Home Tips

Oct. 12, 2023

Best Way to Clean Every Type of Floor

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Best Way to Clean Every Type of Floor

 

 

 

There is one universal truth for every type of flooring: It needs to be cleaned! Of course, different types of hard flooring have different care and cleaning instructions, and it’s important to use the right methods to not only …

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Sept. 28, 2023

Home Renovations on a Budget

Home renovations on a budget_Laurel Jonas blog

Home Renovations on a Budget

 

If you took a peek at a new homeowner’s search history, you’d likely find key terms like, “Home renovations on a budget,” “How much does it cost on average to do A, B, C,” or “Cheap hacks to fix blah, blah, blah…” New homeowner …

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Sept. 21, 2023

Preparing Your Home for Fall: Essential Tips and Tricks

Preparing Your Home For Fall_Laurel Jonas blog

Preparing Your Home for Fall: Essential Tips and Tricks

 

As the leaves begin to change colors and the temperature starts to drop, it's time to prepare your home for the upcoming fall season. Whether you're a homeowner looking to create a cozy and inviting atmosphere or a real estate …

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Sept. 7, 2023

The Importance of Roof Maintenance: Tips for Homeowners

The Importance of Roof Maintenance_Laurel Jonas Blog

The roof is one of the most critical components of a home, providing protection from the elements and maintaining structural integrity. Regular roof maintenance is essential to prolong its lifespan and prevent costly repairs. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of roof maintenance and provide helpful tips …

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July 21, 2023

Upgrade Your Dining Room Decor with Simple Elegance

Upgrade Your Dining Room With Simple Elegance_Laurel Jonas Blog

For many of us, the hustle and bustle of day-to-day life means our houses see more chaos and traffic than a rush-hour train station. The idea of an oft-used space like the dining room looking buttoned-up with sophisticated decor is almost laughable.

 

But lately we’ve noticed a return to …

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July 13, 2023

Beautify Your Home With Crown Molding

Beautify your home with crown molding_Laurel Jonas blog

Installing crown and other types of molding is an easy upgrade that can give a classy, traditional look to your home and add to its value. A good miter saw, which can make cross-cuts at various angles, and some patience make this a feasible do-it-yourself project. Not up on your …

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June 29, 2023

Pet Friendly Indoor Plants

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Cooler temperatures may have you missing greenery. If everything outside has prepared for winter, you can always bring your own green indoors! While there may be a list of plants you’ve been dying to get, you may want to scan your shopping list first if you have pets. Even if …

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Posted in Home Tips
June 22, 2023

Twenty-Five Affordable Ways To Upgrade Your Home

Twenty Five Affordable ways to upgrade your home_Laurel Jonas Blog

 

1. Add some character and add texture to your walls with peel-and-stick wall panels.

 

2. Create a charming accent wall with peel-and-stick paper.

 

3. Upgrade your countertops to faux granite with a DIY paint kit instead of spending a fortune to replace it.

 

4. Reseal all …

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June 15, 2023

How To Brighten Up A Dark Room

How to brighten up a dark room_Laurel Jonas blog

 

Not every room is blessed with good natural light.. Sometimes when a window isn’t placed well, or isn’t there at all, it can be hard to work around, while other times, the window is in a great spot but is being blocked outside by trees or other plants. If …

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Posted in Home Tips
June 8, 2023

Preparing your home for listing photos

Preparing your home for listing photos

Listing photos are the first chance many potential buyers get to be exposed to your home. This is why being prepared for listing photos and ensuring your home looks ready to sell is a key part in the home listing process. Here are some tips to prepare your home for …

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Posted in Home Tips, Selling Tips