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7 Common Home Decorating Mistakes New Homeowners Can Make

February 15, 2020

DecorAid shares tips on what to buy now, and what to add later. You’ve saved. You’ve methodically shopped around. Now you’re ready to move into the right home for your needs. But one question remains: how do you begin decorating it? Just like Morty has helped reinvent and revolutionize the home buying and mortgage process, the high-end interior design experts at Décor … [Read more...] about 7 Common Home Decorating Mistakes New Homeowners Can Make

These Paint Colors Can Add Thousands to a Home’s Pricetag

January 23, 2020

Hoping to add a few dollars to the selling price of your current home? Then it might be time to break out the rollers, brushes, and painter’s tape. According to a recent study by the folks at Zillow, painting your front door a particular color can increase your home’s selling price by more than $6,000. On the flip side, if you’re looking to score a deal on a home in the … [Read more...] about These Paint Colors Can Add Thousands to a Home’s Pricetag

Your First Month “To-Do” List as a Homeowner

February 4, 2019

Being a homeowner can make you feel like you’ve got a never-ending 'To Do' list. Staying on top of what-needs-doing-now keeps even seasoned homeowners on their toes. If it's your first month as a homeowner, figuring out what to do first can feel a little overwhelming.  But here’s a secret: not everything that needs doing needs to be done right away. Here’s a short, … [Read more...] about Your First Month “To-Do” List as a Homeowner

4 Tidying Tips for First-Time Homeowners

January 24, 2019

Since Tidying Up with Marie Kondo premiered on Netflix earlier this month, it seems like everyone we talk to has hopped on the tidying-up bandwagon. For folks who haven’t seen the show or read the bestselling book, the gist of Marie Kondo’s tidying philosophy is this: people should only keep items in their homes that spark joy. Take stock of your material possessions, … [Read more...] about 4 Tidying Tips for First-Time Homeowners

10 Apartment Amenities Buyers Want in 2022

January 22, 2019

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For homebuyers looking to purchase an apartment in 2022, there are certain amenities you should definitely consider. Be sure to examine amenities with a critical eye. A building with fancy finishes might not be worth the cost. But having an in-house gym could seal the deal. Prudent buyers know their priorities. What truly adds value, not just to your property but to your … [Read more...] about 10 Apartment Amenities Buyers Want in 2022

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