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It is common to feel like you have more stuff than you do storage. Here are a few ways to eliminate clutter and maximize storage space to get your home organized: Get Rid of Stuff The first step to maximizing storage is getting rid of things you don’t need or use. Learning how to declutter is one of the best gifts you can give yourself. Break it down into a room-by-room project and work quickly...

The bathroom is an important part of any home, and when it’s a shared area, it needs to have a clever design that maximizes space and function while still being stylish. Fulfilling all these requirements will involve careful planning in advance. Here are a few essential features to focus on when planning your bathroom design: Double-basin Sinks for Large Families If the space is shared with more...

A well-staged home is key to selling it quickly and for top dollar. The goal is to make buyers fall in love with your home and enable them to easily picture themselves living there. From little touches to minor alterations and simple cleaning, these tips for styling and upgrading your home will help you showcase its best assets, impress buyers and see quick results: 7 Tips for Superbly Staging...

Once your children move out, you may be wondering what to do with their empty rooms. You can begin to cope with an empty nest by turning it into a usable space. Here are a few ideas to help you get started: 5 Ways to Transform an Empty Nest Build Your Dream Library Many people love to read. If you are one of them, consider turning that empty nest into your dream library. As you collect more...

The spring and summer months are upon us, and many homeowners are taking this opportunity to spruce up their outdoor areas. Whether you're looking to add curb appeal by creating an inviting front porch or you want to expand your outdoor living space with a beautifully decorated patio, these tips will help you get your space summer-ready: Tips to Easily Create an Inviting Outdoor Living Space...

First-rate home renovators are those who clients call back for every remodeling project they do — and recommend them to all their friends and family. The traits these professionals possess are what set them and their work apart from others. Here are the top 10 things to look for in a quality remodeling contractor: What to Look for in Remodeling Professionals Areas Served There are many renovators...

If you want to upgrade the lighting in your home, one easy project is to replace your home's existing lightbulbs with LED (light emitting diode) bulbs. LED bulbs have an assortment of features and benefits that make them an excellent match for practically any home. Here are some things you may not know about LED lightbulbs: The LED Difference The light emitting diodes in LED lightbulb are...

With the weather warming up, spring is the perfect time to show your home some love. This spring home maintenance checklist will help you reduce your energy bills and ensure you’re ready for summer: Checklist for Spring Home Maintenance Give Your HVAC Unit Some Love After running the heater all winter long, your HVAC unit should be inspected before the summer heat hits to prevent it from breaking...

It may come as a surprise that, for the most part, typical garage measurements haven't changed that much since the early 1900s when cars first rolled off the assembly line. In fact, modern vehicles are typically the same size or a few feet longer than the Model T. Assuming you're not driving a limousine, these tips will help you achieve the ideal garage measurements at your home. Ideal Garage...