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5 Reasons to Consider when Buying New
Are you on the fence about whether a new construction home is the right fit for you? I grew up in the new home business, so I have learned all the pros and cons over the years! Here are my top things to consider before buying or building new:
Unlocking Top Dollar: A Realtor's Guide to Selling Your Home with Ease!
Ready to make a splash in the real estate market and sell your home for top dollar?
Well, you're in luck because I've got some insider tips to help you do just that! I think it is so important to remind sellers of these tips every season because it is so easy to forget what it takes to make your home shine on the market!
Selling your home doesn't have to be stressful. With a bit of strategy and a whole lot of charm, you can make your humble abode irresistible to buyers. Let's dive in!
My Top 5 Date Night Picks in Kitchener-Waterloo
Hey there, lovebirds! Looking to spice up your date night routine in Kitchener-Waterloo? Well, get ready to embark on a culinary adventure through the heart of the city with these top five irresistible date night destinations. Whether you're in the mood for Italian indulgence, Spanish flair, or just some good ol' pizza fun, we've got you covered. So, grab your partner's hand and let's dive into the delicious details!
Unlocking Your Dream Space: A Peek into Our Interior Design Process
Are you ready to transform your space into a haven that reflects your personality and lifestyle? At our interior design firm in Kitchener-Waterloo, we understand that every project is unique and deserves a tailored approach. With our meticulous design process, we guide you through every step of the journey, ensuring that your vision becomes a reality. Let's dive into how we work our magic:
The two biggest ways to change the look of your home!
Whether you are moving into a new home or looking to refresh your current one, there are two things you can do that will immediately give your home a new look!
4 improvements to make to increase your homes value!
Are you ready to make the most out of your home? Whether it be to bring your own design dreams to life or you are preparing your home for market, as an interior design team and a Realtor I have years of experience in making homes look their best! Sometimes it can feel daunting figuring out where to start with your home. Here are four actionable tips that can significantly boost your home's value:
7 ways to save money when you are preparing to become a homeowner
All first-time home buyers need to know these tricks! Preparing to buy your first-ever home can often feel overwhelming–not to mention expensive! These tips will help you save money as you embark on your journey to owning a home.
Follow this schedule to buy a home by the exact time you want it!
What better way to make fun memories than by moving into a beautiful new home with your family? If you’re wanting to move during a specific time to either enjoy the summer or the holidays in your new home, just follow this schedule!
Why homeownership wins in the long run!
The real estate market has been changing, and it’s common for potential buyers to feel concerned and challenged by these changes. Rather than shying away from buying a home in this kind of market, it’s even more important to think about the long-term benefits of homeownership!
How inspections can knock thousands off your purchase price!
If you have the opportunity to do a home inspection before buying a home, it can be invaluable! At first glance, a home inspection can feel expensive, especially when it means you may not even end up buying the home. But it can be well worth the cost for two reasons:
Why Samples are so Important to a Design Project
Let’s talk about samples and why they are so important when you are completing a design project! If you read this entire blog post and only remember one thing let it be, do not start a project until you have samples. Okay, now let’s get into more details.
How Real Estate and Dating have a LOT in common
Real estate and dating have a LOT in common. So if you’re going through the buying or selling process and feel like you’re dating around to find the ~one~ then you’re not far off!
The number one tip I give to all first time buyers…
If every first-time homebuyer knew this, the real estate world would be a calmer place! Whether you’re just embarking on your first real estate journey, or are looking forward to it in the future, here’s the best tip a real estate agent can give you:
Why skipping the final walk-through may lead to unexpected problems…
Can we all agree on something? Final walkthroughs are a critical part of the homebuying process! Sometimes buyers think that one walkthrough before the closing is enough, let’s talk about all the reasons you don’t want to skip the final walkthrough!
My Favourite Cleaning Tools!
Are sick of strong scents and unhealthy chemicals filling up your home when you complete basic cleaning tasks? Over the years I have added cleaning tools to our home that efficiently get the job done with water alone! If you have pets or kiddos you are going to want to add these cleaning devices handy!
Patio Season is Here (believe it or not)!
Forget the snow for a second... Picture those sunny spring days that are ahead of us & the summer nights we are all looking forward to. It's (almost) backyard season & that means if you're looking to purchase patio furniture this year you are already behind! Yup, I said it!
5 Reasons You May Not Love KW… Until I Convince You Otherwise
We are going to do things a little differently with this blog post today. As much as it pains me, because I absolutely love this community, we are going to chat about some reasons why you may not like living in KW…
Below I will be sharing 5 things you may not be crazy about in the KW region (and if you take the tiniest look at the rest of my content, I’ll tell you why that’s just not true)!
Wallpaper we are Loving!
If you have been an avid At Home Co. follower then you already know how much we LOVE wallpaper! Dare we say it is one of our favourite design elements? It is like the jewelry of a room. If you find yourself redesigning a room, we highly suggest you consider a pop of wallpaper to complete the space.
So, let’s talk about 4 ways you can incorporate wallpaper into a room!
Things to consider when designing a bathroom for kiddos!
We have kids' bathroom renos on the brain so we thought what better time to share with you some things we always consider when we are designing a bathroom for the little ones in your lives!
Our 2024 Design Trend Predictions
Every year we get so excited seeing fellow designers call out the dreamy design predictions they anticipate for the new year. If we had to summarize what we are seeing for 2024 in three words they would be cozy, unique and warm. SIGN👏🏼 ME 👏🏼UP!
Let’s get into what our design team at At Home Co. is predicting for design this year!