Maintenenace Tips

Feb. 24, 2023

Market Update: Week of 2/20/2023

Let's have some fun this week and talk about design!

 

If you are moving into a new home or staying put and dreaming of updating a room or two, now is a good time to start planning. Spring is within reach and it's a season of renewal ...

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Aug. 1, 2020

Introducing: 14 Sunset Road, Needham

My newest listing at 14 Sunset Road in Needham checks all the boxes that buyer's in today's COVID-19 market are looking for. Home office? Check. Gorgeous in ground swimming pool? Check. (Interestingly, The business Journal recently published this article on the rush of homeowners adding backyard pools during ...

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Feb. 3, 2020

Hot Design Trends of 2020

Hot Design Ideas for Your Home

 

We all want a little luxury in our lives, and staying up-to-date on current design trends is just one way to incorporate a bit of style into everyday décor. Whether you're just looking for a few new pieces to spice up your living room ...

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Jan. 28, 2020

4 Tips for Refinishing Your Basement

You probably have an idea of your perfect basement fixed in your head, but there are many decisions that go into achieving the space you're envisioning. What are some commonly overlooked dos and don'ts that you should know before you begin to finish or refinish your basement?

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Jan. 15, 2020

Hiring a Home Contractor:Tips and Best Practices

A home construction or renovation disaster can easily happen if you hire the wrong contractor. We’ve all heard the horror stories about contractors who don’t show up to the job site, spring unfair fees on you at the last minute or can’t seem to finish the project anywhere near the ...

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Oct. 11, 2019

4 Tips for Upgrading Your Kitchen on a Budget

After living in a home for a few years, you might start itching for a kitchen upgrade. However, it can be difficult to come up with a list of kitchen upgrades that you can complete on a budget. The average kitchen remodel costs nearly $20,000—a figure that is far ...

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Oct. 8, 2019

How to Add Drama to Your Front Door

If only your front door looked as good as the day you installed it. But it deals with a lot of foot traffic and may be showing its years. Don't worry! The simplest way to make a new statement is to paint it a new color. Here are some ...

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Sept. 27, 2019

Great Closet Secrets to Use Today

 Yes, there are a lot of professional closet organizers out there, but you shouldn't need an expensive consultant to get the most out of whatever storage space you have. All you need is a free weekend to realize at least one of your New Year's resolutions: a better-organized ...

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Sept. 23, 2019

4 Must-Do Tasks for Your Autumn Lawn

Do you want to ensure a beautiful lawn for next spring? There are things you can do now, as fall and winter approach, that will help keep your lawn intact so it can reveal its true beauty once the snow melts.

 

1. Be a good barber!

 

Give your grass ...

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Aug. 14, 2019

Make a Pet-Friendly Space

Hazard-proofing

 

Take a look around your house with fresh eyes to reveal a myriad of dangers to animals. The most common to watch out for are:

 

  • Anything that could choke or electrocute. Tuck away wires and looped cords, and keep pulls for window blinds short.
  • Food and medications ...
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