Hooray, spring is finally around the corner! And there's no better way to celebrate than by planning a garden, even if your garden consists of a variety of planters on your balcony. The following plant varieties are perfect for early spring, when temps are still on the chilly side. Here are 10 seed selections to start indoors now: … [Read more...] about 10 Seed Selections to Start Indoors Now
Fall in Love with These Design Trends for 2026
Count on interior design trends for 2026 to focus on authenticity: Natural, comfortable, sustainable, and personal. Curating your home's look "with intention" and a focus on "less is more" is what's up. With that in mind it's easy to fall in love with these design trends for 2026: … [Read more...] about Fall in Love with These Design Trends for 2026
How to Nail a Perfect First Impression for 2026
"You only have one chance to make a first impression." -Judy Sheindlin Although we know there's more to someone than their "first impression" the same rarely applies in business. And when it comes to the real estate business your first impression could be your last. These days, your first impression starts with the "digital handshake" of your online presence. Your online branding--or lack thereof--sets the stage for how you're perceived by potential clients and colleagues. As the housing market lumbers into 2026 it's predicted to improve modestly but also be more of the same. Whatever housing reset the future might hold is likely to take time and roll out slowly. This makes it more important than ever to get folks through the door right off the bat. Knowing that clients judge first and … [Read more...] about How to Nail a Perfect First Impression for 2026
How to Stay Safe during Today’s Winter Storms
We all know that winter weather brings its share of rain, cold, snow and darker days. But more and more we are faced with winter weather that is often described as "historic", "catastrophic" and "unprecedented." These types of massive storms are more than just an inconvenience. And ultimately you will be best served by investing in some long-term preparation items, like a generator, for future storms. But for now we will focus on what you can do today to stay ahead of approaching storms. Following are key tips on how to stay safe during today's winter storms: … [Read more...] about How to Stay Safe during Today’s Winter Storms
Entertaining in the Dead of Winter: 8 Fun Ideas
The month of January can feel bleak after all the busy-ness of the winter holidays. And the promise of spring is still miles away. Don't let those long, dark, cold days of winter bring you down. These 8 entertaining and fun ideas are sure to brighten your winter days: … [Read more...] about Entertaining in the Dead of Winter: 8 Fun Ideas