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  • Five tips to make your home feel bigger

    Jane Kepley, Special to the Village News|Updated Sep 6, 2023

    If your space feels a little cramped, it doesn’t necessarily mean you need more square footage. There are minor design and decor choices that can make rooms look and feel larger – and you don’t have to spend much to achieve this illusion. Are you planning to revamp your place or get your house ready to sell? Here are five ways you can make any room in your home feel more spacious. Use lighting wisely. Adding light is one of the easiest ways to make a room feel bigger. If th... Full story

  • Four reasons to hire a contractor

    Jane Kepley, Special to the Village News|Updated Nov 10, 2022

    Remodeling your home can be a big (and stressful) undertaking. Fortunately, hiring a contractor who's well-versed in the process can help alleviate some of that stress. If you bring in a contractor, be diligent in your hiring. Get referrals, compare quotes and interview several candidates to make sure you get the best fit for the job. Are you unsure how a contractor can help with your project? Here are four ways: ● They can handle all the permits. Many remodeling projects ... Full story

  • 4 common renovation mistakes to avoid

    Jane Kepley, Special to the Village News|Updated Sep 16, 2021

    When the market is competitive, many homeowners opt to renovate their properties rather than sell or buy. This can be a smart move for many reasons, but as you know, home projects can often end up being expensive and time-consuming. Don't want to make a costly mistake or even regret a renovation altogether? Take a look at these four common missteps – and find out how to avoid them. Mistake #1: Choosing the wrong project Ultimately, you want your upgrades to increase your h...

  • Why working with an agent is so important

    Jane Kepley, Special to Village News|Updated Jul 21, 2021

    HGTV and home renovation shows may be entertaining, but they're not always accurate. In particular, most of them skip over the important ways real estate agents can help homeowners. In the real world, agents play a huge role in home purchases, sales and even flips. Are you planning to make a real estate move this year? Here are just a few of the ways an agent can help make the experience a success. Experience and local knowledge Agents know how to draw up your contracts,... Full story

  • 5 easy ways to improve your bathroom

    Jane Kepley, Special to the Village News|Updated Jul 10, 2021

    Remodeling your bathroom can be a great investment. It immediately makes your home more usable and enjoyable, and in the long term, an upgrade could increase your home's value by thousands of dollars. And a remodel doesn't have to be a time-consuming or costly event. There are quite a few small, low-cost projects that can offer a big impact. Thinking about updating a bathroom? Here are a few projects you might want to consider. Improve the lighting Sometimes changing out a... Full story

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    Tips for finding the right neighborhood

    Jane Kepley|Updated Oct 22, 2020

    As you search for the perfect home, something to consider besides bedrooms, bathrooms and square footage is the community. This will be where you socialize, exercise, where your children grow up and attend school. Roots will be established where you call home. Know what is important to you. If it's having the ability to take walks, are there plenty of trails to explore? What is the distance to work? The desk in the next room or a drive into the city? How do you feel about a Ho...