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Design and Decor

The Hottest Stain Colors for Your Deck in 2023

Prepping your deck for a Summer of fun? These are the most popular stain colors to make your space pop. Check out the link below for more. https://www.nar.realtor/blogs/styled-staged-sold/the-hottest-stain-colors-for-your-deck-in-2023
Sellers

Budget driveway ideas: 10 affordable landscaping looks

Curb appeal is key when selling. One feature you might not think about updating is the driveway. Check out the link below for more. https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/realestate/budget-driveway-ideas-10-affordable-landscaping-looks/ss-AA1bDWaT?ocid=hpmsn#image=1
Design and Decor

45 Best Decorating Ideas for a Dreamy Backyard

Transform your outdoor space into an inviting and relaxing 2nd living room or dining room. It’s like you added square footage, but without the construction. Check out the link below for more. https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/gardening/advice/g1007/backyard-decorating/?slide=4
Sellers

‘Green’ Friendly Home Updates Come Big and Small

Homes with energy efficient systems and appliances are becoming more popular as buyers look to save on monthly costs where they can. Highlighting energy efficient features will increase the demand for your home. Check out the link below for more. https://www.nar.realtor/blogs/styled-staged-sold/green-friendly-home-updates-come-big-and-small

Design and Decor The Hottest Stain Colors for Your Deck in 2023 Prepping your deck for a Summer of fun? These are the most popular stain colors to make your space pop. Check out the link below for more. https://www.nar.realtor/blogs/styled-staged-sold/the-hottest-stain-colors-for-your-deck-in-2023

Sellers Budget driveway ideas: 10 affordable landscaping looks Curb appeal is key when selling. One feature you might not think about updating is the driveway. Check out the link below for more. https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/realestate/budget-driveway-ideas-10-affordable-landscaping-looks/ss-AA1bDWaT?ocid=hpmsn#image=1

Design and Decor 45 Best Decorating Ideas for a Dreamy Backyard Transform your outdoor space into an inviting and relaxing 2nd living room or dining room. It’s like you added square footage, but without the construction. Check out the link below for more. https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/gardening/advice/g1007/backyard-decorating/?slide=4

Sellers ‘Green’ Friendly Home Updates Come Big and Small Homes with energy efficient systems and appliances are becoming more popular as buyers look to save on monthly costs where they can. Highlighting energy efficient features will increase the demand for your home. Check out the link below for more. https://www.nar.realtor/blogs/styled-staged-sold/green-friendly-home-updates-come-big-and-small

Sellers 12 Fixes That Will Get You a Higher Price for Your House Most homes need a few minor repairs or improvements before they hit the market. Doing these small things before hitting the market will get you more money for your home. Check out the link below for more. https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/realestate/12-fixes-that-will-get-you-a-higher-price-for-your-house/ss-AA1b1DPa?ocid=hpmsn#image=3

Design and Decor 65 Home Office Ideas to Bring Style and Function to Any Layout Most of us work from home full or part-time. Make your home workspace feel bright, inviting, and a place you want to be. Check out the link below for more. https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/decorating-ideas/g1917/decor-ideas-study/

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

Design 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

Design 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

Design 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/

Design 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. 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/

Design 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/

Design 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

Design 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

Design and Decor Wood Flooring: Light or Dark? What do you prefer, light or dark hardwood floors? Each have 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)