Most Desirable Feature for American Neighborhoods
Typically when house hunting starts, you think about your checklist for what the home needs. Interior features such as walk in closets, a bathtub, or exterior features like a porch or a pool. Most people know exactly what they are looking for in a home before...
Complete Guide to Moving
Buying a new house while selling your current one is never an easy task. There are so many balls in the air and you have to make sure none of the drop. One of the biggest hassles is finding the time to pack up your things for the move. Should you hire someone or save...
California Grilled Chicken
YIELDS: 4 Servings PREP TIME: 20 Mins TOTAL TIME: 40 Mins INGREDIENTS: ¾ cup balsamic vinegar 1 tsp garlic powder 2 tbsp honey 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 tsp Italian seasoning Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts 4 slices...
$55M House Lets You Park In The Living Room
The neighborhood of Pacific Palisades in Los Angeles, California has been quickly making its way to the top of the most expensive list. Many celebrities such as Matt Damon, Tom Hanks, and Steven Spielberg have settled down there. Its popularity is growing with the...
5 Inexpensive Ways to Update Your Kitchen
Although kitchen remodels can be the priciest of home renovations, there is a way to do it on a budget! Here are 5 ways that you can upgrade your kitchen space without breaking the bank. 1. Rethink the layout: Are your appliances set up in a way that makes the most...
Airbnb Adds A Luxury Platform
Airbnb was once a company with a foundation built on renting out spare rooms to strangers. As they grow exponentially, they are thinking of new ways to expand their market share. They have decided to allocate major resources to a new high end travel experience. Airbnb...
Creamy Lemon-Pepper Shrimp Spaghetti
YIELDS: 4 servings PREP TIME: 10 min TOTAL TIME: 25 min INGREDIENTS: ¾ lb spaghetti2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 ½ lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined¾ tsp salt, plus more for water and seasoning6 tbsp fresh lemon juice, divided, plus wedges for serving2 tbsp...
Lemon Blueberry Mini Cheesecakes
YIELDS: 12 PREP TIME: 15 mins TOTAL TIME: 4 hours 15 min INGREDIENTS: 12 lemon Oreos2 8 oz blocks cream cheese, softened¾ cup powdered sugar2 tbsp lemon juice1 tsp lemon zest1 tsp pure vanilla extractPinch of salt1 ½ cup heavy cream¼ cup blueberry preserves...
Selling Your Home = Life Interrupted
Selling a Home is Stressful: When people decide to sell their home it’s usually because they’re looking for an upgrade, to downsize, or they may have landed a job in a new location! Any of these...
Tips for Choosing a Downsized Home
Home size is not as important as it once was. In the 1990s square footage was a way to show off your successes. For homeowners today, concerns center around being eco-friendly and household budgets. According to a report from Trulia, 60% of Americans who lived in a...
Top Benefits of a Home Inspection For Buyers
A home is way more than just a few walls and a roof. It’s much more than just a shelter and a place to store all your possessions. For many homebuyers, a house is the crux to their family and life where all their memories will be made. As a realtor, I aim to assure...
Top Summer Outdoor Design Trends
Extended Living Room: Summer is finally around the corner. If you are anything like us, you are already planning out your weekends outdoors and trips to take. For all the outdoor lounging you are going to do, consider this summer’s hottest trend. Bring the party to...
This House Isn’t So Full Anymore
John Stamos has put his Los Angeles home up on the market for $6.75 million. The 4,000 square foot, 4 bed 4 bath home has a Mediterranean influence with a beautiful view. Although the house has the 90210 zip code, it is situated in a neighborhood known as...
Reese’s Stuffed Rice Krispies Treats
YIELDS: 12 servings PREP TIME: 10 minutes TOTAL TIME: 40 minutes INGREDIENTS: Cooking spray, for pan 5 tbsp. Butter1 (10 ounces) bag marshmallows ½ cup smooth peanut butterPinch of salt6 cups Rice Krispies Cereal 24 Reese’s cups ¼ cups melted peanut butter, for...
Rainbow Antipasto Pasta Salad
YIELD: 6-8 SERVINGS PREP TIME: 18 MINS COOK TIME: 12 MINS INGREDIENTS: 1 pound dry pasta4-6 cups chopped antipasto ingredients of your choice (ex. diced salami, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, olives, artichoke hearts, pepperoncini, roasted red peppers)1 cup chopped...
Outdoor Fire Pit Safety Tips
Outdoor summer entertainment is not complete without a fire pit. There is nothing better than a fun backyard party ending with s’mores and enjoying yourselves by the fire. 800 landscape architects were surveyed and said that fire pits and fireplaces are the most...
Increase of Millennial Homebuyers Brings Huge Opportunity to Housing Market
The incoming increase of millennial homebuyers is going to be a huge opportunity for the United States housing market. Sheryl Palmer, the CEO of Taylor Morrison Home, predicts a major opportunity for the U.S housing market over the next decade. The millennial...
Amazon Tiny House Trend Gone Viral
You can buy pretty much anything you want on Amazon. They have made it so easy for items to be delivered to you in record time. Amazon’s newest venture is in selling houses. The hottest selling item right now is the Allwood Solvalla Studio Cabin Kit. This is a build...
7 Smart Home Gadgets You Need
It seems as though in 2019 there are new smart devices popping up each month. Most people have at least one item of smart technology in their home. Whether you are just beginning or want to see if you have all the best gadgets, here are the top 10. Digital Assistants...
Tips on Buying Residential Investment Properties
If you are considering investing in property, there is a lot to consider. The state of the market is huge for this type of purchase. If you choose the right property and buy wisely, investing can pay off. When you buy your principal residence you consider...
Spinach & Artichoke Dip Mac & Cheese
YIELDS: 10 Servings PREP: 20 mins TIME: 1 hour 30 min INGREDIENTS Salt1 lb. pasta shells3 tbsp. Butter, plus 2 tbsp. Melted butter, plus more for greasing4 tbsp. Cloves garlic, minced3 tbsp. All-purpose flour3 cups milkFreshly ground black pepper2 cups (8 ounces)...
How to Reduce Stress While Selling
When you think about stressful real estate transactions, you probably think of buying first. Most people forget that selling is just as nerve wracking! Zillow surveyed a group of recent home sellers to find out what they worried about most. These were the most common...
Cookie Dough Stuffed Brownie Truffles
INGREDIENTS (makes 16 truffles) : 1 box brownie mix, prepared according to package instructions ½ cup all-purpose flour ¼ cup brown sugar 4 tablespoons butter, melted 2 tablespoons milk ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ cup mini chocolate chips Chocolate,...
Battle of the Closet
Sharing a closet with someone else can be quite the battle. Trying to fit two entire wardrobes into one space is not an easy task. To avoid a compatibility uproar, check out these space and time saving ideas. Floating Shelves Having shelf space is going to be...
Are You Ready for Homeownership?
Before you dive in to completing the biggest purchase of your life, there are questions you need to ask yourself. Does it make sense to buy? There is always a debate on renting vs. buying. The best way to decide this for yourself is to calculate how many years it will...
10 Ways to Practice Mindfulness Every Day
With the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it is hard to find time for yourself to truly just relax. Giving yourself a few minutes a day can make such a drastic difference. All it takes is a little bit of determination and small life changes. Mindfulness is a moment...
9 DIY Projects to Get Ready For Summer
DIY Outdoor Bar The best part of summer is being able to enjoy time outside with friends and family. A great DIY addition is an outdoor bar. There are multiple ways you can set this up. One example includes taking planks of wood, old wooden boxes, and stools. Paint...
Top Living Room Trends to Bring Out Your Inner Interior Designer
It is general consensus that interior home design trends come and go with the seasons. Designers can offer some of the best advice on how to style your home, but sometimes they are quick to switch perspectives. The best way to design your home is to make sure that you...
Tips On Creating A Dreamy Outdoor Living Space
As the weather starts to getting warmer, most of us are trying to find ways to spend more time outside. If you are looking to get more use out of outdoor space at your home, these tips are for you! Stephen Schroeter, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing at...
Is Home Staging Worth It For Sellers?
It can be nerve wracking thinking the process of selling a house. Home sellers want to ensure that they have high probability of making a sale rather quickly. One of the best ways to make this process go smoother is to spend a little extra on staging. Staging your...
