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Hey Guys....I found this article today that I think is awesome, as it relates to how you can make the home you live in more functional by utilizing your existing spaces.
In Sleepy Kona You Gotta Go to the Big Events! 
Steven La Fonte's work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Florida Design, Miami Design, Broward Design and the Palm Beach Post. Steven has worked with clients throughout the United States and has extensive experience in interior design for the ultra-luxury real estate market. He made the following suggestions when selecting and … (0 comments)
One big challenge for homeowners is finding the right company or person to work on their homes. Just getting a call back can be difficult, and the best contractors are booked in advance. Look to your Realtor for help here. We refer and employ many contractors in the course of our … (4 comments)
All three of these houses were on the market last summer. 
By Linda Ohm, Editor, CounterTop BusinessImages courtesy CounterTop Business magazine
Many people consider moving when a slight remodel might be more cost effective. Conversely, many others remodel extensively when they can acquire a house that fits their needs at a much lower cost. Which decision is right for you? In the Washington D.C. area, remodelling is a good decision right now, … (1 comments)
Remodeling projects for your home can be as intimidating as they are rewarding. Having the right team to get the job done can make a huge difference. The first thing is to determine what kind of professionals you'll need for your particular project. Small jobs may only require trade specialists such … (2 comments)
Regent Interiors are state certified general contractors offering the following services throughout the Orlando and surrounding area.
Problem: You need to sell your house, it doesn't look bad and you try to keep
it up, but the one room in the house that has taken a beating is the bathroom.
We put our bathrooms are a lot during the course of our lives, and inevitably
it will start … (0 comments)
Many of you are familiar with the TLC show "Flip That House" and other similar shows on HGTV. Do you all find these shows to be informative or simply a form of entertainment?
Today, two local Northern Virginia papers came out with articles about 'green' remodeling companies which both featured my husband's company, Ardently Green! My husband, Bob Weatherwax, along with his partners started this company in response to many homeowner requests to help them make their homes more energy efficient. Their primary company, … (2 comments)
I was watching some HGTV this week and learned they are having a "green week" where various popular shows showcase a "go Green" theme. I just watched a "Designed to Sell" where they did a fabulous home makeover using recycled and eco-friendly products. I was amazed and really enjoyed seeing the … (2 comments)
Today, I thought I was making progress with a company that I've been working with for over a year. The original installation on a home improvement was inadequate - and we've been back and forth several times. It has been inspected more than once, and solutions have been promised - more … (4 comments)
In this article, I introduce some basic ideas about how to approach either a remodel or a purchase of a home that might require some updating, including costs and professionals. I also take a look at solar panels and indoor air quality. Hopefully the first in a series, since my space … (3 comments)
In the current real estate market because there are so many choices of homes available to buyers, sellers are busy trying to figure out how to ensure that their home is the one that will stand out in the crowd. Of course the right price and location are key pieces of the … (0 comments)
The Remodeled Home Tour is a charity event designed to showcase building & remodeling trends in historic urban neighborhoods of South and Southwest Minneapolis.
This is a warning to anyone hiring someone to do work on their house. I had a client of mine hire a "NON-LICENCED" contractor to do some work on their home about six months ago.
Home Trends To Watch
Advantages of Remodeling Now
Do you want to know how your remodeling or construction project could be more sustainable, green or environmentally friendly?Oregon's Metro has created a new region-wide Green Building Hotline for residential and commercial projects. The hotline answers questions to find the latest green materials, renewable energy, storm-water management as well as financial … (1 comments)
Yep, it's time for a shameless plug for Rick Norden, Residential Contractor and owner of Priority One Homes (who also just happens to be my husband too!)
There are some home renovations that really should be left to a professional. Finding a good contractor that is trustworthy and dependable can sometimes be a challenge, but with some preparation it can be done.
Its just another "Great Room", but many buyers and sellers are finding that if you have one done right the buyer will pay for it and the seller normally reaps two rewards, that of the use and gets his money back.
There is much information that points to the benefits to buying an older home. Older homes generally have lower purchase prices relative to newer houses. They tend to be located in established neighborhoods with an existing history of schools, transportation and commercial center offerings. Older houses have mature landscaping and period-style … (0 comments)
I found a fantastic article today I wanted to share with all of you. It was written by Dian Hymer for Inman News on Tuesday May 27, 2008...
While many conventional lenders have shut down their construction to permanent (rehab) loan programs FHA still offers 2 programs.
"Smarter" Remodeling Design Trends To Fit Homeowners Lifestyle!
"Smarter" Remodeling Design Trends To Fit Homeowners Lifestyle!
We have all heard horror stories associated with remodeling. We have heard of the remodeling contractor that took money upfront for "supplies" never to return again, the guy who gave a low bid to get the project and then half way through the job (all of a sudden) realizes that they … (5 comments)
The NAHB has identified some helpful links to resources for people that want to purchase green homes and for current homeowners that want to make or keep their homes green. They include the following:For Buying A Green HomeRebates, tax incentives, and loans Local green building programsGreenHomesForSale.comSustainable Sources Real Estate Locator
A local title agency sent us some links to real estate articles, and one of them is this article at Bankrate.com, 20 things that can alter the value of your home.
In a world where we are seeing gas approach $4.00/ gal. and deisel at just shy of $5.00 a gallon , is it time we take stock in what we can do to gain control over what we spend not only gas for automobiles but also for utilities? My husband is … (4 comments)
In last weeks Wall Street Journal there is a story on how the returns on remodeling have changed. Some snippets and their implications for Maui real estate below:
No one likes the government telling them how their home should look, but when it comes to historic homes, many neighbors applaud when the government intervenes. For decades, historic areas have been establishing committees to be watch dogs of historic districts. Here in Minnesota, they are called Historic Preservation Commissions. In … (2 comments)
Are you selling a home, or about to sell your home, and you're worried about the market? Let me take a minute to introduce you to Revisions Redesigns, a home staging and redesign company based in Blacksburg.
CRS recently send out this information about remodeling. It is quite interesting!
Are you considering selling your home in a difficult market? Although many people today are looking to sell because of foreclosures perhaps you are one with a growing family. Due to the buyers market is possible for you not get the value your house deserves, thus you should consider alternatives. One … (3 comments)
Several comments to my April 14th post, Extreme Remodels ~ Are They Worth It? , requested updates on progress made to the ambiscious project I depicted, and I am glad to oblige. 
If you have recently been involved in any type of remodeling project or even made a quick stop at your local Home Depot or Lowe's, then you should have heard the term "Low VOC Paint". What is Low VOC paint and why does it matter to me? Did you know that … (2 comments)
I AM QUOTED IN THIS ARTICLE WHICH WAS RECENTLY PUBLISHED IN THE DAILY NEWS. 
I wanted to share this information to those who were unable to see the broadcast this week on HGTV of the biggest real estate mistakes. These are in order starting with the biggest mistake a seller or buyer can make. I know most of these are common sense to Realtors, but … (4 comments)
As a property inspector in Los Angeles for over 20 years I have seen all sorts of issues with the homes in our area. The top ten problems may not be what you might have expected. 
You may know that we bought an old church back in November 2006 and have been working since then to renovate it into our home. We've focused most of our efforts so far on improving the inside of the home. We're probably about 90% done with the interior. As we come into … (7 comments)
It's that time of the year and spring is here. You are anxious to start on those remodeling jobs you have thought about all winter long, but not sure where to begin and worried about it becoming a disaster. Here are a few suggestions to keep in mind when you are … (0 comments)
The other day I did a blog on ROI for home projects. Pacita Dimacali http://activerain.com/pacita pointed me towards more up-to-date information. Here's a summary of what I found for New England and the National Average.
Recently another Realtor and I were considering purchasing an older home. This had many concerns one of which was possible asbestos. Asbestos is a fiberous silicate mineral that can be inhaled if the fibers are disturbed. Inhaled fibers increase the risk of lung cancer. In the past, asbestos was used in … (0 comments)
A sure sign that a house is soon to go on the market is the frenzied fix-up activity just before the for sale sign goes in the ground. Mounds of often usable items end up in the curbside trash, when with a slight bit of effort it can be put to … (6 comments)
A common dilemma-which home improvement project should we tackle this spring. Well some of it depends on what you personally hope to gain from it. If you will be staying in the home long term, it really depends on what gives your family the most benefit. On the other hand, if … (0 comments)
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I was spending some time this morning updating some listings, going through old pictures and I stumbled on some before pictures of houses that the DH & I have bought and remodeled. It is interesting to go back and look through these pictures, as I always seem to forget how much … (8 comments)
Many people are planning to stay put in their own homes until the loan market steadies. Perhaps that will happen when the new proposals that will tighten up the mortgage market go through.
My wife read me an article from a magazine she was reading this morning about how much water a bathroom faucet is allow to put out per minute. I say allowed because the government is involved and has regulations regarding the amount of water a faucet can use, and a toilet … (6 comments)
According to the latest trends in kitchens, most of us have a kitchen that is soon to be outdated! New fads are being introduced into the kitchen which could catch on. 
Woodland Hills California Contractor - Prepare Your Home For Spring:Part 2 Wood Decks
Did you ever consider that there is more than one type of lighting for any given room? Maybe you just thought 'I turn on the light switch and I've got lighting'. Well, there's much more to it than that. If you want to maximize the lighting in your home for your … (3 comments)
Getting Ready to Remodel or make Home Improvements? 
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The American family is ever-changing, and its primary space, the home, has always changed with it. The present day is no exception: The largest segment of the American public, the baby boom generation, is entering retirement age in high numbers, and confronting "empty nests" when the kids go off to college … (0 comments)
If you have a clawfoot tub in need of refinishing then Stanley Avenue Tub is the place to take it. We have had a couple tubs refinished there with excellent results. The first tub we had refinished was a 5 ft standard clawfoot tub. We also had the legs nickle plated … (0 comments)
Despite the dreary D.C. weather we are having right now, spring is right around the corner. For many people, that means getting started on all of those household projects you have been putting off all winter. If your place is in need of some spring sprucing and you are in search … (0 comments)
My house is no longer my home - it's a construction zone! On the first day of remodeling they broke up the ugly white ceramic tile in my hallway and hauled it away. What a mess - I couldn't see my husband or daughter for the grey dust cloud that hovered … (0 comments)
There is one thing that you can count on when trying to sell your house: the kids' bedrooms will always look disastrous! If you do have a 'creative' child, one way to balance this is to ensure that the rest of the house looks spick and span. 
Bathrooms
Built in wet bars or butler's pantries serve as handy little entertainment areas that allow you to serve beverages and hors d'oeuvres without crowding the kitchen.