The kitchen – a room that’s often considered the heart of the home – has changed a lot since Wes Foster and Hank Long started a real estate company in 1968. Maybe ‘Brady Bunch’ isn’t a term you’d use to describe your dream home today, but in the late 1960s, the kitchen where the Brady family ... » Learn More about How the Kitchen Has Changed in Fifty+ Years
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How Important is Landscaping?
If you’re planning to sell your home, you’re busy decluttering, organizing, and updating the inside to make it picture perfect. But buyers first see the front of the house so you’ll want to make a good first impression there, too. A front yard that is neatly landscaped and welcoming will attract ... » Learn More about How Important is Landscaping?
What Pandemic Influenced Buyers Want
The Covid-19 pandemic upended most people’s lives in some way. Whether you were working from home for the first time, your children were learning virtually, or your gym routine became a visit to your basement, the way you use your home has probably changed. These lifestyle changes not only affected ... » Learn More about What Pandemic Influenced Buyers Want
Moving Forward with Rachel featuring Systems by Susie
I was thrilled to Zoom recently with Susie Salinas, owner of Systems by Susie and Annapolis organizing guru. (Click here for my full interview with Susie!) A former teacher, event planner, and wedding coordinator, Susie was no stranger to systems and planning when she launched her home and ... » Learn More about Moving Forward with Rachel featuring Systems by Susie
5 Perfect Kitchen Upgrades (a New Look Without Remodeling!)
Almost every homeowner dreams of a brand new, state-of-the-art kitchen, but kitchen remodels are expensive and can often take months to complete. Fortunately, there are a few easy changes you can make which will give you the updated look you crave with significantly less cost. 1. Cabinets – ... » Learn More about 5 Perfect Kitchen Upgrades (a New Look Without Remodeling!)