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Organizing kitchen countertops – 17 tips for keeping counters tidy

When staging a space one of the first things we ask sellers to do is clean off their counters! Clean lines present better in images, allows buyers to focus on the space, and picture themselves in your home. Check out the link below for more. https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/organizing-kitchen-countertops-17-tips-for-keeping-counters-tidy/ss-AA1aSrHD?ocid=hpmsn
Designs and Decor

Beat the All-White Kitchen Blahs With More Colorful Options

Make an impression with your kitchen with color! Green, blue, and non-white neutrals are becoming more popular options. Check out what color works best for your home’s style. Check out the link below for more. https://www.nar.realtor/blogs/styled-staged-sold/beat-the-all-white-kitchen-blahs-with-more-colorful-options
Designs and Decor

50 Rustic Home Decor Ideas To Fuel Your Daydreams

Warm tones, neutrals, distressed materials, and antique pieces come together to create the perfect rustic decor. Check out the link below for more. https://www.southernliving.com/rustic-home-decor-ideas-7488177
Designs and Decor

40 Stunning Walk-In Shower Ideas to Inspire Your Bathroom’s Design

Make your bathroom a room you want to be in. These shower ideas are anything but basic. Check out the link below for more. https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/decorating-ideas/g38560382/walk-in-shower-ideas/

Sellers Organizing kitchen countertops – 17 tips for keeping counters tidy When staging a space one of the first things we ask sellers to do is clean off their counters! Clean lines present better in images, allows buyers to focus on the space, and picture themselves in your home. Check out the link below for more. https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/organizing-kitchen-countertops-17-tips-for-keeping-counters-tidy/ss-AA1aSrHD?ocid=hpmsn

Designs and Decor Beat the All-White Kitchen Blahs With More Colorful Options Make an impression with your kitchen with color! Green, blue, and non-white neutrals are becoming more popular options. Check out what color works best for your home’s style. Check out the link below for more. https://www.nar.realtor/blogs/styled-staged-sold/beat-the-all-white-kitchen-blahs-with-more-colorful-options

Designs and Decor 50 Rustic Home Decor Ideas To Fuel Your Daydreams Warm tones, neutrals, distressed materials, and antique pieces come together to create the perfect rustic decor. Check out the link below for more. https://www.southernliving.com/rustic-home-decor-ideas-7488177

Designs and Decor 40 Stunning Walk-In Shower Ideas to Inspire Your Bathroom’s Design Make your bathroom a room you want to be in. These shower ideas are anything but basic. Check out the link below for more. https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/decorating-ideas/g38560382/walk-in-shower-ideas/

Designs and Decor Hot Outdoor Trend: ‘Clover Lawns’ Clovers are the new lawn trend. They grow in shady spots and don’t require as much water. Would you switch your grass for clovers? Check out the link below for more. https://www.nar.realtor/blogs/styled-staged-sold/hot-outdoor-trend-clover-lawns

Developments Toll Brothers Shifts to Age-Restrict Townhomes To Allow Development Proposal to Advance The Toll Brothers’ proposed Mount Pleasant development has changed direction. 55+ condos are now proposed, and part of the land will be donated to the town. Read more about why the change is happening. Check out the link below for more. https://www.realestateindepth.com/news/toll-brothers-shifts-to-age-restrict-townhomes-to-allow-development-proposal-to-advance/

Designs and Decor Cold Interiors Get Infused With More Warmth, Texture Gray is out, and warm tones are in! Bring warmth to your space with dusty pinks, browns and reds. Check out the link below for more. https://www.nar.realtor/blogs/styled-staged-sold/cold-interiors-get-infused-with-more-warmth-texture

Buyers Why it pays to buy a house: Homeowners became 40 times wealthier than renters in the past decade “Home ownership is a solid path towards building wealth,” says Lawrence Yun, chief economist for the National Association of Realtors. The typical homeowner is 40 times wealthier than if they had remained a renter. https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/personalfinance/real-estate/2023/04/18/homeowners-wealth-vs-renting-housing-market/11683922002/

Designs and Decor 30 Bright Bedroom Lighting Ideas Set the mood with lighting! Layer different lighting: lamps, sconces, chandeliers, and ceiling fan lights. Check out the link below for more. https://www.southernliving.com/bedroom-lighting-ideas-7370213

Sellers Study: Staging Paramount as Homes Begin to Linger Make your home stand apart from the rest by staging your home. Homes that are staged spend less days on the market. In a shifting market, this is a tool you will want. Check out the link below for more. https://www.nar.realtor/blogs/styled-staged-sold/study-staging-paramount-as-homes-begin-to-linger

Designs and Decor Small home library ideas – 10 creative solutions for compact spaces Not sure what to do with a small space? A home library may be the solution. Click the link below for some inspiration. Small home library ideas – 10 creative solutions for compact spaces (msn.com)

Market Reports Fairfield County 2023 Q1 Real Estate Market Report Fairfield County’s real estate market is experiencing a shift in pricing. Read the full report for what this means for your home. Click the link below. Fairfield County Market Report

Market Reports Westchester and Hudson Valley 2023 Q1 Real Estate Market Report Take a deep dive into the Westchester and Putnam County real estate markets See why we are seeing high sales prices, but a decline in the number of homes sold. Click the link below. Westchester and Hudson Valley Market Report

Designs and Decor Wood Flooring: Light or Dark? What do you prefer, light or dark hardwood floors? Each has their own pros and cons and can totally change the feel of a room. Click the link for more. Wood Flooring: Light or Dark? (nar.realtor)

Sellers 5 Most Popular Colors for a Home’s Exterior Improving your home’s curb appeal has proven to increase your property value. Here are the most popular home colors. 5 Most Popular Colors for a Home’s Exterior (nar.realtor)

Designs and Decor 15 Outdoor Kitchen Ideas For Outstanding Al Fresco Entertaining Outdoor living spaces have become more popular among homeowners. Here is some inspiration for your dream outdoor kitchen. 15 Outdoor Kitchen Ideas For Al Fresco Entertaining (southernliving.com)

Designs and Decor The Backyard Pool Is Getting Downsized With Modern Twists There is a style and size of pool that can fit almost every backyard. Check out these pool trends. The Backyard Pool Is Getting Downsized With Modern Twists (nar.realtor)

Designs and Decor 13 Awesome Countertops That Aren’t Granite Granite and Quartz are not the only countertop options available. Check out some that are becoming more popular. 13 Awesome Countertops That Aren’t Granite (msn.com)

Designs and Decor Homes Are Channeling Biophilic Vibes Bringing nature into your home decor is becoming more popular. From earth tones to natural elements like stones. Click the link below for nature inspired decor. Homes Are Channeling Biophilic Vibes (nar.realtor)

Designs and Decor 20 living room storage ideas to quickly tidy up your space Storage solutions for your living room that will make your space feel neat and tidy. Click the link below for storage ideas. 20 living room storage ideas to quickly tidy up your space (msn.com)