Isn't it time you fell in love again?
By Mets Schilstra of Classic Colors
There are many ways you can add value to
your home. A quality paint job by a professional painter is usually the
first a homeowner thinks of.
Another easy way, that can have a dramatic impact, is the repainting
and staining of various cabinet pieces in your home. Think about the
white built-in shelving units in your living room, the cabinet in the
powder room, and the vanity cabinets in your master bathroom.
At a fraction of the cost of replacing the cabinets, changing out the
color and adding an antiquing glaze to the built-in shelving units in
your living room, for instance, can create an intimate feeling that
will add character to you main living space.
Improving and updating cabinets and in-home storage can modernize the
look and feel of the home, as well as renew the worth of the home in a
highly particular and competitive market.
Contact Mets Schilstra to fall in love again.
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Buy Now and Get an $8,000 Tax Credit
By Deanna Lynn Sletten
 With
only a few months left to take advantage of the first-time homebuyer
tax credit, now is the time for serious buyers to purchase a home.
Until December 1, 2009, first-time homebuyers can receive a tax credit
of 10% of the home’s value up to a maximum of $8,000 if the sale of the
home closes before the deadline. In this buyers market of low interest
rates and an abundance of homes for sale at affordable prices, the
extra incentive of the tax... Read More |
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Essential Steps to Buying a Home
By Susan M. Keenan
 Shopping
for a home is a huge endeavor, so it is critical that consumers do a
bit of research and get familiar with the home-buying process before
they actually begin to shop around. This article outlines the basic
steps to buying a home.
Step 1. Pre-qualify for a home mortgage. Take the time to search for a mortgage... Read More |
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Decorate Your Table with Nature
By Kristie Leong
 Whether
you're planning a summertime outdoor party or a simple lunch, the
experience can be enhanced by adding natural accents when decorating
your table. Your guests will feel special when they see how you've
added a gentle touch of nature to their dining experience. Need some
ideas? Here's how to decorate your tablescape with the beauty and
tranquility of nature:
A Flower Theme - Start with an oversized floral centerpiece made of freshly... Read More
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Small Design Changes, Big Impact
Courtesy of ARAcontent
 We're
all living more cost-consciously these days—we're dining out less,
forgoing luxuries like vacations and new wardrobes, and we're spending
less on furniture, too. The good news is that it doesn't take much to
turn your current decor into something completely fresh and different.
There are plenty of easy, cost-effective ways to change your
surroundings for the better.
"Sometimes
the smallest changes can make a big difference in the look of your
home. One of the first things I recommend is visiting a nearby
professional custom framer... Read More |
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4 Reasons to Update a Bathroom
By E. E. Kane
 Bathrooms
may not hold the most glamorous spot in your home, but they must remain
functional or everyone suffers. Remodeling can be very expensive, so
how do you know when it's time to invest money in your bathroom? The
following four reasons explain why remodeling may be worth the expense.
1. Signs of Water Damage.
Leaks in the plumbing can easily lead to problems like mold, loose
tiles, and structural damage to the floor underneath. Water damage can
wreak havoc on a bathroom, and in some cases will require tearing
everything out. If you simply have a mold issue, you may be able to
resolve it with ventilation. Install an exhaust fan or a new... Read More |
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