Put Your Best House Forward SHAREFacebookTwitterLinkedInMore Most homebuyers start their search for a home online, so beautiful photos are key to making sure your listing gets noticed. Follow these tips to make your home picture-perfect on-screen and ready to sell. Declutter Remember that less is more when prepping your home for photos. You want your home to look clean and spacious. Try to reduce the number of furnishings you have in your home since cluttered rooms tend to look smaller. For instance, you can show off a spacious bedroom by only leaving the bed, a dresser, and a nightstand ..read more

7 Eco-Friendly Updates That Will Make Your Home More Marketable SHAREFacebookTwitterLinkedInMore Whether you’re preparing to sell your home or just looking to lower your carbon footprint, you may be surprised to know these green updates have a low up-front cost and can increase your return on investment. Install low-emissivity storm windows.  Low-emissivity storm windows reflect light back into the home, helping you save on heating costs. Make sure to choose the right fit for your home, as the types vary greatly depending on the materials and coatings. The US Department of Energy reports ..read more

3 Steps to Create Healthy Habits in Your Home and Life SHAREFacebookTwitterLinkedInMore Habits create a domino effect; once you begin a habit and stick with it, you can see the effects of it flowing into other areas of your life, for better or worse. But what if it’s easier than you think to make the healthy choice? Most people put off developing healthy habits, especially at home, because it seems overwhelming while there are other important tasks at hand. Plus, there are copious self-help methods that promise you can change in a week. However, it takes time and dedication to change habits an ..read more

New Year, New DIY Projects SHAREFacebookTwitterLinkedInMore The New Year provides us the opportunity to make positive changes, a blank slate so to speak. While many are busy making personal improvements, January can actually be an ideal time to tackle minor updates to your house. With a little creativity and patience, these easy and affordable projects will give your living space a much-needed facelift this year. Replace outdated hardware Although they’re highly desirable, kitchen renovations are expensive—thousands of dollars expensive. Instead of spending money on a new backsplash and cabin ..read more

A Berry Good Eggnog Casserole SHAREFacebookTwitterLinkedInMore Eggnog is all the rage during the holiday season, and for good reason. It tastes like December in a cup, and can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. When combined with other classic winter flavors like French toast and cranberries, this eggnog dish is sure to be a hit for any holiday soirée.  https://www.youtube.com/embed/2rlCntKzOLQ?feature=oembed Ingredients: For the casserole Butter (for greasing baking dish) One loaf of bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (day old bread works best) 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed ½ cup fresh cranberri ..read more

The Dos and Don’ts of Holiday Decor SHAREFacebookTwitterLinkedInMore Photography by Getty Images, unless noted No matter where you live, or in what type of home, there’s an excitement about decking the halls for the holiday season. And, even though you may or may not choose boughs of holly as part of your home’s holiday decor, there are many things you can do—and should avoid doing—to achieve the look you want. © Getty Images Do: Plan ahead. Get a jumpstart on planning your holiday decor by starting the process in late October or early November. Otherwise, you may quickly find that items or co ..read more

7 Stress-Free Hosting Tips for Thanksgiving SHAREFacebookTwitterLinkedInMore There are few celebrations on the calendar that compare to Thanksgiving. It’s a holiday that often creates long-lasting memories packed full of food, fun, and family. However, no matter how special the day is, it can be a demanding experience when you’re hosting loved ones. Use these tips to help you have a stress-free Thanksgiving celebration this year. Prepare food ahead of time A table full of food is the main attraction of Thanksgiving. While it does take a considerable amount of work to make the turkey, sides, an ..read more