Interior Decor Small Space, Big Escape Small Space, Big Escape: How to Create a Digital Reading Nook in Your Home In today’s world of compact living and digital convenience, you don’t need a sprawling home library to enjoy the magic of books. Whether you’re living in a chic downtown condo or a cozy suburban bungalow, there’s always room for a reading […]
Flipper Fails Tacky Trends Flipper Fails: Faux Beams, Real Regret When Tacky Trends Undermine Timeless Homes Flipper Fails is a blog series that exposes the shortcuts and surface-level fixes often found in flipped homes—and how to spot them before you buy. Because what looks good on the surface doesn’t always hold up under inspection. In the rush to slap […]
Flipper Fails Swapping Solid History Flipper Fails: Swapping Solid History for Hollow Doors Why Cutting Costs on Character Doesn’t Pay Flipper Fails is a blog series that exposes the shortcuts and surface-level fixes often found in flipped homes—and how to spot them before you buy. Because what looks good on the surface doesn’t always hold up under inspection. Historic homes […]
Flipper Fails Pretty Tile but Poor Drainage Flipper Fails: Pretty Tile, Poor Drainage Flipper Fails is a blog series that exposes the shortcuts and surface-level fixes often found in flipped homes—and how to spot them before you buy. Because what looks good on the surface doesn’t always hold up under inspection. A beautifully tiled shower can make a bathroom feel like a […]
Flipper Fails It’s Just…Open Flipper Fails: The ‘Open Concept’ That’s Just… Open Flipper Fails is a blog series that exposes the shortcuts and surface-level fixes often found in flipped homes—and how to spot them before you buy. Because what looks good on the surface doesn’t always hold up under inspection. Open concept homes are in high demand—for good reason. […]
Flipper Fails A Hidden Disaster Flipper Fails: The Risks of Superficial Renovations Flipper Fails is a blog series that exposes the shortcuts and surface-level fixes often found in flipped homes—and how to spot them before you buy. Because what looks good on the surface doesn’t always hold up under inspection. A Real-Life Example: The Hidden Plumbing Disaster Take the case […]
Flipper Fails Window Dressing Flipper Fails: Window Dressing—Literally Flipper Fails is a blog series that exposes the shortcuts and surface-level fixes often found in flipped homes—and how to spot them before you buy. Because what looks good on the surface doesn’t always hold up under inspection. When flipping homes, some investors cut corners in ways that may not be […]
Flipper Fails To Open or Not To Open? Investor Renovations: The Impact on Home Functionality Flipper Fails is a blog series that exposes the shortcuts and surface-level fixes often found in flipped homes—and how to spot them before you buy. Because what looks good on the surface doesn’t always hold up under inspection. In today’s real estate market, investors are snapping up homes […]
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Flipper Fails Don’t Paint The Brick! Stop Painting the Brick: A Plea to Flippers and Investors Flipper Fails is a blog series that exposes the shortcuts and surface-level fixes often found in flipped homes—and how to spot them before you buy. Because what looks good on the surface doesn’t always hold up under inspection. As an experienced renovator who has worked […]
Flipper Fails Selling to a “Flipper” Why Listing Your Home on the Open Market (MLS) is the Best Choice Flipper Fails is a blog series that exposes the shortcuts and surface-level fixes often found in flipped homes—and how to spot them before you buy. Because what looks good on the surface doesn’t always hold up under inspection. If you’re thinking about […]
Energetic Shifts in Real Estate Going Downstream Going Downstream: Gratitude as the Current of Alignment Rabbi Harold Kushner once said: “If you concentrate on finding whatever is good in every situation, you will discover that your life will suddenly be filled with gratitude. A feeling that nurtures the soul.” This is the essence of what Abraham Hicks calls going downstream—choosing thoughts that feel […]
Energetic Shifts in Real Estate What’s Your Energy Asking For? The Quiet Reset: Reclaiming Time, Space, and Sanity Lately, I’ve been thinking about how much noise we live with—how many pings, dings, banners, and buzzes fill our days. My phone and computer constantly notify me of emails, texts, appointments, reminders, and updates. Even the TV—once a source of relaxation—now feels like a maze of too […]
Energetic Shifts in Real Estate Align Your Space with Your Spirit Your Home Is Your Energy Field Maryam Hasnaa said: “Your home is an extension of your energy field. This is why practices like cleaning your home, rearranging furniture, organizing your closet, and getting rid of objects that are cluttering your space can have a profound impact on your mind, body, and spirit.” I couldn’t agree […]
Energetic Shifts in Real Estate Destination Addiction Destination Addiction and the Illusion of the “Better” Home Robert Holden, PhD, said it best: “Beware of destination addiction, a preoccupation with the idea that happiness is in the next place, the next job, and with the next partner. Until you give up the idea that happiness is somewhere else, it will never be where […]
Energetic Shifts in Real Estate Your Neighborhood Is Your Mirror Choose Your Circle, Choose Your Home There’s a saying that’s been echoing in my mind lately: “If you surround yourself with five ambitious people, you’ll be the sixth. If you surround yourself with five kind-hearted people, you’ll be the sixth. If you surround yourself with five creative thinkers, you’ll be the sixth. If you surround […]
Energetic Shifts in Real Estate I Made a Shift The Shift from “I Wish” to “I Will”: A Homeowner’s Mindset Charles Dickens once wrote: “The most important thing in life is to stop saying ‘I wish’ and start saying ‘I will.’ Consider nothing impossible, then treat possibilities as probabilities.” It’s a powerful reminder that the life we want—and the home we dream of—doesn’t begin […]
Energetic Shifts in Real Estate The House Was Perfect The House Was Perfect—So Why Did We Leave? There’s an old saying: “Never regret anything that has happened in your life. It cannot be changed, undone, or forgotten, so take it as a lesson learned and move on.” Sounds simple. But when it comes to real estate, especially the homes we live in and love—those […]
Senior Relocation Protecting Our Seniors Protecting Our Seniors: Advice from an SRES® on Avoiding Scams As a Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES®), I’ve had the privilege of working closely with older adults and their families during some of life’s most important transitions. Unfortunately, I’ve also seen how vulnerable this population can be to financial scams—especially in real estate and investment […]
Interior Decor Pull Up A Chair Pull Up a Chair: Let’s Design a Life That Feels Like Home I believe our homes should reflect the rhythm of our lives—not the other way around. They should breathe with us, grow with us, and hold space for the moments that matter most. Whether it’s laughter echoing through a cozy lounge or quiet mornings […]
Senior Relocation Move It! Move It! “Summer Moving Tips for Seniors (and Anyone Who Wants Less Stress)” Moving is always a big job—but summer’s heat and activity level can add extra stress, especially for seniors. Whether you’re downsizing or relocating closer to family, a few smart strategies can make the process easier and safer. Here are tips to keep your summer […]