Article Archive for January 2008

3 Water-Saving Home Improvements
By Shanna
Posted in Green Living, Home Improvement, Tips and Ideas on 11 January 2008
Stats: 856 views and 1 Comment

In our society, running water is a given. Probably the only time we give it any thought is when something goes wrong or when we get the monthly water bill. It’s a necessity, so we have to pay for it. But do we have to pay so much? In actuality, there are a number of [...]

See How Easily You Can Sell Your Own Home!
By Blog Master
Posted in General Information, Selling Tips, Tips and Ideas on 9 January 2008
Stats: 921 views and No Comments

  Contract to closing, Buy Owner creates a smooth selling process: that’s “The Buy Owner Difference.” From tips on staging to organizing to cleaning to curb appeal, Buy Owner provides information, right here at the blog, to help you prepare your home for sale. Buy Owner marketing plans offer options for quality descriptions, professional virtual [...]

Why You’re the Expert on Your Home
By Shanna
Posted in General Information, Selling Tips, Tips and Ideas on 7 January 2008
Stats: 1,108 views and No Comments

No one knows your home like you do. No certifications or title can substitute for personal history and experience. So it makes sense, then, that you’d be the most qualified person to sell your property. Who else knows your home’s features, right down to the year things were upgraded and the type of materials you [...]

Add Value to a Kitchen: Backsplashes
By Carrie
Posted in Home Improvement, Tips and Ideas on 5 January 2008
Stats: 12,032 views and 7 Comments

Backsplashes, which come in a variety of colors and textures, are a great way to add vitality to your kitchen’s visual appeal. Take a look at this list of five common types, and get acquainted with your image-enhancing options: 1. Stainless Steel – Description: A professional look often seen in a restaurant kitchen, stainless steel [...]

Interior Plants
By Shanna
Posted in Green Living, Tips and Ideas on 3 January 2008
Stats: 1,056 views and 3 Comments

Looking for a way to brighten up your home’s interior? Consider plants! According to Green Plants for Green Buildings (GPGB), “Plants … offer more than aesthetic value. In fact, studies have shown they help reduce stress, enhance … attitudes, increase productivity, and improve air quality.” The benefits of plants are undeniable! 1. Plants improve air [...]

Market Watch: Size Down, Ceilings Up
By Theresa
Posted in Market News on 1 January 2008
Stats: 1,248 views and 2 Comments

Homes have changed dramatically over the years, and according to a survey conducted by the National Association of Home Builders, that trend will continue throughout the next decade. The survey suggests we can expect homes to be smaller but with more volume: “Single-family homes are expected to end a growth spurt that has persisted since [...]