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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5 Outdoor Spaces We Love
Read more: 5 Outdoor Spaces We LoveOutdoor spaces, such as courtyards, backyards, balconies and terraces, can greatly enhance a home—and the lives of its residents. Here we’ve identified five open-air gathering places that give new meaning to the term “outdoor oasis.” This captivating courtyard in San Marcos, California Abundant greenery, elegant brick pavers, sleek iron balusters and a trio of eye-catching…
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4 Nursery Room Themes for 2017
Read more: 4 Nursery Room Themes for 2017We’ve got you covered, baby! Your baby will spend a lot of time in his or her nursery—and so will you. That’s why it’s so important to ensure that the space is equal parts comfort, function and beauty. Here, we’ve identified four nursery room themes for 2017 to help you design a kid-and-parent-friendly space that’s…
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Spring Cleaning: Tackle the Garage
Read more: Spring Cleaning: Tackle the GarageSpring is a popular time for cleaning drawers, closets and shelves. Expanding spring cleaning to include the garage is simple with these tips. Purge. Giving away possessions can be difficult. Luckily, items stored in the garage generally have less sentimental value than objects in the rest of the home. It can be helpful to decide…
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Pet-proofing your home
Read more: Pet-proofing your homeSo you want a furry bundle of joy but have doubts whether your home is suited for the task? We’re here to lend a helping paw. Use the following checklist to sniff out potential hazards and raise the woof on pet home safety. While it may not cover every danger, we’re pawsitive it’ll set you…
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Valentine’s Day Gifts for the Home
Read more: Valentine’s Day Gifts for the HomeChocolates, flowers, jewelry… Your loved one is sure to appreciate any of these popular Valentine’s Day gifts. But as you’ve probably heard, home is where the heart is. So this year, why not surprise your Valentine with a truly unique gift that will brighten and enhance the home? Following are some thoughtful suggestions to win…
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Snow Day Activities
Read more: Snow Day ActivitiesThe prospect of a snow day is often more exciting for kids than adults. With these 6 ideas, snow days can be fun for the whole family! Along with snowmen and movies, give these snow day activities a try. Free Coloring Pages Crayola, Free Coloring Pages and our home coloring pages provide fun, printable designs…
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Home Improvement Resolutions
Read more: Home Improvement ResolutionsNew Years is the time we make promises to ourselves about what we would like improve upon in the coming year. Many people resolve to lose weight, exercise, eat healthier, commit to a hobby, or kick a bad habit to the curb. Setting goals and guidelines to improve your quality of life does not have…
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Guest Post: 4 Ways to Beautify Your Home This Holiday Season
Read more: Guest Post: 4 Ways to Beautify Your Home This Holiday SeasonHoliday lighting is often about the outside of the home, but we spend most of our time inside (especially when it’s cold out). Enjoy these holiday lighting tips from Progress Lighting. The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes hosting and entertaining guests! If you’re hosting family and friends at any point, we…
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Happy Holidays from Our Family to Yours!
Read more: Happy Holidays from Our Family to Yours!The holidays are upon us once again. We hope you take time to catch up with friends and family this season. If you plan to buy a new home in the new year, we’ll be here to assist you with your search. In the meantime, continue following our blog for timely tips for homebuyers and…
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7 Holiday Stress-busters
Read more: 7 Holiday Stress-bustersThe holidays should be a time of joy, generosity, family and friends, but all too often, the desire to make the season perfect leads to stress, stress and more stress. If you start feeling overwhelmed by the extra demands on your time and attention this year, try a few of the stress-busters on our list and reclaim your calm.…
