Author: Mike Nichols

5 Common Lawn Mistakes

5 Common Lawn Mistakes

Summer is made for the outdoors. When the weather turns warm, the backyard becomes the central focus for family fun. After a long, cold winter, homeowners around the country turn their attention to their lawn. Yet, these weekend warriors could be sabotaging their lawn by 

Does Your Listing Use the Right Keywords to Attract Buyers?

Does Your Listing Use the Right Keywords to Attract Buyers?

If you’re selling your home, you already know it’s critical to your success to attract as many potential buyers as possible. Yes, you’ve engaged a real estate agent to handle the marketing and listing, but you need to be aware of the effectiveness of their 

5 Important Things to Consider Before Buying a Fixer-Upper Home

5 Important Things to Consider Before Buying a Fixer-Upper Home

Purchasing a fixer-upper property can be an exciting and rewarding experience. HGTV is filled with programs of amateurs knocking down walls and tiling bathroom floors. The fact is that this is much harder than it looks and before diving headfirst into this kind of project, 

Biophilic Design Trend – Embracing Nature at Home

Biophilic Design Trend – Embracing Nature at Home

Have you heard about the new style taking the interior design industry by storm? Biophilic Design is a growing trend among designers that incorporates natural elements, colors, patterns, and nature into the home décor in new and exciting ways. This focus on nature enhances the 

Market Signal to Watch For in Real Estate

Market Signal to Watch For in Real Estate

The housing market has been crazy over the past few years. While there have always been periods of ups and downs, buyer’s markets and seller’s markets, yet the frenetic pace and swings since the start of the pandemic has had everyone on edge. Now that 

6 Tips for a Sustainable Home

6 Tips for a Sustainable Home

Creating a sustainable environment is on the top of everyone’s mind these days. From Disney to Poland, policies that save energy and resources are important ways to reduce waste and help the planet. Your home can be part of this effort as well. With a 

Creating a Cozy Breakfast Nook

Creating a Cozy Breakfast Nook

Breakfast nooks used to be staples in the average kitchen. Before the advent of the eat-in, center islands, or great room designs, homeowners loved sitting down with their first cup of coffee in the kitchen. Often this was in the breakfast nook; a small space 

What Not to Say When Someone Asks Why You’re Selling

What Not to Say When Someone Asks Why You’re Selling

The minute you list your home, everyone will want to know why. You will hear from your neighbors, family members, and friends. Of course, there is no harm in speaking freely with family and friends but be careful what you tell your neighbors and especially 

Is This a “Normal” Real Estate Market Yet?

Is This a “Normal” Real Estate Market Yet?

The events of the last few years disrupted almost every facet of our lives and the real estate market was no exception. Buyers and sellers across the country have experienced a market more volatile and unpredictable and are wondering if we will ever return to 

Advantages of a Multi-Generational Home

Advantages of a Multi-Generational Home

The concept of multi-generational living has been gaining popularity in recent years as more and more Americans are choosing to share their homes with family members of different ages.  For one, financial considerations play a significant role in the rise of multi-generational living. Younger people