April showers bring May flowers—but what if your May flowers can’t grow? Fall and winter likely left your garden beds covered in debris such as sticks and branches, which could stifle your spring floral display. Here are just a few tips to get your spring garden ready to enjoy! Dry Up Standing Water Water pooling […]
Category Archives: Decorating Ideas
Create a More Energy-Efficient Home Without Breaking the Bank
Many homeowners would love to invest in making their property more energy-efficient. Going green can save you a lot of money over time and is great for the environment, but the up-front costs can be significant. Fortunately, there are some energy-efficient changes you can make to your home without draining too much of your bank […]
Create a patio scene that sells!
Whether you’re selling a condo, lake home or a Vermont mountain escape, a home’s outdoor space is often key in the potential homeowner’s willingness to say, “We’ll take it!” With property values on the rise, it’s important to create additional living space by bringing the indoors out. No matter the size, creating an inviting area for entertainment and […]
Start here if you need to tackle spring/summer home maintenance
Now that winter weather is behind us, here’s where you should start with post-winter home maintenance. Winter is hard on your home. The weight of snow puts stress on your roof, and the cold expands and contracts the materials your home is made of. Roof and shingles It’s pretty common for shingles to get damaged […]
How to add popular new home features to your house!
Which Features do Home Buyers Desire Most? What are the most popular new home features of 2015? RealtorMag recently released a list of the most likely features and amenities to be included on an average single-family home in 2015. Find the complete list here: http://realtormag.realtor.org/daily-news/2015/05/18/12-most-popular-new-home-amenities-in-2015. When you’re building a new home, it may be a […]
6 Ways to Make Your Home Look Bigger
There are many things that potential buyers are looking for when searching for a new home- universally it is safe to say that no one is hoping to find a cramped and tiny space! Real estate listings usually include words like “spacious” and “large” because both of those are highly desirable. Even if a buyer […]
In Vermont, a mudroom is a must
Vermont is a wonderful place to live, it really is! I love living here and I love helping people find their perfect home here. We have beautiful mountains, lakes, foliage, trails, you name it! We also have some pretty intense weather. We even have a special name for the season that falls in between winter […]
Decorating with color
Decorating with color can do amazing things to a room or a whole house! You don’t need to commit to an entire room; painting one wall or using a bold color on a piece of furniture can really change the look of a space. Here is a round-up of bold color ideas that offer up […]
Small Space Solutions
Are you looking for small space solutions? Ways to corral and contain your clutter? Many of us have more stuff than we think out small space can handle. There are a LOT of great tips and tutorials out there to help you sort it all out, and make the most of your small […]
Holiday Decorating Ideas from Jess at Resourceful Rooms
Happy Holidays! We have a special guest post today about holiday decorating ideas from Jess Voyer of Resourceful Rooms! Jess takes us through fives holiday decorating ideas on a budget. Five holiday decorating ideas on a budget! 1. Swag it up! Use your outdoor resources! Every year I clip a few […]