Category: Life at home
Once you close on your new home, the fun can begin! We’re sharing recipes, holiday ideas and more to help you get the most out of your living space.
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Ways to Make Mother’s Day Memorable
Read more: Ways to Make Mother’s Day MemorableMoms deserve to be celebrated year round, but Mother’s Day should be extra special. Check out our Mother’s Day ideas for fun, easy activities that will bring a smile to mom’s face! Cook up mom’s greatest culinary hits. They may not always have been Michelin-star worthy, but mom’s home-cooked meals were on the table and…
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Breakfasts on the Go
Read more: Breakfasts on the GoIt’s no secret that high-calorie fast-food breakfasts can expand your waistline and shrink your savings (money that could go toward a down payment on a new home!). So, don’t let hectic mornings serve as an excuse for hitting the nearest drive through. Instead, check out these nutritious, delicious, make-ahead breakfast recipes that will power you…
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Make a Statement: Design with Pendants
Read more: Make a Statement: Design with PendantsIn today’s guest blog post, the team from Progress Lighting provides insight on a very popular home trend—designing with pendants! One of the most versatile interior design trends our team has seen is the creative use of pendant groupings in spacious areas. Pendants not only provide functional illumination—by adding lighting directly where its needed—but also…
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9 to 5 the Right Way; How to Fit Daily Workouts into Your Work Day
Read more: 9 to 5 the Right Way; How to Fit Daily Workouts into Your Work DayBetween meetings, conference calls and endless to-do lists, it can feel almost impossible to fit a lunch break into your work day, let alone a workout. Studies have shown, however, that staying seated hour after hour can have a negative impact on your health. Don’t fall prey to a full day without physical activity; make…
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The Beauty Is in the Backsplash
Read more: The Beauty Is in the BacksplashThis blog was written by Emser Tile, a leading designer, marketer and producer of fine tile and natural stone, celebrating their 50th anniversary this year. For more information, explore the Emser Tile blog – Finishing Thoughts. One of the most raved-about design elements in a home is the kitchen backsplash. From shape to finish to…
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Kids’ Valentine’s Day Cards to Make at Home
Read more: Kids’ Valentine’s Day Cards to Make at HomeCupid just called: You need 25 inspired Valentine’s Day cards for your son or daughter’s class exchange, and there’s no time to waste! Not to worry. We’ve rounded up some of the easiest, cutest and downright punniest DIY classroom Valentine’s Day card ideas on the web. Think of it as our heartfelt gift to you.…
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9 Kitchen Organization Tips
Read more: 9 Kitchen Organization TipsThe kitchen: it’s the heart of your home and your family’s favorite gathering place, but it’s also the room that seems to collect clutter like no other. From drawers overflowing with flatware to counters covered with supplies, kitchens can present plenty of problems when it comes to keeping clean. Never fear—with these imaginative tips and…
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3 Design Trends at our Home Gallery™
Read more: 3 Design Trends at our Home Gallery™2018 has arrived, and with it comes an exciting new line-up of interior design trends. We checked in with our Home Gallery™ experts for their insight into the latest looks, and learned about a few of this year’s most sought-after styles. If finding a new home—or updating your existing home—is on your list of New…
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Wishing You Happy Holidays!
Read more: Wishing You Happy Holidays!Whether you’re celebrating the holidays in your beautiful Richmond American home or you plan to start your house hunt in the new year, we wish you a warm and wonderful season filled with family and friends. Keep reading our blog for the latest information on: Buying a home Selling a home Packing & moving Financing…
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Preparing for Home Holiday Guests
Read more: Preparing for Home Holiday GuestsExpecting houseguests this holiday season? After all, ‘tis the time to gather with family and friends! Following are some simple ways to help ensure your visitors enjoy their holiday stay in your home: Wow them with a welcome basket. Nothing says “So glad you’re here!” quite like a gift basket. Include magazines, snacks (extra points…
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Lighting for a Relaxing Great Room
Read more: Lighting for a Relaxing Great RoomToday, our friends at Progress Lighting are sharing a few tips to help choose your lighting for a relaxing great room! From holiday celebrations with family to cozy movie date nights, the living room is essential to planned gatherings, as well as everyday life at home. The key to creating an inviting space for your…
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Turkey Day Take Two: Recipes for Thanksgiving Leftovers
Read more: Turkey Day Take Two: Recipes for Thanksgiving LeftoversForget Black Friday doorbusters: the best part of the day after Thanksgiving has always been the leftovers! Turn your Turkey Day dishes into next-day deliciousness with these can’t-miss recipes, and make the holiday last a little longer. Leftover Stuffing Waffles The morning after Thanksgiving calls for a festive breakfast, and these flavorful stuffing waffles are…
