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Posted on 11/09/2021
Create Your Own Accent Mirror With These DIY Tips
A mirror is one of the most underrated pieces of home decor. Not only does a mirror serve a useful purpose by giving you and your guests an opportunity to catch a quick glance of your reflection, but it also helps to increase the perceived size of your room. A mirror can be a valuable accent piece, as...
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Posted on 11/02/2021
How to Find the Best Curtains for Your Living Room
The right window treatments can add personality and depth to any room. No matter the size or amount of windows in a space, curtains are a key part of your interior design and personal style. If you’re wanting to refresh the look of your living room with new curtains, here are some great ideas to inspire you: Matching...
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Posted on 10/26/2021
How to Design a Boho Chic Living Room
If you’re looking for inspiration for a living room style makeover, consider boho chic as an option. The boho chic style is fun, cozy and inviting—perfect for a room where you’ll spend time with family or housemates. If you’re not sure where to start with the style, it’s easy to take the basic elements and apply your own...
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Posted on 10/19/2021
Where are Home Prices Projected to GO?
What Does the Future Hold for Home Prices? If you’re looking to buy or sell a house, chances are you’ve heard talk about today’s rising home prices. And while this increase in home values is great news for sellers, you may be wondering what the future holds. Will prices continue to rise with time, or should you expect them...
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Posted on 10/19/2021
New Construction Basement Benefits
Photo by Curtis Adams from Pexels When you start designing a new home, you need to decide which type of foundation you want: crawlspace, basement or a slab foundation. All three have pros and cons that you need to consider. Basements in particular have many advantages, but some important disadvantages to consider. Here we will go over both...
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Posted on 10/12/2021
Crafting Trends: All About Diamond Art
Photo by Ashkan Forouzani on Unsplash Diamond art has become a popular trend in arts and crafts. Created through a combination of beading and needlework diamond art involves placing tiny, colorful stone pieces onto a patterned canvas in order to create a sparkling finished product. If you are looking for a new craft to try, then diamond art...
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Posted on 10/05/2021
5 Ways to Upgrade Your Backyard on a Budget
It’s possible to upgrade your backyard on your own and on a budget. If you’re looking for a way to transform or enhance your outdoor living space, DIY projects are the way to go. Here are some ideas for DIY backyard projects you can do to upgrade the space. Fire Pits Fire pits are far simpler to DIY...
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Posted on 09/28/2021
Examples of Common Home Maintenance Problems
Photo by Steve Buissinne via Pixabay As a homeowner, it is important to complete preventative home maintenance on a regular schedule. Home maintenance is necessary because it ensures potential problems are identified before they become costly repairs. Not every issue will be caught ahead of time, here are a few common examples of home maintenance issues that could...
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Posted on 09/21/2021
Energy Efficiency: Ways to Make Your Home More Eco-Friendly
Image by Ulrike Leone from Pixabay Building a new home allows you to incorporate the latest technological advancements into your home, and that includes the latest energy-related innovations. If you’re building a new home, consider these five ways to make a home more energy-efficient. Including one or several of them in your new home will be good for...
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Posted on 09/14/2021
What Types of Natural Stone Can I Use For My Home?
Image by Artur Pawlak from Pixabay When you think “natural stone home” you might have a particular look in mind. It might make you think of storybook cottages or even ancient castles. While stone has been a building material of choice for thousands of years, there’s no reason it has to look vintage. In fact, there are many...
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Posted on 09/07/2021
Create Your Own Front Door Decor
Photo by Benjamin Elliott on Unsplash Your front door is not only the entrance to your home but it's also the one feature of your home's exterior where your personality can shine through. Decorating your front door with a wreath, hanger or another accent piece allows you to showcase your style and set the stage for what people...
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Posted on 11/12/2021
Another Property Sold - 1600 W 21st Street, San Pedro, CA
Sprawled across the end of a sun washed cul-de-sac in delightful San Pedro, welcome to a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,060-sqft beauty! With neat foliage framing the exterior leading up to the front porch and attached 2-car garage, a dynamic open floorplan is encapsulated by beautiful light that emphasizes the pristine wood and tile flooring. A formal living room, provided with a cozy floor-to-ceiling rock fireplace, branches off the enormous family room which includes access to the outdoor patio. The bright eat-in kitchen includes plenty of space for a cute breakfast nook, all-wood built-in cabinetry, classic tile countertops, and a convenient...
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