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What Makes A Modern Home?

Open floor plans, natural lighting, sleek design, bold lines – these features are all characteristics of beautiful modern architecture. Modern design has increased in popularity every year, and by our figures, it’s not going anywhere. Even though modern homes can vary greatly in style, there are some qualities you can expect to find in each […]

Your February Garden

If you’ve been in San Antonio for a while, you know that February is the start of spring! In fact, some years, the Moutain Laurels are already blooming and covered in bees, and we’ve even seen some bluebonnets popping up – and they’re not usually here until April! Even though this February has been a […]

February Home Maintenance

When it comes to your home, waiting to fix problems when they pop up can lead to a lot of stress and financial strain. We’ve put together a list of monthly tasks that will keep you on top of home maintenance and cleaning so you can avoid frustration! All Over Kitchen Living Areas and Bedrooms […]

First Impressions: Creating A Beautiful Entry

The entryway of your home is the first thing your guests will see. It sets the stage for the rest of your home, making a statement about your style. No matter what size you’re working with, you can create a welcoming entryway so that the first impression is the right one. Foyerless Entry Even if […]

Selling Your San Antonio Home? Time To Get Organized

Each year, the HomeGain National Home Improvement Survey asks real estate professionals this question: What are the Top 10 things a homeowner can do to get their home ready to sell? Each year, the number one answer is the same: Clean and declutter. In last year’s survey, a huge 99% of REALTORS® named this the […]

Meeting The Neighbors

Moving can cause a lot of stress on your family and lifestyle. Along with moving your furniture and possessions and people, you must adapt to your new surroundings. Making friends with your new neighbors can often be one of the more intimidating parts of a big move. Here’s how you can make it a little […]

Maximize Your Living Space

The real estate landscape is an ever-changing machine. Over the years, sellers, buyers, and homeowners of all kinds have started focusing on optimizing the space they have. Look Up Optimize your floor space by getting as many things as possible off of it. Installing shelves over doorways or along the ceiling line, or even installing […]

Look For These 5 Home Decor Trends in 2018

A new year brings the feeling of freshness and potential. And these feelings don’t just affect our personal resolutions. The design world is abuzz with 2018’s biggest trends. As usual, Houzz is ahead of the game when it comes to style forecasts. Based on the opinions of industry experts as well as the popularity of […]

Making a House A Home

Your new home is so much more than a financial investment or a place to keep your things – you’ll hopefully spend many happy years under that roof. But, it can take a while to get settled in. New sounds, new smells, and a new layout can actually make you feel homesick for your old, […]

Help Buyers Love Your Home

When a buyer makes an offer on your home, they’ve based their decision on a lot of factors – but they’re usually thinking more with their heart and less with their head. Buying a home is largely an emotional decision and this is something that sellers can take advantage of to sell their home quickly […]

Pantone’s Color of the Year is Here

Color junkies, rejoice! Pantone has announced its 2018 Color of the Year. Each year, the selection impacts the home decor and fashion industry, even though the average consumer may not realize it. In 2016, for example, Pantone selected Rose Quartz as the Color of the Year, and suddenly the same blush hue was everywhere, commonly […]

Buying and Selling in the New Year

For better or for worse, we’re about to kiss 2017 goodbye! With 2018 just days away, it’s the perfect time to think about New Year’s resolutions. If your goals include selling or buying a home, we have some tips to help you do it the right way. Buying Hoping to buy a home this year? […]