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What is mold?Mold is a microscopic fungus. Mold feeds on decomposing organic matter and reproduces rapidly.
The Keyhole Insight - July 2008
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If you have pealing paint or your wood is directly exposed, then your home may soon have rotten wood.
Today I spent several hours at my seller client's home. She is a single woman and before I took the listing, I had made several recommendations to spiff up the place. She seemed a little overwhelmed, but agreed it needed done. I had noticed the shutters on the front of the … (8 comments)
A couple was getting ready to sell their home; it was a nice, spacious home in the quiet, family neighbourhood. They enjoyed it for many years and raised their family there. Now it was time to move on. 
For my first blog post, here, I want to keep things simple and light with a quick
hello. For those of you silly enough to not read my profile I am the owner of
the painting and remodeling company based out of Lynnwood Washington. We specialize
in bringing homes up to … (5 comments)
There is a new paint out there, eco friendly, being sold by Home Depot under the name Freshaire. This paint doesn't have the odors that we are so familiar painting with. Lots of clients don't want to have the paint smell in the home. This allows people to have the painting … (1 comments)
Well we are in the final 20 days to build our home. It has been an exciting time. The kids got to help the construction workers put together the insulated concrete forms. We frequently went to our property to watch every step of the process. The pouring of the solid concrete … (3 comments)
Most experts will tell you that a bathroom makeover adds value to your home. But that remodel can easily add up to big costs! How can you get that upgrade without all the hassle and cost?
Realtors, how many times have you taken a listing thinking you could convince the sellers to make some necessary changes to their house and you came to realize that this wasn't going to be easy? In fact it might be almost impossible? This is a recurring problem that I keep hearing from agents. 
Each month, HGTV's FrontDoor.com issues a list of top tips for buyers and sellers. The latest one of red flags for home buyers has the usual caveats about foundation cracks, poor yard maintenance, lots of homes on the street for sale, homeowner renovations that may not be up to code, and more. … (4 comments)
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One of the more common items overlooked when selling a home is painting. Painting can make a huge difference when selling a home. For the most part, painting is a very inexpensive investment that can have a tremendous return.
Adore the arts in all its various forms? Visit South End on April 26th and 27th to experience a multitude of art expositions. Visual arts include sculptures, paintings, photos and mixed media in glass, clay, metal, acrylic and other mediums. Scheduled entertainment includes choirs, dance troupes, bands and orchestras. If you … (0 comments)
Another weekend spent at the condo we are helping my daughter remodel. Lots of progress this week. More painting, of course...will the painting ever end? More work on the tile, it is complete in the kitchen and a small amount of tile in the bath is next on the list. 
The Ugly Leprechaun or How I put my foot in my mouth.
I'm always thrilled to find professionals that are talented in their craft to a degree of international significance. I'm even more excited when I find someone like this right here in Northeastern PA. 
A meticulous, industrious man; prolific and proficient artist, he was never good enough - as hard as he tried, his writings indicate a compulsion to deride his own work, hoping for the elusive stage of one day 'getting good enough'.
With spring just around the corner and the weather warming up, it is tempting to just take off and spend your time at the beach or just out in the yard. But first thing first, it is also time to spruce up the house. I have included a few non-traditional tips … (0 comments)
Staging is the process of preparing any home for sale, regardless of price or location. When you place your home on the market for sale it becomes a product. Similar to a product on the shelf at your local store, the product has features and benefits as well as pluses … (0 comments)
With Spring just around the corner, you may have started making a to-do list of home projects. If painting is on that list, check out these tips for choosing the right paint colors for your home. 1). Find your inspiration--look for colors in pieces of art, pillows, or fabrics that … (0 comments)
Well in this market pricing is everything. If one thing can overcome a challenge it's pricing. If your home isn't in the best condition price can correct it. Don't think because you have the same square footage, bedrooms and bathrooms that your home will sell for the same price. You have … (6 comments)
I wanted to share an interesting paint color for your home whether you are staging prior to selling or if you are interested in a change. The painting color ideas at Lowe's has the line for Valspar paints with the most interesting paint combinations and options. 
After reading several posts by AR members about removing and then painting over wallpaper, and just coming home from a consultation where I had just advised the homeowner to do the same thing. I opened up my new Bassett Spring of 2008 Furniture Catalog, (looking very Pottery Barn like now) to find none other than, … (22 comments)
Don't you hate it when do-it-yourself projects don't go as planned? Removing wallpaper can be a nightmare - especially when chunks of drywall come off with the wallpaper. In this project, more than half the wall was down to brown paper layer of the old drywall. (not a good feeling nor … (9 comments)
Sellers: 5 things you can do next month to keep your home at its best.
All realtors know the importance of staging houses property, especially when it comes to curb appeal. The difficulty that many of us face is when we are inside the house and trying to make sense of each and every room whether it be through the decor, being too cluttered, or being … (4 comments)
Painting a room can dramatically change the mood and appearance of the entire space. If you need a change then paint is the easiest way to accomplish that. 
Home staging is becoming more and more popular as homeowners prepare their homes for the marketplace. Of course, the goal when listing a home for sale is to sell it quickly at the highest price possible. To achieve this, marketing is important, as well as attracting the largest amount of … (0 comments)
Recently, I ended up having a four hour lunch & meeting with one of the Sales Associates at the most premiere and very affluent Meadow Lake Village, a Resort Retirement Community, here in Boise. It is usually for the very affluent. It is the only one of it's kind in Idaho. … (3 comments)
I don't think it's necessarily a beige world we have to succumb to when staging homes for sale. A neutral can venture into the greens, browns, deep tans and on and on. As long as the paint dramatically compliments the room and furnishings, and does not distract (key point), color doesn't … (16 comments)
In Addition to my Real Estate License, I am an Interior Designer, licensed with the State of Florida
How many times have you heard about the contractor, sub-contractor or service provider taking the consumers money and not coming back? How many times have you heard a story about the consumer left holding the bag, the work has started but the person they hired is no where to be found to complete the job? 
Barns have always fascinated me. Even the ones in poor condition prove to be good photograhic subjects.
Color is pure magic. Silent music that can speak volumes about your personal style, without you saying a word. Just being around it should make you happy, and that, of course, is what home is all about. Color is the foundation for a beautiful and comfortable home.
If your home is decorated in dark or unusual colors, you will scare off a lot of potential buyers. It will be worth your while to paint your walls a neutral color, such as off-white. If you're not up to painting your entire house, at least paint the areas that make … (1 comments)
You are thinking about selling your home that you've lived in 10+ years. In order to compete with other properties and maximize your sale price, you start thinking about major remodeling. Unless the house is in serious disrepair, large scale refurbishing is rarely worth the price. A better strategy is to … (4 comments)
This is in response to some of the comments on George Tallabas' blog "Are
Picking which colors to paint the interior of your home can be a stressful venture. Following trends can make your home look fashionable one season, but completely outdated the next. What you want is to choose colors that will satisfy you now and in the future.
I don't have anything against wallpaper. It goes in and out of fashion. That being said, when was the last time you walked into Home Depot or your local paint store and only saw one wallpaper book with only one pattern in it?
Lets, face the facts. It is hard enough to make ends meet in today's society. We are talking about your average Joe here. Therefore, who can afford for some Interior Decorator to come in and take half of your hard earn money?
Neutralizing your home- this means color as well as emotional. You want to make it pleasing to everyone, colors are very emotional, and they bring about an emotional response. I found the following information at The University of Wisconsin website:
I recently attempted to paint the master suite in my principal residence. A few years ago, I painted the foyer. It took me two days. I must have forgotten how tiring painting is so off I went. I finished the room in 4 hours. To say that was a marathon is … (6 comments)
If you own an older house, you need to very aware of the potential dangers posed by lead paint. Prior to the government's ban on lead paint in 1978, many homes were painted with materials containing lead, and sanding or scraping lead paint can pose some serious health risks. If you … (0 comments)
We all want buyers to stroll into our home and go all goo-goo over it. "Oh my, your house is beautiful. I LOVE everything you've done with it." But when they do come in and spout out these words, you also want them to MEAN it, regardless if it's a potential buyer, Realtor coming … (12 comments)
Curb appeal is just that. How does your home appeal to buyers on thier first look? What percentage of the buyers will it appeal to of the available buyers in that price range? Best to get a few objective views...
MOOD ENHANCERS IN A WHITE WORLDSo its white white white and Mr. & Mrs. Sellers say they won’t paint a thing? Add sizzle with décor and art in warm monochromatic color schemes that use three colors directly next to each on the on the color wheel – in this case yellow, … (14 comments)
I have been asked this question many times. I have owned and operated a painting and decorating company ( RS Painters L.L.C.) in McHenry County in Illinois for almost 30 years. I have been a Real Estate Salesman for the past 2 years. As a painter, Before I got my RE license I had been referred to … (4 comments)
A recent technology column in the NY Times had a section titled: "Paint Your Walls for Movies" in which it discussed what is the best paint and colors to paint your walls so that you can use it as a screen for projecting movies and videos.According to the article, there is special paint you … (1 comments)
You are the seller that wants to sell your home for the most amount of money and in the least amount of time, correct? Well, then there are a few things you need to do to ensure that this happens.
As we move from spring to summer, the selling season is in full action. The Toronto Real Estate Board is reporting record transactions to start May the year in general is also up. With that in mind if you are preparing to sell your home, in the near future, a nice … (0 comments)
So many clients, both buyers and sellers will talk about painting. Maybe for the seller, it really needs to get done before the house is going to sell. For buyers, they might start talking about it when they are house shopping.
New paint is one of the first things to consider when looking to remake or update a room. Painting takes some elbow grease and lots of preparation time, but it isn't expensive and can change the look and feel of a room quickly. 
From Steve Gladstone's Spring 2007 Helpful Home Newsletter 
Some of us just can't get enough! This morning as I answered a response to one of my blogs I ended with "Repainters Unite!" I've spent way too much time with a roller or paint brush in my hand. That is me you see with the lovely blue paint working away to … (3 comments)
I LOVE to use color in a space. And I love it more when my clients agree with me. Too often their tastes vary from white to off white :) The following pictures are a few quick before and after shots of what we created with Color in a Wholistic Center. … (10 comments)
I think of all the mistakes home owners can make is not spending a few dollars and getting their home painted before trying to place it on the market. Paint is a great neutralizer of tacky colors, kid tracks, it masks cooking odors, and cigar smoke. If you close your eyes … (21 comments)
Another Thanksgiving is upon us, and this year I'm especially grateful. My family and I are all healthy and happy, my dogs are fat and well, and business is good. On top of that, though, my house is absolutely beautiful. We had a husband and wife painter decorator team come from Vegas to do our … (14 comments)
On Sunday, my brothers family came over to visit. We had not seen each other since summer. They have a son who is still young and to keep him busy, we put in a VIDEO in the VCR ( he didn't like the dvd's we had). The film he watched was … (2 comments)
I just wanted to say what a Gorgeous day it is here in the Ocean State! The sun is shining. It is warm and I can hear the boats on the bay while smelling the honeysuckle and the Ocean mixed in together. I can't be blogging on a day like today. … (9 comments)
There are many factors involved in marketing and selling your home. You can't control most of them. The curb appeal of your home plays a big role in the sales process, and it's one of the things you can have direct control over. You'll never get another chance to make a … (1 comments)