Whether you’re prepping your house to go on the market or looking for ways to maximize its long-term appreciation, these nine home improvement projects are great ways to add function, beauty, and real value to your home. The best part is, once you’ve secured the materials, most of these renovations can be completed over the […]
Tips for Cutting Household Expenses [VIDEO]
Question: Libby, can you give me some tips on cutting household expenses? Answered by Libby Guthrie Video Transcript Hi, I’m Libby Guthrie, Keller Williams Realty in Northern California. I’m going to give you some tips today on cutting your household expenses. I know Ken and I have really looked at our expenses lately and have […]
Top 5 Home Design Trends for a New Decade
Whether you’re planning a simple refresh or a full-scale renovation, it’s important to stay up-to-date on the latest trends in home design. Sellers who make tasteful updates can generate increased buyer interest and, in some cases, a premium selling price. And buyers should consider which features of a home will need updating immediately (or in […]
How to Help Cool Off a Hot Garage
Have you ever put off doing something for a long time and then, when you finally did it, you asked yourself “why did I wait so long to do that?” Well, that’s happened to me more than I like to admit. I just finished a couple of projects that I have been putting off and […]
Will Your Remodel Pay Off?
The Best (and Worst) Ways to Spend Your Home Remodeling Budget Most new homeowners have something about their property that they want to change. And as family needs and design trends shift over time, many will eventually choose to remodel. Some homeowners make updates to their property before listing it to maximize their potential sales […]
Top 6 Home Organization Upgrades that “Spark Joy” for Buyers
Thanks to Marie Kondo and her hit Netflix series “Tidying Up,” home organization upgrades is a hot topic right now. Marie encourages her viewers to minimize their possessions and keep only those items that “spark joy.” With spring in full bloom, now is the perfect time to do some spring cleaning and add organizational systems […]
Top 8 Home Design and Remodeling Trends for 2019
If you’re a current homeowner, or in the market to buy, you’re probably curious about the latest trends in home design and remodeling. Sellers who make strategic updates before listing a property can generate increased interest from buyers and, in some cases, a premium selling price. And buyers should consider which features of a home […]
