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INFOGRAPHIC: A staged home can boost perceived value by as much as 10 percent. It may even influence a buyer to bid above asking price. But some households encounter some difficulty living in staged conditions, so planning is a must. As your local real estate professional, I thought you'd benefit from this easy-to-follow infographic that will help you stay organized while living in a staged home.

How to Live in Staged Surroundings A staged home can boost perceived value by as much as 10 percent. It may even influence a buyer to bid above asking price. But some households encounter some difficulty living in staged conditions, so planning is a must. As your local real estate professional, I thought youd benefit from this easy-t...

Check out these surprisingly easy ways to brighten up any room.

5 Quick Ways to Brighten Any Room 5 Quick Ways to Brighten Any Room ​Want to brighten up a room, but don't have the time to paint or budget to add a window? Consider the following easy fixes: Hang a mirror. Hang a mirror (or lean a large one against a wall) to toss light around your room and open it up. Add metallics. Golds and si...

VIDEO: Is your home feeling less and less like a haven? Employ some Feng Shui energy.

Zen Your Zone with Feng Shui

Did you know you can keep ants out of your kitchen with a lemon?

How to Keep Pests Out of the Kitchen How to Keep Pests Out of the Kitchen No matter how much of a critter lover you may be, pests in your kitchen is never fun. But many consumers are also disinclined to spread poison all over their culinary arena. Below are a handful of natural, poison-free ways to keep those creepy crawlies outside wh...

Practice makes perfect. Here's how to become the best host you can be.

The Host With the Most The Host With the Most Entertaining is a great way to grow closer to the neighbors, develop deeper friendships and show off your home. But to throw a great party, it takes more than just offering delicious food and having a stocked bar. There are a variety of methods for turning your home into every...

VIDEO: To avoid low bids, you should tackle major repairs before listing your house.

How to Fetch the Best Price for Your Home How to Fetch the Best Price for Your Home Want to get the best price for your house? First and foremost, hire a real estate agent to help you throughout the home-selling process. Consider getting a pre-appraisal for an objective valuation of your home and to identify possible problem areas. Finish m...

Short answer: a lot. What preventative measures are you taking?

Your Credit Card: What's in it for Thieves Your Credit Card: What's in it for Thieves Online security breaches where retailers are hacked and customers’ credit card information is stolen are becoming a regular part of the news cycle. Cybercriminals can sell the data online to other criminals, who can then use the information to open bogus ...

INFOGRAPHIC: Some have sued their insurance companies over denied claims

Homeowners Insurance: Beware Multiple-Cause Claims

After deciding where you might want to move, saving for an overseas trip is the first step to making it work.

Preparing Financially for Living Abroad Preparing Financially for Living Abroad Considering living abroad? You may find a lower cost of living and the chance to stretch your retirement dollars, but it takes some financial planning. Creating a plan before you get there can make the move easier and allow you to return to the U.S., whether p...

VIDEO: Got an extra room? Try one of these creative ideas!

How to Fill the Bonus Room in Your Home How to Fill the Bonus Room in Your Home Not sure what to do with that extra room? Here are a few ideas for putting it to good use… Game Room An ideal way to get the whole family together. Add comfortable seating and your favorite games. Library Create the perfect spot to disappear into a good book...

Being green doesn't have to be hard. These simple changes can make a big difference!

6 Easy Ways to be Eco-Friendly Each Day 6 Easy Ways to be Eco-Friendly Each Day Let’s face it. When it comes to being more mindful of the environment in your day-to-day life, while your heart may be in the right place, sometimes being green just seems too complicated. In reality, eco-friendly habits don’t always involve big measures l...