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July 22, 2014
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Home & Design: Feature Articles

  • Designing on a Human Scale
    12/01/2011

    Sarah Susanka's newly-constructed 'not so big house' in Libertyville, Ill., provides smart ideas for comfort in fewer square feet.

  • Remodeling? Don’t Forget the Permit
    09/01/2011
  • Buyers Ready to Spend on Green?
    07/01/2011

    More and more Americans are seriously considering green construction and adding new ­energy-­efficient upgrades—and determining that the cost is worth it.

  • Battling the Neighborhood Eyesore
    06/01/2011

    How to battle the neighborhood eyesore when it's next door to your listing.

  • 4 Steps to a Pet-Friendly House
    04/01/2011

    The family pet is an integral member of many households--and an integral factor when buyers are looking for a new place to call home. Here are 4 tips for making sure that your clients find a property that meets the needs of their furry friends.

  • 6 Worth-the-Price Fix-Ups
    04/01/2011

    Here are six simple and affordable do-it-yourself projects can greatly increase a home's resale value, according to HomeGain's annual home improvement and staging survey.

  • 3 Gardening Mistakes to Help Clients Avoid
    04/01/2011

    How much water does this shrub need? Will that tree get enough sun? Is this hole deep enough? It’s easy to misjudge and make a mess out of the landscaping. Here are common garden blunders.

  • No Cost: A Photogenic Listing
    03/01/2011

    Stunning curb appeal can make buyers fall in love with a home from the moment they pull up in their car. But equally important in today’s Web-driven world is ensuring that your listings’ curb appeal transfers to online photos. Here are a few simple, no cost ways to get curb appeal in your property photos.

  • Add Some Holiday Charm to Your Listings
    11/01/2010

    Nobody wants to be the Grinch who stole Christmas but when you’re trying to sell a home, too much holiday spirit can turnoff some potential buyers.

  • Easy Fixes for 4 Household Problems
    05/01/2010

    Squeaky stairs, leaky faucets, or oil stains in the garage? Learn how to fix common household problems so they don't turn off buyers.