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Your Luxury Homebuying Checklist
Information is brought to you by John Wesley Brooks Coldwell Banker of the Valley Buying a new home, especially if you already own one, is a process with many moving parts. In addition to working closely with a real estate agent whom you...
The Top 8 Home Improvement Projects for Winter
While winter is the season when you may want to curl up under a blanket to stay warm and cozy, it doesn’t mean you should take a break from maintaining your home. Instead of hibernating during the coldest months of the year, give your home ...
6 Hacks to Make New Year’s Resolutions Stick
Someone once told me that quitting smoking is easy. He had already done it a half-dozen times. The same can be said for many of the resolutions people make, whether it’s getting more exercise, eating right, or setting a self-improvement goa...
6 Things To Do Before You Go Away For the Holidays
The holidays are a hectic time for traveling, and any homeowner might be understandably uneasy about leaving his or her home unattended during the busiest time of the year. If you need some tips to prepare your home the right way when you ...
The Fabric of America
Most days, it feels like I am on autopilot as I make my commute home from work, raveling down the same roads, past the same shops and buildings, alongside the same group of cars that make this same trek day in and day out. But every once in a...
Steak Caprese Kebab
Simplify your steak dinner by turning it into a kebab—alternate toasty garlic bread with tender steak for a filling meal! Instructions: Whisk together the marinade ingredients in a small bowl. Cut the steak into 2-inch cubes, soak i...
Throw the Best Father’s Day BBQ This Year!
Mother’s Day is known for brunch, whereas Father’s Day is all about having the world’s best barbecue. These BBQ party ideas will make this day one to remember for the father figure in your life: Have cold drinks at the ready. Whethe...
Value-Added Outdoor Improvements
As the days get longer and summer makes its debut, it’s time to turn your attention to your outdoor spaces. Whether you are updating your home for a quick sale or just want to choose a project that will contribute to increased equity down t...
