Author: Mike Nichols

Put a Little Life into Your Lights

Put a Little Life into Your Lights

When’s the last time you paid attention to your lights, switches and fixtures? They may seem like little things, but when selling a home, everything counts, so putting some thought into your home’s lighting can go a long way toward sprucing up your home without 

Things You Shouldn’t Say to a Seller’s Agent as a Buyer

Things You Shouldn’t Say to a Seller’s Agent as a Buyer

Going to open houses as a homebuyer can be fun. You get to look at homes you’d like to potentially buy, imagining how you’ll live there and where your things will go. You can speak with the real estate agent monitoring the open house to 

How to Find Your Perfect Neighborhood

How to Find Your Perfect Neighborhood

If you’re shopping for a new place, you may find the perfect home—but remember, you also need to consider the neighborhood to make sure the community and location are right for you. For those with children, the neighborhood’s school district may be at the top 

Five Renovations That Net the Most When You Sell

Five Renovations That Net the Most When You Sell

When it comes to major home remodeling, there is more involved than money. Your home is more than your largest investment—it’s where you and your family live. If you love your neighborhood, your school district and your commute, and you plan to stay for many 

Three Daily Habits to a Cleaner Home

Three Daily Habits to a Cleaner Home

Between work, family and fun, cleaning your home can feel like a drag—but most of us can’t afford to hire a cleaning crew, and so the task of weekly tidying and disinfecting is unavoidable. To help, below are three daily habits to a cleaner home. 

Three Ways to Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster

Three Ways to Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster

While many homeowners make monthly mortgage payments, millions enjoy the luxury of owning their homes outright. If you strive to join their ranks, there are a number of ways you can expedite the completion of your mortgage – and none include lottery tickets. Below are 

Things to Consider If You Have Inherited a House

Things to Consider If You Have Inherited a House

When someone passes away, his or her house is generally left to a family member. Figuring out what to do after inheriting a house can be confusing and overwhelming, particularly when it is unexpected or when siblings become joint owners. People sometimes rush to make 

Ways to Quickly Increase Your Home’s Value

Ways to Quickly Increase Your Home’s Value

If you plan to sell your home, you want to guarantee that you will get a good price. Before you put your house on the market, take the time to make some home improvements to increase its value. There are several projects that you can 

5 Easy-to-Manage House Plants

5 Easy-to-Manage House Plants

If you’re looking to add a bit more green to your design scheme, you’re not alone. House plants are a popular way to add fresh beauty, and clean up your air while you’re at it. However, keeping a house plant healthy is a responsibility, even 

Selling a Spa-Inspired Bathroom

Selling a Spa-Inspired Bathroom

It’s time to make your bathroom shine. There can be a lot going on in a bathroom. It’s used every day for showering, brushing teeth and other daily routines. With so much happening, it’s a wonder that bathrooms ever stay clean. But when your home