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Posted on 03/21/2021

A Beginners Guide to Building Fairy Gardens

Image by normwear from Pixabay Fairy gardens are miniature gardens either planted in containers or in part of an actual garden. They typically feature small plants and decorative materials depicting a tiny scene or living space for “fairies” or other small imagined creatures. Some are purely decorative, while others are interactive and meant to be played with. Setting...

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Posted on 03/14/2021

DIY: Air Conditioning Unit Cover

Image by Deedster from Pixabay Lattice on a fence around your garden or as paneling alongside your porch or carport lends an ambiance that utilitarian wood structures can’t quite render: a romantic, charming frame to showcase outdoor features. Consider using your spare pieces of lattice to hide a large, whirring metal air conditioning unit. Get creative with shapes...

Posted on 03/07/2021

Requesting a Zoning Variance

Image by Michi S from Pixabay Every property has an assigned zone that controls how you can use it. In residential zones, for example, you often have to abide by restrictions regarding business activity and animal husbandry. Commercial and industrial zoning also comes with many restrictions for its use, limiting the types of businesses that can be operated...

Posted on 02/28/2021

How Big Business Can Impact Neighborhoods

Image by F. Muhammad from Pixabay Several years ago in an upscale comedy club located in a relatively downscale Los Angeles neighborhood, the owner gave an impassioned speech about how gentrification was affecting the Hispanic culture that once thrived there. The overlying, tear-filled message was that nothing could be done to preserve the integrity of her home and...

Posted on 02/21/2021

Use Common Sense During the Home Selling Journey

Common sense is powerful, particularly for those who plan to sell a house in the near future. If you use common sense as you consider myriad home selling decisions, you may be better equipped than ever before to make the best-possible choices. Now, let's look at three tips to help you take a common sense-oriented approach to selling your...

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Posted on 02/14/2021

Create a DIY Storage Bench

Photo by Thijs van der Weide from Pexels You may be surprised to learn just how much a little DIY storage bench in your entryway can save you in time and money. Storage benches offer children a place to sit while they remove snowy or muddy shoes. That's less time spent mopping your kitchen or steam-cleaning the carpets....

Posted on 02/07/2021

Selling Agent: Cost Breakdown and Benefits

Photo by Arka38 via Shutterstock At first glance, you may wonder what the point is of paying a real estate agent for work you may just as easily do yourself. The curse of the Internet is that many consumers have just enough knowledge to be dangerous. That means that while you could sell your home directly, you may...

Posted on 01/31/2021

Outdoor Cooking: Creating a Stunning Outdoor Kitchen

Photo by Allison Gillett via Pixabay You can create a stunning outdoor kitchen using basic components and pulling things together over time. Entertaining outdoors has become so popular that supplies and materials for cooking are easy to come by in a variety of price points. Follow the steps below to make the most of the process. Foolproof Steps...

Posted on 01/24/2021

Easy DIY Countertop Updates

Photo by Zachary Nelson on Unsplash When a style is hot, it's hot. You'll start seeing a particular medium, color or pattern everywhere. But once that hype fizzles, you're often faced with a countertop that seems dated and even loud. Unfortunately, replacing a counter isn't as affordable as getting a new hairstyle. You're stuck with it for a...

Posted on 02/06/2021

Video Tour - 9310 Chiasso Cove CT, Naples, FL 34114

Enjoy living in over 3,500 square feet on a beautiful waterfront lot in the coveted village of Chiasso in Fiddler’s Creek. This two-story, 3 bedroom + den, 3 and a half bath home is located on a quiet cul de sac. Great room floorplan including a formal dining room and living room. The living and great room have sliding glass doors leading to the spacious lanai with the heated salt pool and spa, outdoor shower and pool bath. The kitchen is appointed with off white soft close cabinets, rich granite, beautiful mosaic backsplash and GE Profile appliances including a wall oven and gas cooktop. Throughout the home you will find recessed lighting,...

Posted on 02/06/2021

9310 Chiasso Cove CT, Naples, FL 34114 is now new to the market!

Enjoy living in over 3,500 square feet on a beautiful waterfront lot in the coveted village of Chiasso in Fiddler’s Creek. This two-story, 3 bedroom + den, 3 and a half bath home is located on a quiet cul de sac. Great room floorplan including a formal dining room and living room. The living and great room have sliding glass doors leading to the spacious lanai with the heated salt pool and spa, outdoor shower and pool bath. The kitchen is appointed with off white soft close cabinets, rich granite, beautiful mosaic backsplash and GE Profile appliances including a wall oven and gas cooktop. Throughout the home you will find recessed lighting,...

Posted on 02/05/2021

Another Property Sold - 3715 Montreux Ln #101, Naples, FL 34114

3 en-suite bedroom coach home with first floor (no stairs) panoramic lake and golf course views. Upgraded kitchen, paint, mechanicals and fully furnished. Fiddler's Creek has resort style living with resort style tropical pools, golf courses, tennis courts and restaurants. Along with your own community pool, all residents enjoy the Award Winning Fiddler’s Creek amenities, enhanced by a 54,000 square foot Club and Spa, fitness center and full-service spa, 3 swimming pools, 2 championship golf courses,6 tennis courts,4 pickleball courts,and a Bocce court. Views, views, views. Great rental potential. This is truly resort living at it's finest!...