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  • Creating a Productive Home Office Space

    Many companies allow, and even encourage, people to work from home whether they are employees or consultants. If this is you, you know that every day can’t be a ‘work from a coffee shop’ kind of day, so you’ll need a home office that’s comfortable, convenient and professional. If you’re transitioning to a...
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  • Swoon Over Your Laundry Room

    Is it possible to make one of the hardest working rooms in your house one of your favorite spots? Few may think the laundry room is the place to be, but with these cute design ideas, hacks and tips, you’ll be making excuses to wash, dry and fold every day of the week! 1. Instead of plain, white walls, paint them in...
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  • Organizing Your Closet

    When you decide now is the time to purge your bedroom closet and reorganize it, the first step is to completely empty it and give it a good clean. Well…since you’re moving into a new house, that step is taken care of already! Your brand new closet is just beckoning you to organize and arrange it how you like. Follow...
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  • Creating the Most Welcoming Guest Room

    Once you’ve purchased your new home, let’s face it – you’re going to want to show it off! And since you live in Southern California, your out-of-state friends and family will be lining up at the airport to arrive. If your home has a bedroom not earmarked for someone in your household, what better way to welcome...
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  • How To Choose a Neighborhood to Live In

    The amenities, features, number of bedrooms and floorplan you want in your home are important. But maybe even more important is where your home is situated. After all, location location location is the age-old answer to the question, “What is the most important factor to purchasing real estate.” In fact the best way...
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  • Preparing Your Outdoor Space for Summer

    Sweet and sunny summer is nearly here! The kids will be home, vacation days are on the horizon and outdoor activities dominate. From grilling to pool parties to lounging on the patio, here are some fun things you can do to summerize your outside space: BBQ. If you sent your grill into hibernation for the winter and...
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  • Finding Serenity in Your Master Suite

    At the end of a long day there is nothing more relaxing than retiring to your beautifully and thoughtfully decorated master suite. Fluffy pillows, cozy comforters and peaceful surroundings invite calm. If your master bedroom is more like a catchall for random kids’ toys, paperwork and mismatched furniture we’re here...
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  • Finding the Perfect Roommate

    If you’re young, single and interested in owning your own home, the thought can be very daunting. Homeownership can be a difficult pursuit for couples and families…but for singles, it can be even more complex. You don’t have the benefit of two salaries to cover expenses, and your down payment might not be as high...
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  • How Much House Do You Need?

    From castles to tiny homes to everything in between lies the perfect-sized home for you and your family. But how do you know how much you need? Some people want a bedroom and a bathroom for everyone living there with lots of space to spread out, while others prefer the coziness of a smaller house adorned with less...
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  • How to Save for Your First Home

    If you’re renting an apartment or living with your parents to save for a house, time may seem to be ticking painfully slowly until you’re ready to take that first step of moving into your very own home. But there are lots of little steps along the way you can take to, hopefully, speed up the process. 1. ...
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  • Five Reasons Why We Love Open Floor Plans

    Our new homes typically feature expansive ‘great rooms’ which function as spaces for family and friends to gather without feeling the constriction of walls and closed areas. The benefits of open floor plans are many which is why we love them. Here are few of the perks to this design style: 1. Open floor plans give...
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  • Planning a Block Party

    Moving your family into a new home can be an exciting and fun time for everyone! Depending on the neighborhood you choose, you’re likely to see kids running up and down the street and parents milling about watching them. If you are one of these new families, this is the perfect time to consider hosting a block party....
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