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December 12, 2016

December Space of the Month: Great Rooms

Great rooms are one of the rooms in the house where homeowners as well as guests spend the most time. It is a place where we get the most comfortable, curl up on the couch, read a book or watch TV or cozy up by the fireplace. Great rooms can have different set-ups, features, furniture and decor to make them stand out. In one of our Twitter polls, we asked our followers if they could make one room in their home larger which room would they choose and over 50{447216cae66a4d332ab0ac71eb11e27716218036a4f422ac40162b059a195e14} of voters chose the great room!... Read More »

December 5, 2016

How to Hang Outdoor Christmas Lights

Christmas will be here faster than we know it! Now that you know everything about Christmas lights, here are 4 easy steps to follow when hanging Christmas lights outside.... Read More »

November 30, 2016

Christmas Lights 101

There is just something about pulling onto a street where all the houses are lit up with Christmas lights that puts a smile on your face. Whether you are decorating your home for the first time or you are looking for new ways to spruce up your décor, there are some basic lighting options that you can look into. Here is everything you need to know about Christmas lights:... Read More »

November 28, 2016

FAQ’s for Building a Home in the Winter

With winter arriving, you may be wondering if now is the time to start building your dream home. Building during winter has it’s pros and cons, but it is definitely possible! We’ve organized and answered some commonly asked questions you may have about winter building…... Read More »

November 21, 2016

Black Friday Shopping Tips

Thanksgiving is this Thursday, which we all know is followed immediately by “Black Friday.” Often regarded as the kick off to the Christmas shopping season, Black Friday is typically the busiest shopping day of the year. Recently retailers have been opening their stores earlier each year (in some cases controversially bleeding into Thanksgiving Day) and offering deep discounts on products. This year, a lot of malls and stores have pushed their hours back to actually start on Black Friday instead of Thanksgiving but many stores start sales as early as Wednesday. These promotions create a frenzy among consumers who want to land a great deal. A wide variety of items are traditionally on sale for Black Friday including: appliances, electronics, movies, home goods, clothing and much more! If you’re building a new home Black Friday can be a great way to get things you’ll need for great prices!... Read More »

November 16, 2016

10 Tips for Entertaining on Thanksgiving

With Thanksgiving right around the corner it’s time to start making plans for the big day. Whether you are hosting Thanksgiving for the first time, or are a seasoned veteran, preparations can be a daunting task. We have put together 10 easy to follow tips to help make hosting Thanksgiving run a little smoother.... Read More »

November 14, 2016

5 Reasons to be Thankful for a New Home

5 Reasons to be Thankful for a New Home 1. Everything is New, Duh Who doesn’t love the feeling you get when you get something brand new? Well with a new home virtually everything you see is “fresh out of the box.” Get that tingly feeling over and over again!... Read More »

November 11, 2016

October Facebook Polls

Twice a week on Facebook, we create poll questions with 3 different options to let people tell us what type of home features they like. Then each month we’re giving you a summary of the winners so you can see our most popular home features! Below are the poll results from October:... Read More »

November 7, 2016

November Space of the Month: Kitchens

A kitchen is often referred to as the “heart of the home.” It’s a room you utilize every day, multiple times a day, and a great space to host and entertain guests. There are many kitchen features that can give you the perfect modern kitchen with every home amenity you desire.... Read More »

November 7, 2016

How to Pick and Care for Natural Christmas Trees

Christmas trees are one of the most recognizable images of the Christmas season. They are the focal point of your holiday decorations. You decorate your tree with lights and ornaments, pile gifts underneath them, and gather around your tree with family and friends. Read more on how to choose the perfect tree and care for it through the holiday season.... Read More »

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