Are McMansions on their way out? Or will the desire for generous living spaces and bigger-than-life homes overcome the eco-conscious sensibilities of the millennial generation? The answers to these questions aren’t clearly defined at the moment. As Generation Y and millennial buyers begin expanding their families and enter the housing market their desires and expectations …
Is it a myth that you can have a stylish home AND kids at the same time? Or are you doomed to live with shaggy-chic distressed decor until you become an empty nester? Stylish kid-friendly decor is possible, as long as you remember that compromise is the key. Families are incorporating their children’s things into …
Moving can be a stressful time without having to worry about if your precious belongings will arrive safely. No matter if you’re moving across town or across the country, choosing the right moving company is an essential part of making sure your possessions are in the right hands. When you’re ready to choose a moving …
One of the most common resolutions is to “get organized,” but many fail because they are overwhelmed and don’t know where to get started. Boost your chances for success by choosing one specific area of your home that will give you the most satisfaction and results for your efforts – the home office. No matter …
For decades home staging has stuck to what works: neutrals, classics and an overall less-is-more approach. Today, though, real estate decor professionals are breaking the mold by adding bolder colors, textures and contemporary flair to create interiors and exteriors that make a listing more memorable – and marketable. Traditional furnishings and neutral settings are being …
Home design trends for 2015 run the gamut from super shiny bling to classics from the good ol’ days. The good news? There’s something here for everyone, no matter what your personal style is. If you’re ready to freshen up your home, here are a few of the trends you’ll be seeing in the market …
There are many things to consider when preparing your home for sale: curb appeal, landscaping, and staging the house both inside and out. But one element that has the ability to either excite buyers, or turn them off, is the scents that greet them when they first visit. A well-chosen, subtle scent can create an …
People move for many reasons, a new job, a change in income, or a change in family dynamics due to divorce, re-marriage or a death in the family. Not to mention military families, for whom moving is a necessary and repeated part of life. I’ve worked with a lot of families buying and selling homes …
The holiday season may not seem like an ideal time to put your house on the market. During this time of year people are focused on buying gifts, pinching pennies, and spreading holiday cheer. Not so much on searching for and buying a new home. Don’t despair though, the holidays may actually be the perfect …
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The changing of the seasons from Summer into Fall means much more than beautiful fall foliage – and we get some really beautiful color here in the Arlington area. As the weather cools, focus switches from summer activities such as camping, backpacking, and swimming to holiday fun and winter activities like skiing, ice skating and …
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