Guest Blog #200, Entry #688 October 4, 2011 Last week I was getting my air conditioner fixed for the warm weather, and this week we are pulling out jackets and long sleeved shirts for the cooler weather, here in Jacksonville, Florida. For many of you the cooler Autumn months have already creeped in, and that…
Guest Blog #199, Entry #687, October 3, 2011 Homeowners insurance is one of those subjects most of us don’t like to think about, and hate to admit that we don’t fully understand. Whether you are buying a new home and it’s your first time, or you are contemplating if your current policy has enough coverage,…
Entry #686, October 3, 2011 Are you thinking of how to incorporate Halloween decor into your home this season without having to turn your whole dining table orange and black? From colorful dinnerware to creative dining room ideas, look at these inspiring ideas for a ghoulishly fun autumn dining rooms. Image courtesy ofPottery Barn Image…
Entry #685, October 2, 2011 Thank you Better Homes and Gardens for asking me to lend my professional advice to their ‘Budget Chic’ section of their special interest publication: Kitchen + Bath Makeovers. Better Homes & Gardens – Kitchen + Bath Makeovers Budget Chic: Have you ever wanted to buy a kitchen/bath item but want…
Guest Blog #198, Entry #684, October 1, 2011 Happy DIY Saturday! If you are like most homeowners, the ability to make your home more convenient with technology is important. Whether it is using automatic lighting controls, thermostat controls or other remote controlled devices, homeowners have a new found freedom when installing these devices. Image courtesy…
Entry #683, September 30, 2011 Are you one who enjoys eating inside your kitchen or out of it? I have heard cases for both sides. Many like the convenience of being adjacent to the kitchen to tend to children, and engage with guests when entertaining. While others prefer a separate dining area where they don’t…
Guest Blog #197, Entry #682, September 30, 2011 With rising energy costs, green initiatives and homeowners becoming more conscious about their homes, ensuring that your home has the proper insulation can be forgotten. Today, my Guest Blogger gives tips to choose the right insulation for your home. It’s important to make sure you have the…
Guest Blog #196, Entry #681, September 29, 2011 Whether you are getting ready for Autumn or you are trying to dig yourself out from summer’s end. Today’s Guest Blogger gives you tips to declutter, purge and get your Autumn home ready! Do you feel that? It’s the cool autumnal breeze blowing in from the west….
Entry #680, September 28, 2011 There must be something in the air, but it seems like everyone around me is pregnant! Ha! From friends to family, baby fever is in the air. I thought I would look for some nursery inspiration, some gender neutral colors regardless of what sex your baby will be. Whether you…
Guest Blog #195, Entry #679, September 28, 2011 As the summer ends and we start moving into the cooler months, your rising energy bill will always be a concern. For many homeowners we always assume that a high energy bill must mean that your thermostat isn’t set properly or that you HVAC unit isn’t working…
Guest Blog #194, Entry #678, September 27, 2011 Today’s real estate market is very tight. Even if you consult a real estate agent and price your home at market value, it may take a very long time to sell and may not sell at all. However, there are some things you can do to increase…
Remember when the guest area of most homes used to be a dismal area that soon turned into a storage area? Guest rooms, or mother-in-law suites, are no longer the forgotten room of the home. In fact, many builders have started including this as a bonus feature to new homes. Some homeowners use them as…