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Transform Your Bedroom

This is Part 1 of some of the best decorating ideas that I have come across.  Each room is unique and has character all of its own.  Maybe this will spark an idea for you to create a stunning bedroom to match your personality!  To make your bathroom as equally stunning, check out these great bathrooms.

1- Great combination of neutrals and vibrant colors!

2- Repurpose!  Love the modern, woody touches.

3- The fabrics of this room help provide enough elegance for a princess.  Check out the metallic finish on the buffet table.

4- Neutrals with stenciling on the walls help to give a calm, dreamlike effect.

5- Very dramatic with white walls and all the color on the bedspread.

6- Who needs to decorate a room when you have a view like this?

7- Black and white stand out more with a punch of green on the walls.

8- Mix of greens and blues give this room a tranquil, modern vibe.

9- Vibrant color ceiling with traditional style.

10- Modern style with a touch of Fairy tale.

11- Fabulous stencil design framing a great headboard and bed.

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Bathroom Tips Invisible Bookshelf Transforming a Room Punch Up Your Porch

Your Unused Stuff.

We all have rooms, attics, basements, etc full of things that we are holding on to because one day it might become useful.

Here’s the thing….you know just as well as I that those items are not going to get used.  Well “It has sentimental value.” Here is the question to ask yourself……if it has sentimental value, why is it being hidden?  Put it out on a counter, shelf or display of some sort.

I do it too.  There are things sitting in my attic that I have not even touched since I moved into my home.  I need to come to the reality that I DO NOT NEED IT!

So instead of pitching it to go and sit in a landfill try these tips.

1) Consider renting it out.  Your power tools & equipment, sporting equipment, dvd, books, video games, etc can all get put to use and you get paid for it.  Why not make your money back on items that you use only once in awhile.  There are many online sites that allow for buy, sell, trade of items.

Here are a few:

Power tools: zilok.com, rentcycle.com

Sporting Equiqment: snapgoods.com, neighborgoods.com

Clothing: i-ella.com

DVDs, Video games, books: murfrie.com, swap.com

Backyard Garden: sharedearth.com, yardshare.com

Parking & Transportation: relayrides.com, parkatmyhouse.com

“One Man’s Trash…”: freecycle.com, ILoveFreegle.org

2) Goodwill/Salvation Army- Everyone has one that they prefer over the other.  You can take your stuff there (or better yet call them to have your stuff picked up) and they will give you a receipt you can use to write off for your taxes- contact a tax professional to verify.  First, you will want to make a list of all the items and the estimated value you could have sold them for.

3) Consignment Stores-  These stores are perfect for your gently used clothing.  You can take your clothing in and receive money back.  INSTANT GRATIFICATION!  Take that money and put it towards that vacation you have been saving up for.

You can’t afford to not look into these great options.

1. Have a pre-sale home inspection. Be proactive by arranging for a pre-sale home inspection. An inspector will be able to give you a good indication of the trouble areas that will stand out to potential buyers, and you’ll be able to make repairs before open houses begin.

2. Organize and clean. Pare down clutter and pack up your least-used items, such as large blenders and other kitchen tools, out-of-season clothes, toys, and exercise equipment. Store items off-site or in boxes neatly arranged in the garage or basement. Clean the windows, carpets, walls, lighting fixtures, and baseboards to make the house shine.

3. Get replacement estimates. Do you have big-ticket items that are worn our or will need to be replaced soon, such your roof or carpeting? Get estimates on how much it would cost to replace them, even if you don’t plan to do it yourself. The figures will help buyers determine if they can afford the home, and will be handy when negotiations begin. 

4. Find your warranties. Gather up the warranties, guarantees, and user manuals for the furnace, washer and dryer, dishwasher, and any other items that will remain with the house.

5. Spruce up the curb appeal. Pretend you’re a buyer and stand outside of your home. As you approach the front door, what is your impression of the property? Do the lawn and bushes look neatly manicured? Is the address clearly visible? Are pretty flowers or plants framing the entrance? Is the walkway free from cracks and impediments?

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By Cam Laird
Prudential Vision Properties

The key to an easy move is careful planning. There are many action items that need to be taken prior to the move all the way up to the actual day the first box is loaded on the moving truck. Take time to write down and organize the decisions and activities that will need to be accomplished prior to the move such as securing a mover and changing your address. Ideally, you should try to break up the tasks over a two-month period. By doing so, you won’t overload your schedule, plus it can save you time and money. To get you started, consider using the checklist below as a guide.

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