by becky | Nov 18, 2021 | Uncategorized
And will you ever get a chance to relax yourself? Hosting has its share of anxieties, especially if you’re striving to make your home welcoming. How do you know everyone will feel comfortable? You will if you focus on what’s really necessary. Here are six...
by becky | Nov 11, 2021 | Uncategorized
You’re expecting houseguests. Fun! You want them to feel welcome, comfortable, and — dare we say it? — maybe even a tad envious of your hosting prowess. No need to moonlight at hospitality school. We asked Airbnb hosts with tons of great reviews on their cozy...
by becky | Nov 4, 2021 | Uncategorized
It’s the spring cleaning of fall, so to speak. With THE HOLIDAYS coming at you fast and furious, you want to be sure your home is cozy, but with that fresh-as-spring feel — as opposed to that musty-damp-winter feel. Here’s how to make that happen (along with a...
by becky | Oct 28, 2021 | Uncategorized
Whether you’re a new homeowner, on the hunt, or a current homeowner, we all want our space to feel like us, right? Nothing compares to the sense of relief that comes from feeling like you’re home. But how do you create that feeling? I have nine tiny fixes any...
by becky | Oct 21, 2021 | Uncategorized
Buying your first home conjures up all kinds of warm and fuzzy emotions: pride, joy, contentment. But before you get to the good stuff, you’ve got to cobble together a down payment, a daunting sum if you follow the textbook advice to squirrel away 20% of a...
by becky | Oct 7, 2021 | Uncategorized
Don’t do built-in seating. Your butt (and budget) will thank you for it. Indoor evenings on the couch are so last year. Literally. Relaxing around a fire and under the stars is about to be the place for a perfect night. But a built-in fire pit can cost upward of...