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Rules to Follow when Selling Your House I’m often in complete shock by the items both taken and left behind by home sellers. Sometimes it’s an honest mistake but sometimes it’s just wrong. Anything from missing cabinet hardware, lighting and trees to left behind pets and trash. This can even turn out to be a […]
It’s a new year, so time to start thinking about property taxes and your homestead tax exemption. If you bought a home last year or have never filed for your homestead tax exemption, the deadline to file is approaching. If you lived in your home by January 1st, you can apply for a homestead tax […]
Underestimating the importance of curb appeal to the perceived value of a home is a big mistake that many homeowners make. Remember, curb appeal or lack thereof, is the first thing potential buyers notice about your home. Curb Appeals Do’s Roof and Chimney Shingles should be intact with none missing and mortar between the bricks […]
Fall is upon us…per the calendar. Most of you are more than likely spending more time outside, opening windows and doors, and letting in plenty of natural light, dust, and pollen. I often do posts about cleaning tips, this one is, however, focusing on the 6 things around your home that you never clean but […]
It’s Halloween season!!! Obviously one of my favorites. I’ve always loved Halloween and I especially love Halloween decorating. So I’ve put together some of my favorites to help inspire you to spread the festiveness! I encourage you to share your favorites also. DIY Head in a Jar – instructions here Phantom Ghost Children – instructions here […]
Hello, my name is Rachel and I am addicted to Pinterest. We won’t even discuss just how many boards, let alone pins I have collected and of course continue to collect. I can’t help myself, so many wonderful ideas, that I have every intention of doing. Follow me! Let’s share wonderful ideas. Now as Floridians, […]
You already know as a homeowner (especially the homeowners thinking of selling), there’s a laundry list of projects and tasks to complete prior to listing your home for sale. Prospective buyers will be trying to sneak a peek at every available space – including closets, cabinets, and more. While it’s very easy to be focused […]
Researchers say your kitchen is more germ-infested than your bathroom! In fact, did you know a typical kitchen houses some of the most germ-infested areas and items in the house? It is SO SO important to make sure your kitchen is clean – including these 6 places and tools. Faucet and Sink The kitchen […]
DIY Festive Burlap Garland LightingSuper easy DIY project to bring out your red, white and blue! Full instructions available here. DIY Painted Lawn Stars What you need:Cardboard cutout(s) of your starsConstruction marking spray paint and Lots of family and friends on the front lawn Star outlines can be made by painting around the star that was cut out […]
Freshen the Air Let fresh air fill your home by opening your windows, and place a houseplant next to your bathroom sink to help filter the air. Some of the best air-cleaning houseplants are snake plants, spider plants, English ivy, and small-leafed rubber plants. Gutters and Drain Spouts Clean, repair, or replace gutters and spouts […]