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In honor of the 25th anniversary of “Friends” this month, we’re looking into the living arrangements of our six favorite “friends”: Rachel, Ross, Monica, Chandler, Joey and Phoebe. They were in their 20s and living in New York City’s West Village – in relatively large apartments.We’ve...
Where Does The Couch Go.............
Today’s couches are so much more than the three-seater pieces of days past. Sectionals are useful and stylish, and their shape provides a built-in conversation area. Chaises – perfect for lounging – eliminate the need for an ottoman or footstool. Sometimes, though, it can feel challenging to...
6 Ways To Keep Your Home Flu Free
Keep your home from serving as a breeding ground for the cold or flu virus with these simple tips. 1. Control your remoteWhat’s the first thing someone does after calling in sick to work or school? They grab the remote and hunker down with Netflix and some chicken soup. Make sure their germs...
Ready to Sell? 3 Ways an Agent Helps Get You Started
The process of putting your home on the market and finding your next place can be overwhelming. Fortunately, an experienced agent can help you weigh all your options. Here’s where a professional might start:1. Researching your home’s valueAn agent will have the pulse on the current...
3 Things to Consider Before Registering Your Home on a Short-Term Rental Site
Once upon a time, the idea of renting out your home to a stranger while you left for vacation was considered quite odd.Today, renting a room in your house (or the entire house) to unknown travelers isn’t an outlandish concept, thanks in part to online services such as Airbnb, FlipKey...
Millenial Homebuyers Want a Yard of Their (Pet's) Dreams- Here's How Sellers Can Appeal to Furry Friends.
What could beat out an updated kitchen as the most important feature millennials are looking for when buying a home? Recent research from the National Association of Landscape Professionals shows that a nice-sized lawn is the No. 1 priority among those born between 1981...
From "Smart House" to Smart Homes: How Today's Tech Compares to the Iconic Disney Movie
Voice-activated music. Touch-screen powered appliances. An omnipotent, but friendly, virtual assistant providing homework help.When “Smart House” debuted on the Disney Channel in 1999, its portrayal of a family living in a home powered by artificial intelligence seemed far-fetched....
EXPERT ADVICE:STAGING YOUR HOME FOR THE SELLING SEASON
Expert Advice: Staging Your Home for Selling SeasonIf you own a home, it is likely one of your largest investments. When the time comes to move up or downsize, you want to do everything in your power to protect your equity and get your asking price – or more. One way to ensure your home is...
How a Home Office Can Increase Appeal for Homebuyers
With housing inventory remaining tight in recent years, RE/MAX agents are diligent about keeping up with the trends to help clients buy and sell properties in this competitive market. “Remote-friendly” workplaces are one of those rising trends. In fact, according to 2018 data from the U.S....
Is A Renovation Worth the Return on Investment? Consumers think so.
One of your objectives as a homebuyer – and ultimately, a home seller – is to achieve the highest return on investment. A hot property value boils down to a number of factors, such as location, proximity to public transit, the local and greater economy, and the market conditions at the time...
Fathers Day
5 Ways to Surprise Dad with DIY Home Improvement Projects For Father’s Day this year, get your dad something he’ll really appreciate – help tackling his home improvement to-do list. Here are a few suggestions: 1. Instead of a fancy shaving kit… … trim the yard. But don’t stop at simply...
