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Can You Finish This Organization Challenge?

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13933361241_9dae2ba265_zYesterday, I went to the dollar store and picked up some cheap plastic trays and organizers. I’ve gotten so sick of my bathroom sink; it’s just been cluttered with makeup, hair supplies, lotion, q-tips, and other random beauty supplies. So, I decided to fix it. I organized it into different makeup products: lipsticks, eye shadows, makeup brushes, and I organized all my lotions and body sprays. Now it looks amazing! Not to mention, it’s way easier to find things I need. And it only cost me about $5, and 30 minutes of my day.

Ultimately, the key to having a completely organized house is taking it day by day. Tackle one messy area at a time, and try not to get overwhelmed. Just transforming one area from chaos into order is enough to significantly make a difference. Are you ready to get your home under control? Try out this daily organizing challenge by Holiday Sparkle! Each day, you simply organize one small space in your home. Here’s the first five days:

Day 1- The Medicine Cabinet

Day 2- The Coat Closet

Day 3- Under the Beds

Day 4- The Laundry Room

Day 5- Your Handbag!

Photo Credit: Carrie A.

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Friday Fun Video: Awesome Moving Tips

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Find out how to get boxes for free, make your own box handles, and organize your move!

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For Realtors: New Ways To Generate Leads

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6467544691_a978b7b589_zReal estate agents’ entire careers depend upon their ability to network and make connections with other people. Since their income is 100% commission based, they have to constantly be on the lookout for new leads… which translates to new clients. The trouble is, it can be hard to think of new ways to reach new people. That’s where this post by Tyler Zey at Easy Agent Pro comes in handy! Here’s some of his ideas for Realtors to generate leads:

-Volunteer at local events, set up booths at festivals

-Advertise on Google, Bing, Facebook, or in local papers

-Start a Meetup.com group

-Create a real estate blog and post daily

-Hand out business cards wherever you go

Those are just SOME of them! The actual post has over 100 ideas; check it out here!

Photo Credit: Festival Cultura Digital

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Wordless Wednesday: Gorgeous 19th Century Carriage House

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Photo from Bed and Breakfast

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How To Add Instant Value To Your Home

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3937194053_fb7b547d67_zHomes are one of the few purchases that usually appreciate (gain) in value after you buy it. However, it’s usually not a super dramatic change, and home value tends to keep up with inflation and the local market. If you’re looking for a way to significantly increase the value of your home, you’re going to have to undertake some pretty significant home improvement projects. Check out this post by Diana Mackie at Hometalk for projects that will give you the most bang for your buck:

-A bathroom remodel that includes a nice, large master bath or shower will impress buyers

-A finished basement can add to your square footage and is a huge draw as well

-Everyone loves built in bookcases, cabinets, and shelves!

-Kitchen and bathroom remodels are the best to do, but bathrooms usually cost a fraction of what kitchen remodels do.

Photo Credit: Solveig Osk

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Out Of The Box Ideas To Stage Your Home

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5081976669_b90c495ae6_zYou have to spend money to make money, but that idea only works if you’re smart with your spending. For instance, when selling a home, be prepared to pay for some upgrades, repairs, and other selling costs. Staging your home means cleaning up, and making your home look inviting and like new. If you’re wondering how to get your home show-ready, check out this hilarious post by Laurel Bern at Laurel Homes for some honest advice:

-Get a Realtor, and LISTEN to their advice

-Understand that the first rule of staging is: it’s not your home anymore.

-Clean, clean, clear out, and keep cleaning

-Put a fresh coat of paint on everything

-Make sure your basement is radon and mold free

-Do any necessary repairs

-Get new carpet, install hardwood floors, or professionally clean the carpet you have.

Photo Credit: Boffo Properties

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Friday Fun Video: Appliance Tips For Your New Home

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How big should your refrigerator be? Should you buy a carpet cleaner? Check out these appliance tips if you’re buying new things for your home!

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Why Your Home Isn’t Selling

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3160091497_96194b7337_zEven though most homes now are sold very quickly, some only staying on the market for mere hours, there are still some that just sit and grow stagnant for months. Is this you? Have you been trying to sell your home for a while now, but you’ve just received no interest? Or, maybe you’re going to sell your home soon, but want to make sure yours is sold quickly. Whatever reason, this list by Karen Fiddler at the Active Rain blog is very helpful. Here’s why a home won’t sell:

-Bad condition, needs many costly repairs or professional cleaning

-Bad photos or no photos online

-Poor exposure, inflexible sellers

-Inexperienced/incompetent real estate agent

-Overpriced

Photo Credit: Greg Habermann

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Wordless Wednesday: Oceanside Architecture

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The Best Apps For Real Estate Agents

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5540953795_617de9187f_zFor a Realtor, your phone is your lifeline. The number one responsibility of an agent is to remain in constant contact with your clients, and keep them updated on any updates to their home purchase. It’s essential for instant communication, like calling, texting, and emailing. However, smart phones are also a blessing to the modern agent. There are tons of helpful apps out there for Realtors as well; check out this post by Jaime Westman at the House Hunt Network Blog for the best ones:

Slydial- lets you leave a voicemail without calling the person

Open Home Pro- The ultimate open house app. It allows you to collect guests’ contact information from open houses, share photos, and see other listings.

Social media apps like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram- for marketing and reaching out to your followers.

Photo Credit: PhotoAtelier

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