Here’s an interesting concept: a living wall that provides more than just a beautiful backdrop for bathing. Aromatic plants like lavender and mint offer a freshly picked option for incorporating essential oils in a hot bath. Just skip the bugs please.
Homeowners who regularly cook and entertain need kitchen spaces that are functional, efficient and beautiful. Even if your culinary creations are more often inspired by Chef Boyardee than Chef Gordon Ramsey, the right layout, surfaces, sinks, storage and appliances can make your kitchen a star. Read more here.
This property is located at 28 Heritage Way in Belle Mead and is where you’ll find me this Sunday from 1-4. It sits on a quiet cul-de-sac and has had several recent improvements. Well worth a look-see. For more info, click here.
You like swimming but it’s winter outside? No problem if your house has both outdoor and indoor pools. But that’s nothing compared to this properties other amenities including 127 acres, stables, pond, home theater, wine cellar, gym and much more. For more info, click here.
Home appraisals can make or break a sale or refinancing. In particular, low appraisals are a big problem for many would-be buyers and refinancers as home values have started to stabilize and rise in most markets. Click here to read what you can do.
We can’t resist commenting on the story which appeared in the Wall Street Journal a while back regarding Colby Sambrotto, the founder and former CEO of forsalebyowner.com. It seems the founding father and lifelong evangelist of the concept of selling your home without a real estate agent was forced to hire a broker to sell his home after failing at what he preaches others should do. The rest of the story here.
While sellers sometimes make emotional mistakes, the reality is that a hot market like today’s creates massive competition among buyers, and can lead to a slippery slope of decision-making that leads to later regrets. Let’s take a look at the most common real estate regrets revealed in this new Trulia report, and what they can teach today’s home buyers about making real estate decisions they feel good about in the long run. Read more here.
A bathroom renovation is an exciting task. But before jumping to choosing the latest tile or bathtub design, there are some less exciting things to consider so your project turns out just the way you dream it. Read on.
Looking for a new kitchen sink? Consider granite composite. This compact-construction material brings cutting-edge style to a kitchen — and thanks to the high density of granite particles, it offers superior resistance to scratches, chips and heat. Some are calling it the most durable composite sink material on the market, though it’s not care-free. Is it for you? See how it looks in kitchens and get some pros, cons and maintenance tips.
Have you ever said something in the heat of the moment, then wished for weeks later you could reel those words back in? Truth is, all of us commit emotion-driven mistakes in some areas of our lives. But when it comes to selling your home – read: cashing out your most valuable asset – the stakes are simply too, too high to allow yourself and your transaction to fall prey to predictable emotional pitfalls. Read more.
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