The Tale of The Meat Ghost
Friday, October 29, 2021What you are about to read is a true story that happened to the Raulston family.My husband and I were coming up on our one-year home anniversary of owning an old Victorian home. Throughout that year, our dachshund, Greta, had been staring at the floor, and staring at the oven. At one point in the... More
After Home Showing Checklist
Friday, October 22, 2021After a long day of work, and a long day of looking possible “could be the one” houses, all you may want to do is drop everything off at the door, and be done for the day. However, I highly recommend you complete this short check off list.Before You Arrive HomeMake Sure You Have a... More
Weekend Challenge: Organize 3 Kitchen Cabinets
Friday, October 15, 2021Plates. Glasses. Bowls. Plastic storage containers. Mugs. Some people have their set amount, that match, and have their perfect place. Some people have accumulated extras just in case. The To-Go Cups. Empty containers from food items. This weekend I encourage you to organize three kitchen cabinets.No, not the ones that “are already good enough”, but... More
Primary Bedroom: Light Fixture or Ceiling Fan
Friday, October 08, 2021For the first eight years of my life, I lived in Pennsylvania, and from my recollection, I believe we just had light fixtures in the home. If it was warm, we would just open up the windows, or go outside. But, then, we moved to Texas, that all changed.I still believe to this day the... More
Best Way to Organize Shoes
Friday, October 01, 2021As I was showing homes this week, and my clients and I peaked in the closet, I noticed the following:Some homeowners had their shoes:...in a pile on the floor...lined up on the floor...in a basket...in a door organization shoe holderI have tried all of these organization styles before, and here was the issuePile on The... More
Cooler Weather Fire Safety Tips
Friday, September 24, 2021As the weather gets cooler, Texans start gearing up for more outdoor activities. CampingGet-TogethersHolidaysHomecoming celebrationsWhen the weather gets cooler, you will most likely hear of someone talking about lighting up their bonfire, firepit, and/or fireplace. This time of year is probably my most favorite, because I LOVE getting together with my friends and catching up... More
Cluttercore Home Trend Review
Thursday, September 16, 2021The Cluttercore trend came about during the pandemic while everyone was quarantining. Some people did more online shopping and purchased more items out of need and desire. People wanted to see items that made them happy, that evoked memories, and that cocooned them in security. Cluttercore is exuberantly mismatching, and highlighting items that are already loved.... More
Weekend Challenge: Shop at Three Local Businesses
Friday, September 10, 2021Supporting local business is something that is very important to me. Local business owners live in our community. They are our neighbors. They are our friends. I love the relationships that form over supporting local businesses and restaurants. These are people you can rely on and count on!Several of my friends have told me in... More
Seller Music Options for Home Showings
Friday, September 03, 2021As I have shown homes lately, I have noticed that sometimes Sellers choose to play music in the background while the home showings occur. Sometimes the song choices are great, relaxing, or catchy. Other times, they distracted the buyers, or worse, they made the home showing a non-plesant experience.Songs For Home Showings: Non-Pleasant ResultsLow RiderThis... More
The 365 Day Christmas Tree Trend
Friday, August 27, 2021Ever since 2020, I have noticed several of my friends who have kept their Christmas tree up longer than Christmas time. Some of my friends have even decorated their tree for other holidays:BirthdaysValentine’s DaySt. Patrick’s DayEasterFourth of JulyFirst Day of SchoolAutumnHalloweenSome take the time to incorporate homemade ornaments, or they purchase different ornaments.Some of my... More
