The list of things you should probably know before you sell a house could probably fill a book. However, there are some things you must know and some things you can trust a real estate agent to help you with. Here are 15 things you must know before selling a house. Do you have a […]

The first thing to determine is whether the room will be primarily used for socializing, relaxing, working or dining. Then determine its secondary purpose. Is it a place to do work or homework? Is it a space for family entertainment or a room for overnight guests? If a room is large enough, you can dedicate […]

Black elements can have an impact on your decor when planned out and used wisely. If you don’t want a total  renovation, you can give your space a new look with a fresh coat of paint.    Use an arresting accent color like black. Consider black for floors, furniture, accent pieces and walls. You also can […]

Upcycling is taking an item destined for the trash/recycle bin and turning it into something really wonderful . Repurposing applies to items in a way that it wasn’t originally intended. You can find used items at thrift stores, your own home, garden shed or garage yard sales, curbside, estate sales as well as online at […]

A kitchen can quickly become cluttered, especially if you don’t have adequate storage space. But space can be hard to come across in a kitchen, even if you have a large kitchen. So, in what ways can you save space while utilizing all the nooks and crannies of your kitchen? Here are five space-saving ideas […]

When interest rates are high, many homebuyers turn to adjustable-rate mortgages, better known as ARMs. That’s because these mortgages typically come with initial interest rates that are lower than what they’d get when applying for a standard 30-year or 15-year fixed-rate mortgage. Those lower initial rates mean lower monthly mortgage payments. That’s the good news. […]

Tile goes in and out of style like anything else, and you may find yourself cringing every time you look at your bathroom floor or shower walls. Still, retiling gets put off because it can be expensive to remodel an entire bathroom. But there is another solution. There are plenty of products available to help […]

If you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend in Jacksonville, then you should check out historic Springfield’s great public art installations. Probably a great biking tour as it encompasses the entire neighborhood. I’ve highlighted some of the more well-known pieces but as you ride around Springfield you are bound to notice more. I’ve tried to […]

Springtime is the best time to tackle outdoor cleaning. After a long winter spent indoors, you will want to get the job done before it gets too hot to work outside during the day. But what do you need to clean your home’s exterior? Here is our guide to outdoor cleaning to keep your home […]

Interior design trends tend to change quite often. It does not take long before home living spaces appear outdated (think 1970’s pink shag carpets). While you may not want to go through the time and expense of changing your interior design every year, there may be some novel ways you can update your living spaces. […]