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June: Sustainable Summer Decorating

W ith the summer sun shining bright and warmer temps creating a relaxing air, you may be looking for a way to bring those easygoing vibes indoors by refreshing your home’s design. Try these ideas for seasonal updates that will not only look great but be kind to Mother Earth too. Lighten up An easy first step is opening up your spaces. Replace heavy and dark window coverings with  light-colored cotton curtains  to let in the sunshine and allow views of your yard or garden. Then clear all surfaces of decor, leaving only a few items of your choice, for a soothing and clean look. However, refrain from adding anything to the landfill when possible—instead, simply store items you won’t be using for the season and donate what you don’t want to keep. Paint it If your walls are dark or dingy, considering brightening them up with a new coat of paint; colors like peach and teal offer both great summer vibes and versatility for the rest of the year. To keep it green, opt for paints that a...

4 Reasons to Buy Your Dream Home This Winter

As the temperature in many areas of the country starts to cool down, you might think that the housing market will do the same. This cou…

What Is Debt-to-Income Ratio? The Key to Qualifying for a Mortgage

What Is Debt-to-Income Ratio? The Key to Qualifying for a Mortgage What is debt-to-income ratio? This equation, comparing how much mo…

Wouldn’t you love to be in your North Carolina dream home by this time next year?

You don’t have to feel cramped in your home around the holidays if you’re in the right one. There will be plenty of room for everyone at t…

How to Sell Your Home in Winston Salem and the surrounding areas FAST—Even Before the Holidays!

Need to know how to  sell a home  fast, even though the holidays are speedily approaching? If you're thinking of throwing up your h…

The 5 Interior Design Rules You Should Never, Ever Break

The 5 Interior Design Rules You Should Never, Ever Break Don’t do this. Don’t do that. Always do this. Rules, rules, rules. Where’s…

Expert Advice: 3 Benefits to Owning a Home

Success is something often worth repeating, and Brent Sutherland, a  Certified Financial Planner  and  Real Estate Investor , has cert…

Maximizing Space in a Small Kitchen

A small kitchen doesn’t have to mean dark or cramped, you can maximize a small kitchen by using these clever tips. From tricking the eye…

Why do Homes Listed with Professional Real Estate Photos Sell Quicker and For More Money?

If you are planning to list your home for sale, you probably already know that you need to prepare your home for the market. The point …

Open House Sunday November 3, 2019 from 2-4 pm in Oak Valley! Advance, North Carolina

153 Isleworth Dr, Advance, NC Get Directions Click Here OPEN HOUSE S…