Using Mood-Evoking Colors in Your Home TEXT by Jasmine Bible PHOTOGRAPHY by Jennifer Morgan Photography Is there an emotional connectivity between ourselves and the spaces we inhabit? Can certain colors make us happy? Often when we think of decorating a room, we begin with color—we choose our favorite color and build a design around it.…
Tips for Great ROI by Wendy Tanson According to the National Association of Home Builders, homeowners will spend nearly $450 billion this year on remodeling. And why not? Adding new amenities and functionality to your home not only provides great enjoyment and a sense of satisfaction, but may increase the value of your home, too.…
by Taylor Titus Outdoor patios are quickly becoming a favorite spot to dine, recline, and unwind. Keep it cool with your own private movie theater, then cozy it up with a firepit and s’mores. Create your own outdoor oasis with these fun finds: FIREPIT Luxeve Smokeless Fire Pit, Bronze Vein in Black, $1,425, breeo.co PATIO SET…
Tips to get a leg up as a buyer by Lisa Merritt Home buying is often made either possible or unreachable due to the local and national economy. Fortunately, what goes up, must come down. So, for buyers who can wait, economic changes in supply and demand can create opportunities. These shifts in real estate…
by Tom Seabrook We tend to picture history in shades of black, white, grey, and sepia, thanks to the earliest photographs we have. But the past was not strictly somber; in fact, most of human history has been awash in vibrant color. Take a journey through time to learn more about historical colorways. PATRIOTIC PALETTE…
Staging Pays Off for Sellers by Wendy Tanson When selling, detail your home like you detail your car. That’s the concept behind home staging, a method of preparing homes for sale to create the greatest buyer interest. When you stage a home, a variety of strategies are employed to show your home in its best…
Selling your home for top dollar may sound appealing, but it’s wise to keep your current personal situation in mind. Selling is not always right for everyone at every time. Some things to consider: Buying a new home in your area may be too expensive due to inflation. If you’ve lived in the same house…
Kick Clutter To The Curb With These Home Cleaning Tips By Lisa Merritt Spring is around the corner, and it’s time to get your home in order! Spring cleaning can be fun and easy if you follow some general guidelines, which are sure to get your home ready for the nice weather and looking as beautiful…
Tips on Home Leak Prevention Spring can be a rainy time of year! While all that water falling from the sky is great for our gardens, you definitely don’t want any getting inside the house. Here are some leak prevention tips—things to be on the lookout for to stop leaks before they start. Consider Condensation…
A special Sweat the Details! Niki Simon and Michael Coleman, Nest HQ’s Air Traffic Controller and Marketing and Development Manager, joined Jim and Keith this week. We love talking to Nesters, and Michael and Niki were no exception. Hear how they came to Nest, and how they help build and foster the Nest culture, and…
