What is the Color of the Year for 2019?
The color of the year depends on which paint company you ask It’s that fun time of the year when paint color nerds look forward to the paint manufacturers announcing their annual “Color of the Year.” Here’s the thing. Sherwin Williams, BEH...
The Top 10 Home Kitchen Design Trends for 2019
What do you want in a home kitchen design or renovation? You might be surprised about the trends in home kitchen design for 2019. Some are old, others are new. Whether you’re planning to stay in your home or list it in the coming year, a trophy ki...
Santa Barbara Homeowners: The Best Way to Build Accessory Dwelling Units
What You Need to Know About Accessory Dwelling Units, aka Guest Cottages or Guesthouses, in Santa Barbara I blogged about the new law regarding accessory dwelling units (ADU) last year. Since the passage of Senate Bill 1069, hundreds of Santa Barbar...
Home remodeling: should you fix up your house before selling?
Many home sellers ask if they should do the necessary home remodeling or sell as a fixer upper With more than 25 years in the industry, I get asked all the time about home remodeling. Is it better to fix up your house before selling or sell it as a ...
How to Integrate A Dog Shower into Your Home
8 expert tips for designing a dedicated dog shower for your four-legged family member Last week, I blogged about renovations popular among home buyers today: like a designated dog shower. In that blog, I promised to share these 8 expert tips on ho...
Return on Investment: Can Adding a Pizza Oven Be Worthwhile?
Understanding what's popular among home buyers today can help homeowners make educated decisions about remodeling If you’re a homeowner looking to maximize your return on investment, Zillow says to check out what today’s homebuyers are looking...
Kitchen Confidential: A Trophy Kitchen Can Sell Your Home
Did you know that a trophy kitchen can sell your home better than anything else? Nowadays you need a trophy kitchen to sell your house. Why? Because today's buyers are looking for high-end appliances, gorgeously designed cabinets, and stone countert...
Remodel or Move? 5 Things Homeowners Should Ask
I'm asked all the time by homeowner's whether they should remodel or move. Here's what experts believe are the 5 things homeowners should ask when making the important decision to stay put or move out. Is your home in your heart? You may be ...
4 Types of Flooring That Really Make Any Room
Today's flooring options have you covered While some trends come and go, when it comes to flooring, classic styles are always instant hits. How about classic with a twist? Check out these flooring ideas from Zillow: Herringbone Hardwood If...
Get Ready for Game-Changing Solar Roof Tiles from Tesla
Ready to go solar? Get a Custom quote now I just read a story in Curbed.com about game-changing solar roof tiles from Tesla. Featuring a sleek, low profile design that blends into your roof with "integrated front skirts" and "no visible mounting ha...