that many homeowners have, or are considering, v...Read More