Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill, NC HOME & LIFESTYLE GUIDE Volume 26, Issue 12
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The Perfect Neighborhood!
HokeLanding.com. 1424 Hoke Landing. New Construction with $5000 Buyers Incentive! Text P599154 to 52187 for more Information.
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P387066
JOHNSONS LANDING 3BR/2BA - 1883 SF $245,000 MLS# 2091205
P228806
THE POINTE 3BR/2.5BA - 2340 SF $194,900 MLS# 2092514
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JOHNSONS LANDING 3BR/2.5BA - 2132 SF $226,900 MLS# 2091957
MEREDITHS STATION 3BR/2BA - 1392 SF $165,000 MLS# 2089954
P617941
P601958
HOLLY GLEN 5BR/4.5BA - 3221 SF $419,000 MLS# 2085823 P552602
EDEN WOODS 3BR/2.5BA - SF 3695 $350,000 MLS# 2069293
HARVEST RIDGE 4BR/2.5BA - 2421 SF $229,000 MLS# 2076294 P294380
FUQUAY VARINA 5BR/4BA - SF 5489 $585,000 MLS# 2035191
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FUQUAY VARINA 3BR/2BA - SF 1586 $67,900 MLS# 2092986 P234122
WILLOW SPRINGS 3BR/2BA (also 2 half Baths) 3138 SF $524,900 MLS# 2083589 P242377
LILLINGTON 4BR/3.5BA - 4253 SF $249,900 MLS# 2029221 P387069
BRACKENRIDGE POINTE 4BR/3.5BA - 3900 SF $625,000 MLS# 2063345
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SHOULD YOU HIRE A HOME S TA G E R ?
By Rachel Collar
Selling your house? You may be considering whether or not to hire a home stager. Professional stagers know how to show off a home to its best advantage, but that means an additional out of pocket expense to the homeowner. Are they worth the added cost? Here’s what to consider before hiring a professional stager:
THEY ARE NOT REALTORS®.
THEY HAVE CONNECTIONS.
THEY BRING A FRESH PERSPECTIVE.
THEY REDUCE STRESS.
A home stager’s job is to market your home visually, not to act as your sales agent. Like your Realtor®, however, they are working towards the same goal: to help you get your house sold in the shortest amount of time and for the best possible price. Statistically, homes that are staged end up selling quicker, and often for a higher price tag than the competition.
Although you may think your home is beautifully decorated, an expert stager will see your property with an impartial set of eyes. In other words, they will view your home as a potential buyer would, flaws and all. Stagers aren’t there to criticize your taste, but rather to show off your home to its fullest potential.
THEY CAN FIX THE PROBLEM.
Whether you have a bathroom sorely in need of an upgrade or an awkwardly placed fireplace, a stager knows how to deflect attention away from problem areas and emphasize a home’s assets. Professional stagers typically have access to an inventory of furnishings and accessories that they’ll arrange to showcase your home’s focal points. With their flair for design, they can sometimes find ways to use homeowners’ existing pieces to a whole new advantage.
An experienced stager most likely has a pool of providers that they work with on a regular basis. There are professional stagers who will schedule house cleaners, landscapers, or repairmen as a part of their service, and they will make sure the work is done on time. As an added plus, some stagers may pass their industry discounts for these services onto you.
Getting a home ready to sell is filled with lots of chores and small details. Home stagers take on some of that burden. Besides scheduling housecleaners and other necessary services, there are stagers who will also handle small details like displaying fresh flowers or making your home smell more inviting by baking cookies prior to an open house.
THEY KNOW THE LATEST TRENDS.
From the most popular bedroom paint colors to the hottest kitchen designs, professional stagers keep up with design trends. They also make it their business to know what’s going on in the local housing market. If your abode is the only un-staged home for sale in the area, chances are, it will be overlooked. By knowing what is currently drawing in buyers, a home staged by a professional can give the seller a competitive edge.
If you decide that hiring a stager is right for you, be sure to get referrals. Check online for reviews, and ask your real estate agent to recommend a professional stager they’ve worked with in the past. Sources: Fearless Edith, Fresh Home, Nolo
HOW TO MAKE YOUR BEDROOM FEEL LIKE A FIVE-STAR HOTEL
By Rachel Collar
Nothing compares to the feeling of checking into an upscale hotel. You slide the room key in and open the door with great anticipation and high hopes to rest your weary traveler bones. What awaits you is better than you could have dreamed. A decadent combination of style and comfort folds out before your eyes, filling your senses, and inviting you to live like royalty during your stay. While you enjoy the bliss of this pampered accommodation, it is only a temporary retreat. By the end of your stay, you may find yourself wondering why your own boudoir does not hold the same intrigue and splendor. With a small investment and thoughtful details, you can bask in complete serenity every time you enter your bedroom. To begin transforming your space into a five-star destination, you must first remove all excess clutter that does not promote relaxation. Separate items into categories and disperse around the house into a new location. Next, create or purchase storage options that remove the mess from sight. If you must have your office in your bedroom, try and contain the area to one corner or wall while keeping it neat and contained. Shelves should be sparse and not crammed with objects. Consider the space you are working with. Can furniture be reconfigured in a more relaxing or simplified manner? Is there excess furniture that is really not needed in the room? The less furniture, the more open and spacious the room will feel. Make sure the scale of the furnishings are appropriate for their location. The bed should be the focal point and easy to get into. Flank the bed with night time lighting using either matching lamps on nightstands or installed sconces above the headboard. Keep draperies simple and make sure they can be pulled back. Most importantly, do not cover the windows with large pieces of furniture. Letting the sunlight in and enjoying the view are part of life’s small delights.
The wall colors you select are essential companions to your lighting. Keep tones soft and muted for a peaceful vibe that promotes clear thinking and restful nights. Consider buying a trendy metallic removable wallpaper for a fun accent wall. Your hotel bedroom is not complete without fine art, or at least some really great imitation fine art. This is simple to achieve and may involve items you already own. Black and white landscape prints can be framed and matted to create a streamlined and subdued tone of artwork. Use magazine photos of travel and cultured settings to save money. Keep frames simple and coordinating to ensure a seamless look.
If your bedroom is a gourmet cake, then your textiles are the rich frosting on top. The bedding that you choose should be nothing less than spectacular. The finest hotels often have bedding that is almost completely white or tan with textured throw pillows. Do not settle for a thread count less than 500 on your sheets and try bamboo cotton for a truly delicious feel that keeps you cool while you sleep. Hold your pillow in your hand and ask yourself if you have feelings of complete bliss or indifference towards it. I am serious. You should L-O-V-E your pillow. If you do not, ditch it and get a new one. Your five-star bed must be like a cloud that you cannot wait to sink into. Unless you are buying furniture, the bedding is where to put your money. A small and plush seating area is a great way to create boudoir bliss. A soft chair next to a window where you can snuggle into a good book; A loveseat adorned in pillows to take a moment and breathe in the morning or enjoy a glass of wine at night. The most fabulous hotels excel at creating these moments of comfort by using well designed seating areas. Remember to keep color and print muted and use texture in fabrics to create depth and luxury. The addition of this opulent element will turn your bedroom into a destination that you can enjoy all day long and not just at bedtime.
Indulgence is often experienced when all five senses are employed. The eye takes in the simple elegance of the neutral palette and soft colors, while touch is fulfilled with those high thread count sheets and luxurious throw pillows. Take time to add the ambiance of music to please the ears. Light a scented candle or use an essential oil diffuser to fill the room with the aroma of relaxation. As for taste, clearly this decadently decorated retreat is oozing with great taste, but go ahead and order some strawberries and champagne to seal the deal. Sure, you may have to double as room service, but you will never have to pack up and leave this five-star accommodation. Sources: www.pinterest.com , www.fivestaralliance.com , www.freshhome.com
NATURAL CLEANING SOLUTIONS FOR A SPOTLESS LIVING SPACE
By Danielle Harling
While many people are quick to make a fuss over which accent piece will make their living room pop or which paint color might brighten their kitchen, it’s easy to overlook something as simple as cleaning products. The fact of the matter is, a number of go-to cleaning products can be doing more bad than good. If you think your only option is to purchase overpriced, natural cleaning products, think again. Some of the most effective cleaning products can be made at home using only a handful of ingredients.
Tile Cleaner: The quickest way to sabotage a great-looking bathroom is to let mold run rampant. Its pesky presence can take a space from fab to drab in record time. Never underestimate the power of common, household goods when it comes to defeating mold. Baking soda and warm water alone can take care of your bathroom tile. If you need a little extra cleaning power, mix hydrogen peroxide with water to blast away mold. Just wait 45 minutes or so after spraying before you begin wiping down the mixture from your tiles. All-Natural Kitchen Cleaner: Our kitchen countertops are one of the most used spaces in our homes, so an all-natural cleaner is a wise choice for keeping your countertops spick and span. Vinegar is again the star of the show with this natural cleaning solution. This all-natural kitchen cleaner is made using a combination of distilled white vinegar, water, tea tree oil, and grapefruit essential oil. Thanks to the combination of tea tree and grapefruit essential oil, this cleaner is as pleasantly aromatic as it is effective.
Wooden Furniture Polish: Dull, wooden furniture can be a major downer, and store-bought polishes don’t always cut it. To bring life back to your wooden furniture, try whipping up a simple solution of lemon juice, flaxseed oil, and distilled white vinegar. Antiseptic Aromatherapy Room Spray: A great smelling home is the ultimate pick-meup. Not only does this room spray give your room a heavenly smell thanks to the addition of the natural oil(s) of your choosing, it also pulls double-duty by helping to fight icky germs. To create this room spray, simply combine distilled water with vodka and germ-fighting oil(s) of your choice (think cinnamon, eucalyptus, and rosemary). Homemade Toilet Bowl Cleaner: Since the toilet is easily the ickiest place in your home to clean, one would think they’d need a barrage of chemical-heavy, cleaning supplies to tackle this chore. Not at all. In fact, a number of ingredients in toilet cleaners, like hydrochloric acid, can be quite toxic. Thankfully, this allnatural solution ditches the toxicity and calls for natural ingredients in its place. To create your own toilet bowl cleaner, combine white vinegar, lemon juice, and tea tree oil. Sources: Wellness Mama, The Kitchn, Healthy Blender Recipes, Well Gal, DIY Natural
Pittsboro 919/545-2333 Siler City 919/663-0073 Apex 919/387-9494 $1,500,000
55 ACRES
447 BEAVER CREEK ROAD, APEX 1800 SqFt, 1 BDR/1.5 BA, 55+ Acres Great Investment Opportunity Near Jordan Lake, Original Wilson House Built in 1850. Outbuildings & Pond. TEXT P154901 TO 85377 - MLS#2053108
$670,000
232 GOATHOUSE ROAD, PITTSBORO 3700 SqFt, 4 BDR/2.5 BA, 28.160 Acres Open Plan, Cooks Kitchen, Separate Guest House, So Much More TEXT P213369 TO 85377 - MLS#20605960047
$385,000
ADDISON FARM
105 JAMES ROAD, PITTSBORO 2938 SqFt, 4 BDR/2.5 BA, 3.55 Acres Uderway! Master Down, Open Floor Plan, Screen Porch, Study, Bonus Room TEXT P848199 TO 85377 - MLS#2079352
$279,000
BOBCAT POINT
337 POPLAR FOREST LANE, PITTSBORO 2002 SqFt, 3 BDR/2.5 BA, 0.930 Acres Privacy, Screen Porch, Hardwoods, Large Kitchen TEXT P234094 TO 85377 - MLS#2072670
$1,450,000
CHAPEL RIDGE
1955 RIVER ROAD, PITTSBORO 5,700 SqFt, 4 BDR/5 BA, 39 Acres Additional 4200 SqFt of Patios/Office/Garage/Storage Space, 1200 ft on the Haw River TEXT P729404 TO 85377 - MLS#2062582
$549,000
DOWNTOWN
76 WEST STREET, PITTSBORO 3643 SqFt, 5 BDR/5.5 BA, 0.350 Acres, Historic Rosemary House B&B circa 1912 in Downtown, Owners Apartment, All Appliances & Furnishings Convey TEXT P838025 TO 85377 - MLS#2077515
$850,000
COKER HILLS
54 HIGH RIDGE LANE, PITTSBORO 6114 SqFt, 6 BDR/4 BA, 0.480 Acres Every Feature You Can Imagine, Theater Room, Fitness Room, Golf Views! TEXT R85421 TO 52187 - MLS#2089886
$524,999
CHAPEL RIDGE
298 CHAPEL RIDGE DRIVE, PITTSBORO 4000 SqFt, 5 BDR/4.5 BA, .589 Acre Custom Home on Fred Couples Signature Golf Course, Located on Hole #6 Green TEXT P837635 TO 85377 - MLS#2077773
$415,000
$349,900
BOBCAT POINT 937 POPLAR FOREST LANE, PITTSBORO 2700 SqFt, 3 BDR/3 BA, 4.88 Acres Hardwoods, Granite, Finished 3rd Floor w/Bath. Heated & Cooled Detached Workshop/Garage TEXT P196371 TO 85377 - MLS#2084917
CASTLEROCK ACRES TURKEY RUN
87 HENDERSON TANYARD RD, PITTSBORO 2938 SqFt, 4 BDR/2.5 BA, 7.460 Acres Craftsman Home, Open Plan, Study, Bonus Room, & Screen Porch TEXT P561096 TO 85377 - MLS#2087240
$400,000
SHAMBLEY MEADOWS
91 MEADOWLARK CIRLCE, PITTSBORO 3,004 SqFt, 4 BDR/3.5 BA, 2.28 Acres Custom Home, Easy Main Level Living, Bonus Room & More! TEXT P702070 TO 85377 - MLS#2053422
$268,000
245 CENTER GROVE CHURCH ROAD, MONCURE Home/Business on One Property, Restored 1920’s Home & Store Garage/Workshop, Landscaped, Stage, Parking, Wine Cellar TEXT P744458 TO 85377 - MLS#2064680
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NEW LUXURIOUS BASEMENT HOME on 1.1 acres! 4 BDR/4 BA w/Bonus & 3 Car Garage has 3585sf & 2322sf unf Basement. Open Floorplan; 3 Season Room, Deck & Patio, Wooded Lot! Clayton ~ $650,000. Tour this home at www.tourfactory.com/1506005
PICTURE PERFECT! 5 BDR/4.5 BA Dream Home w/4537 on 1.36 wooded acres! Formal Dining, Amazing Kitchen w/Island; Family Room; Study, Keeping Room; Private Backyard. Clayton ~ $589,900. Tour this home at www.tourfactory.com/1319927
NEWLY CONSTRUCTED In EQUESTRIAN COMMUNITY! 4 BDR/3.5 BA w/3325sf in Portofino! Formal Dining; Family Room w/coffered ceiling; Chef’s Kitchen; Master on Main; 3rd Flr W/U Attic; Screen Porch. Clayton ~ $515,000. Tour this home at www.tourfactory.com/1635178
NEW CONSTRUCTION in PRESTIGIOUS PORTOFINO! 4 BDR/3 BA w/ Bonus has 3352sf on .63 acres. Formal Dining; Open Floorplan; Upscale Kitchen w/Island; 4th BDR down; Screen Porch! Clayton ~ $500,000. Tour this home at www.tourfactory.com/1639625
MODERN FARMHOUSE LIVING! 3 BDR/3.5 BA w/3075sf has Open Floorplan; Pine Floors; Formal Dining; Upscale Kitchen; Master Down, 2 big BDRs & Bonus up. Screen Porch & Deck! Clayton ~ $464,900. Tour this home at www.tourfactory.com/1523959
SOUTHERN GRANDEUR! 4 BDR/3.5 BA, 4015sf home w/gigantic Front Porch & Deck on the Golf Course! Formals; Chef’s Kitchen; Master on Main; Huge Bonus has bar & Deck! Clayton ~ $450,000 Tour this home at www.tourfactory.com/1554208
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SWEETGRASS! LUXURY 55+ GATED COMMUNITY! 19 Luxurious Cottages built by Kirkwood Builders, Clayton’s Luxury Home Builder. 3 BDR/3 BA WATERFRONT w/open floorplan & SunRoom! Clayton ~ $408,770. Tour this home at www.tourfactory.com/1502890
STUNNING! Custom Built, 4 BDR/2.5 BA w/Bonus on 2.39 acres! Open Flooplan; Formal Dining; Upscale Kitchen; Family w/Built-ins; Master & 4th BDR down; Screen Porch. Clayton ~ $400,000. Tour this home at www.tourfactory.com/1527876
SWEETGRASS! CLAYTON’S EXCLUSIVE 55+ GATED COMMUNITY! 19 Luxurious Cottages built by Kirkwood Builders, Clayton’s Luxury Home Builder. 3 BDR/2.5 BA Ranch Plan w/Loft. Clayton ~ $397,460. Tour this home at www.tourfactory.com/1444065
SWEETGRASS! LUXURY 55+ GATED COMMUNITY! 19 Luxurious Cottages built by Kirkwood Builders, Clayton’s Luxury Home Builder. 2 BDR/2 BA Ranch w/Den has Open Floorplan & 1935sf. Clayton ~ $372,000. Tour this home at www.tourfactory.com/1633733
MUCH DESIRED RANCH on near acre wooded lot. 3 BDR/3.5 BA w/2617 sf has Bonus & Bath Up. Granite tops, Study, Hardwoods, Built ins. Attached & detached 2 car garage. Zebulon ~ $350,000. Tour this home at www.tourfactory.com/1640045
ALL BRICK RANCH in 55+ Community! 3 BDR/2 BA has 2001sf. Lawn maintenance included! Upgrades galore; Gorgeous stone fireplace; Upscale Kitchen; Shutters; Patio w/hot tub. Garner ~ $329,900. Tour this home at www.tourfactory.com/1621651
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“THE BARNS” OWN A PIECE OF HISTORY & ACREAGE! 4 tobacco barns converted into 4 apartments on 10 acres on the Neuse River PKW in East Clayton. Great Rental History! Clayton ~ $325,000. Tour these homes at www.tourfactory.com/1259199
SPECTACULAR FLOORPLAN in Peachtree! 4 BDR/3.5 BA dream home w/3290sf! Formal Dining; Study; Huge Family Room; Amazing Kitchen; Master down; Step-up Bonus; Great Deck! Clayton ~ $307,500. Tour this home at www.tourfactory.com/1653831
IRRESISTIBLE RANCH! 3 BDR/2 BA Ranch on Main w/big Bonus & 2 more BDRs up! 2916sf home has Formal Dining; Bright Kitchen; Master has his/her closets; Gigantic deck! Clayton ~ $300,000. Tour this home at www.tourfactory.com/1629323
VACATION AT HOME! 4 BDR/2.5 BA w/BACKYARD OASIS! Enjoy an in ground, S/W pool! 2335sf home has Formal Dining; 2 Story Family w/ double sided Fireplace; Master on Main! Clayton ~ $300,000. Tour this home at www.tourfactory.com/1633731
SPACE IN ALL THE RIGHT PLACES! 4 BDR/2.5 BA w/Bonus has 3027sf. Formal Dining; Family w/New Carpet; Open Kitchen w/Granite; Master on Main. Screen Porch & fenced yard. Clayton~ $289,900. Tour this home at www.tourfactory.com/1633188
TRULY AMAZING! 4 BDR/3.5 BA w/2752sf has Open floorplan; Vaulted Family; Formal Dining; Incredible Kitchen; Master down; HUGE Bonus w/fireplace! Screen Porch & Fenced Yard! Clayton ~ $288,000. Tour this home at www.tourfactory.com/1661062
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Homes From The $300,000’s
Raleigh Address!
~ 7 Local Custom Builders ~ Multiple Homes Under Construction ~ First Floor Masters with Desirable Custom Features ~ Beautiful Wooded Lots Available for Pre-sale ~ Conveniently Located Just Off Hwy Ten-Ten
Text P232723 to 52187
3k in Buyers Incentives 1333 HOKE LANDING LANE
Gorgeous New Custom Home in Hoke Landing. One of 9 new homes under construction. Awesome open floor plan features a master bedroom and guest room on the main level. The spacious second level has 2 additional bedrooms, a rec room, & finished bonus room. Custom cabinets, granite, hardwood & ceramic tile floors, ORB fixtures, raised hearth FP. Sodded front yard, stone accents on the front exterior, screened porch overlooks spacious back yard. MLS 2045024. $384,900
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1429 HOKE LANDING LANE
Gorgeous 1 acre wooded lot that backs up to permanent natural area. Extensive trim, site finished hardwood floors & tile. Granite countertops in the kitchen & 1st floor full baths. 4 beds, Master & additional bedroom on the 1st. Other features include: tile backsplash, hardwood steps, sodded front yard, & high efficiency heat pump water heater. MLS2063734. $389,900
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6128 SPRING BRANCH CIRCLE
CUSTOM home on .61 acre wooded lot. All bedrooms on the main level. Site finished hardwoods in family room, foyer, dining,kitchen, & nook. Extensive trim details. Stacked stone fireplace with custom built-ins. Master bedroom with trey ceiling & tremendous 11’ x 10’ walk-in closet. Upstairs bonus & full bath. Screen porch w/stone fireplace. $384,900
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5k in Buyers Incentives 1424 HOKE LANDING LANE
Master + 2 additional bedrooms down. 4th bedroom, finished bonus up. Spacious family room with exposed wood beams & ledge stone surround gas log FP. Hardwood floors, hardwood stairs, tile, granite in kitchen/baths, shaker style kitchen cabinets, stamped concrete front porch. Screened porch & patio. MLS2053736. $394,900
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6113 SPRING BRANCH LANE
Open Ranch has Family Rm w/ 12’ ceilings & stone FP. Kitchen w/ island granite, tile bcksplsh & double wall ovens. Spacious MBR w/ dble trey ceiling & his/her closets. Large secondary bedrooms w/jack & jill bathroom. Tons of storage in huge walk-up. Screen porch w/ cathedral ceiling & deck. MLS 2085556 $389,900
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6122 SPRING BRANCH LANE
Beautiful stone work, .58 acre lot backs up to permanent natural area. Extensive hardwood flooring, hardwood steps, granite & tile. Gas log FP in the family with stone surround & custom built-ins. Formal dining room with coffered ceiling, wood shelves in all closets, tile backsplash & sodded front yard. $339,900
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919/773-0991 800/325-1845足足足 P387281
GREAT HORSE PROPERTY over 5 Acres! Custom built ranch w/3 car garage! 3 BR/3 BA, hardwoods, solid surface countertops, central vac, sunroom & screened porch. $435,000 (2040575)
P387223
P387300
AMAZING A Frame Home on 14 ACRES. Bring Your Horses & All of Your Other Toys & Animals. 100% Remolded 2015/2016. Looks As if it Came Out of a MAGAZINE. $325,000 (2092034)
P387224
G r e at n e w c o n s t r u c t i o n n e a r Knightdale/Raleigh. 3 BR/2.5 BA, fin bonus, granite, screened porch. HURRY! $279,900. (2071518)
R61926
WONDERFUL NEW CONSTRUCTION! 4 BR/3 BA, huge bonus, formal DR, WIC, Swim community! Granite kitchen countertops & tile backsplash. $256,100 (2092712)
P288169
Gorgeous all brick home w/tons of upgrades makes this a MUST SEE! Hardwoods, Huge gourmet kitchen w/double oven, island, granite, ss appliances & walk-in-pantry! 4BD/4BA. $379,900 (2084796)
P387266
LOCATION LOCATION!! 4 BR/2.5 BA,finished bonus in the heart of Cary! Spacious kitchen, oversized family rm w/wood burning F/P, formal DR, WIC. $349,900 (2089865)
LOCATION! LOCATION! 4 BR/3.5 BA, all formal areas, gourmet kitchen, screened porch, MBR w/his/hers closets. $339,900 (2019966)
NEWLY RENOVATED! 4 BR/4.5 BA, freshly painted interior & exterior,new carpet, lighting & refinished hardwoods, fenced yard, screened porch and 30ft rocking-chair front porch. $348,000 (2082942)
STUNNING HOME! 1.5 acre cul-de-sac lot w/private pond. 3BR/2.5BA+Bonus+office. Hardwoods thruout down. Gourmet kitchen w/ custom cabinets, granite & SS. Private master w/ amazing covered patio. $279,900. (2071068)
P387270
P387268
MUST SEE! 3 BR/2.5 BA, 1st flr MBR, huge bonus, large deck, 2 car garage, gorgeous landscaping. $264,900 (2081899)
P146222
PRIVACY GALORE! Fantastic outdoor living w/ above ground pool, huge deck, screened porch, det deck, fire pit w/view of creek on wooded cul-de-sac lot! Hardwood floors. $255,000 (2091905)
P387220
P302595
NEW CONSTRUCTION IN FANTASTIC CLEVELAND LOCATION!4 BR/2.5 BA, over 2600 SF, cul-de-sac lot, screened porch. $264,900 (2091848)
P629392
BROOK RUN! 3BR/2.5BA, 2435 SqFt, .63 Acre w/892 SF Unfin Basement. Finished Bonus! Living rm w/FP & Granite Kitchen. $254,900 (2086002)
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Southland RealtyII 5160 NC 42 West Garner, NC 27529 P387200
UNBEATABLE LOCATION! Spacious 4 BR/3 BA, open floor plan, laminate hrdwd flrs, huge family rm, island kitchen and MORE! $252,947 (2082838)
P655471
PRIVATE CUL-DE-SAC LOT! 3 BR/2 BA, open flr plan, large laundry rm, cathedral ceilings, large bonus. $239,900 (2086161)
P302428
CUSTOM BUILT RANCH! 3 BR/2 BA, 2 car garage, bonus, hrdwd flrs, cathedral ceilings, WIC, large deck. $212,900 (2089478)
P387288
BEAUTIFUL & WELL MAINTAINED! 3 BR/2 BA, hrdwd flrs, cathedral ceilings, sunroom/bonus rm, TREX decking, screened gazebo. $169,900 (2087000)
P644222
ALL BRICK RANCH! Updated electrical(2008, bathroom fixtures and lighting(2013)roof(2014)new refrigerator. 3 BR/1 BA. A MUST SEE! $134,900 (2091351)
P629394
ALL 1ST FLOOR LIVING! 3 BR/3 BA, finished bonus, WIC, screened porch, swim community and fantastic location. $250,500 (2091963)
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IMMACULATE! 3 BR/2 BA, over 2250 SF, granite, laminate hrdwds flrs, gas log F/P, spacious kitchen w/bar, sep DR, WIC and MORE! $230,000 (2093627)
P387205
CHARMING! Fantastic floor plan!Large open LR, Bright kitchen & dining room, 1st flr BR or office, OVERSIZED Master suite with sitting area & glamour bath. MUST SEE! $210,000 (2089996)
P387262
IMMACULATE! 3 BR/2 BA, open floor plan, hardwood flrs, kitchen w/walk-in pantry, sep laundry rm, 42’x27’ stamped patio. $164,000 (2084496)
R81904
1.47 ACRE LOT! Updated and waiting for new owner!3 BR/2 BA, huge living area, all appliances remain.Fenced backyard. No city taxes, septic/well. $130,000 (2094206)
P319591
FABULOUS Ranch Home w/ Finished Bonus room! Hardwood Floors Throughout Living Area. 3 Bdrms on 1st Floor. Flat Backyard, Screen Porch & Deck. Fire Pit, in Your Private Backyard. $249,890 (2089649)
P387275
FANTASTIC FLOOR PLAN! 3 BR/2.5 BA, hrdwd flrs, new paint, carpet, granite countertops, huge bonus, gorgeous landscaping. $219,500 (2083693)
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SPACIOUS & NEW! 3 BR/2.5 BA, huge family rm, spacious kit w/walk-in pantry, granite, finished bonus, 15x12 patio. $199,900 (2093135)
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11 PLUS ACRES! 4 BR/3 BA, over 2000SF! island kitchen, all appliances convey, above ground pool w/deck, 2 det. storage bldg. $159,900 (2086378)
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Great for INVESTORS that want immediate income!!! Owner occupants....1 year leases are in place so immediate occupancy is not available. $99,900 (2070117)
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T1129981 LAKE MAGNOLIA PRIVATE/GATED SPORTS LAKE COMMUNITY! LOG HOME on 2.97 AC! 2604 SF, 3BR/2.5BA, 1 Level Home w/Open Loft on 2ND Flr. Recent Updates, Hrdwd & Tile! Cathedral Family Rm w/Stone FP! Comm Sport Boat, Walking Trails, Fishing! $349,900 (230LA)
P331133 The Hatteras Plan. New Construction. ECO Home CERTIFIED, 2x6 Walls. FR w/GAS F/P. GRANITE, TILE Backsplash, SS & Lrg ISLAND. FORMAL DR w/ COFFERED Ceiling. 4 Bdrms + OFFICE. Lots of UPGRADEs thruout! 10Yr STRUCTURAL WARRANTY. $232,900.
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SPECTACULAR! Lush Landscape & Tranquil Environment. 3BD/2BA. Formal Din, Kitchen w/Break Bar, Hardwood Cabinets & SS. Family Rm w/FP, Bonus Room. Detailed Moldings, Hardwoods Main Living Areas & Hall. Master w/En Suite Bath. Scrn Porch & 2 Car Garage! $249,900 (904C)
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P828069 The SALEM Plan. ECO Home CERTIFIED, R19 Insulation. HUGE FamRm w/GAS F/P. GRANITE Countertops, TILE Backsplash,& SS APPLs. 4 Bdrms + 3 Full Baths. 10Yr STRUCTURAL WARRANTY. Great SCHOOLS & LOCATION! $234,900. (59S)
P629384 ROOSEVELT Plan. 4 BEDROOMS/4 FULL BATHS! ECO Home CERTIFIED. FRONT PORCH. Kitchen features GRANITE, TILE Backsplash & Lrg ISLAND. First Flr Bedroom/Study, 4 Spacious Bedrooms, BONUS RM. Great convenient location. $324,900. (135S)
P763702 The Wilmington. 3 Beds/4 Full Baths & 2865 SqFt. Family Rm w/FP, Formal Dining, Eat in Kitchen Granite, Center Island, SS Appliances and Pantry. First floor Guest Room. Master Suite upstairs along with 3 Full Baths. $278,400. (40PC)
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P331911 ALL BRICK EXECUTIVE HOME! 5BR, Main flr MBR & Guest Suite. Vaulted MBath w/Granite Counters, Molding Pkg, Formal Dining, Kitchen w/Granite, Brazilian Hdwd Flrs, 2 Story Family rm w/ FP & Built-ins. BONUS! Screened Porch & Patio. Fenced Yard. (309HA) $399,900
P100478 NEW CONSTRUCTION! THE WRIGHTSVILLE. Large Open Living Spaces. Spacious Family Room w/Fireplace, Casual Dining, Granite & SS Appliances. First Floor Study, 2 Main Floor Guest Rooms. Second Floor Guest Suite, Full Bath & Bonus. Large Flat Lot & 3 Car Garage. $314,958 (39SI)
R53824 Cardinal Plan. ECO Home CERTIFIED. HUGE Fam Rm w/GAS F/P. Designer KITCHEN W/GRANITE Countertops, TILE & SS. FORMAL Dining w/COFFERED Ceiling. 4 Bdrms + OFFICE. Lots of UPGRADEs! 10Yr STRUCTURAL WARRANTY. Great Schools & Location. $199,900.
P637437 LARGE 1.109 ACRE LOT! Home Features Open Concept Floor Plan, FR w/FP, Living Room & Dining. Master Suite includes His & Hers Baths, Massive Master Walk in Closet, Large Bedroom and Sitting Area. 2 Additional Guest Rooms. $109,900 (102F)
P629382 Stunning Home Offers 4 BR & Custom Features! Formal DR & Hardwoods. First Floor Master Suite w/En Suite Bath. Kitchen w/Granite & SS. Two additional BR w/Full Baths on First Floor. Bed/Bath on 2nd floor & Bonus. Spacious .95 AC Lot. $265,000 (26P)
P267693 NEW CONSTRUCTON - Jackson Plan, 4BR/3.5BA, now under construction. ECO Home CERTIFIED. HUGE Family w/GAS F/P. Kitchen w/GRANITE Countertops, TILE Backsplash. First Floor Master. Hardwoods in Main Living, Formal Dining. 2 Car Garage. Covered Rear Porch. Fiber Cement Siding. $339,842 (196BR)
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Harris Crossing A New & Exciting, Quaint Neighborhood Community. LOT 34 - “THE COLTON” 3,036 SF, MASTER DOWN, 4BD/3.5BA, BONUS ROOM, +408 SF UNFIN. $300,000! MLS# 2049246
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LOT 6 - “THE CHARLOTTE” 2540 SF, MASTER UP, 4BD/2.5 BA, $279,900! MLS# 2060131
LOT 11 - “THE GLENVILLE” 2,800 SF, MASTER DOWN, 4BD/2.5BA, BONUS ROOM AND LOFT. $289,900! MLS# 2071961
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LOT 13 - “THE TAYLOR” 2432 SF, MASTER DOWN, 3BD/2.5BA, $275,000! MLS# 2076124
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LOT 15 - “THE ANTHONY” 2029 SF, MASTER UP, 4BD/2.5BA, $259,900! MLS# 2084524
Bank Owned Homes ~ Contact ANY Realtor in this Magazine about ANY of These Properties
DURHAM MLS#2042301 $53,000
RALEIGH MLS#2092193 $166,900
KENLY MLS#2077486 $62,250
SPRING LAKE MLS#2076697 $69,900
DURHAM MLS#2084867 $79,900
FOUR OAKS MLS#2082550 $102,000
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4BD/3.5BA, 3702 SF $499,900 MLS#2076046
4BD/3BA, 3250 SF $425,000 MLS#2087226
6BD/5BA, 5050 SF $455,900 MLS#2079657
4BD/2.5BA, 2406 SF $350,000 MLS#2089253
3BD/3BA, 2342 SF $259,900 MLS#2093412
4BD/3BA, 3372 SF $345,000 MLS#2080847
BRAXTON
TURNER FARMS
BROOKSTONE
4BD/3.5, 3475 SF $339,600 MLS#2083821
3BD/3.5BA, 2922 SF $319,500 MLS#2079130
3BD/2.5BA, 2230 SF $230,000 MLS#2094929
EAGLE RIDGE
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3BD/2.5BA, 2677 SF, $300,000 MLS#2072599
LEE TRACE
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BENSON
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3 BEDROOMS/1.5 BATHS. Located in Camelot established neighborhood in Garner. All brick, carport, fenced back yard with a view of pasture from rear of home. Stove and refrigerator convey. A compressor replaced in HVAC last summer. Easy access to I 40 and close to white oak shopping and lots of great Linda Powell restaurants with no city Powell Realty taxes. $118,000. (919)772-0020 MLS# 2083311. LPowellRealtor@nc.rr.com TEXT P170914 TO 52187
EUROPEAN STYLE ELEGANCE! 4BD/4.5 BA w/4853sf of Spectacular Detail & Craftsmanship. Formal Living Rm w/ Fireplace. Kitchen w/HUGE Center Island. Luxurious Master Suite w/Sitting & Fireplace. The Third Floor Boasts a Flex Room, Full Bath & Bonus Room. Screen Porch w/Stone Fireplace. Amazing Outdoor Fireplace, Kitchen & Entertaining Area. Security & Irrigation System. 5 Fireplaces! 3 Car Garage. FLAT 1 Acre LOT. $644,000.
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CUSTOM BUILT ‘’Jim Walter’’ home has lots of space & outside buildings. Storage measures 32 foot by 56 feet! Asphalt driveway to carport. Additional parking behind the buildings. 1.15 acres recently surveyed when split from adjacent property. Fenced back yard. 225 square foot sunporch on the back. Nicely updated Rose Hammond cabinetry in the kitchen & baths. Enjoy country living Roses Realty with no HOA or covenants. (919)965-0223 Rose@rosesrealty.com Currently on well but county water available. $100,000. TEXT P301948 TO 52187 AWESOME ACREAGE! 2.06 acres & has ALL the Upgrades! 3 Bedrooms + Office + Bonus! Great Open Floorplan. Huge Family Rm w/Vaulted Ceiling & Marble Surround Fireplace. Kitchen w/Center Island, Tons of Cabinets & Tile Backsplash. Spacious Master with Trey Ceiling, & Master Bath Retreat !! Storage in Finished Mechanical Room in Garage Cheryl Rushing & 2nd flr. Oversized Garage! HomeTowne Realty NEW Hardwood Floors 919-931-1424 throughout the Main Floor!! cherl.l.rushing@gmail.com HUGE Bonus! $289,900. TEXT P1035088 TO 52187 THIS HOME IS IN DOWNTOWN MICRO, NC. This 2BR 1BA home has been freshly painted. Has a large 3 season room on the back that also serves as the laundry, utility room. Roof was replaced in 2006. Heat pump in 2007. Carport on the side. Detached storage building behind the house. The bedrooms have no closet in them but share a walk Rose Hammond in closet between the two bedrooms. Nice large bathRoses Realty room with like new fixtures. (919)965-0223 Rose@rosesrealty.com Kitchen cabinets and hardware were replaced. TEXT R73729 TO 52187
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CHARMING SOUTHERN HOME on large private lot in beautiful Glen Laurel. 3 beds/2.5 baths, bonus, dining w/ coffered ceiling, fireplace w/gas logs. Lots of unfinished space for a 3rd floor bedroom or living area. Automated lighting,audio/visual control,AC system with electronic control Julia Whittington from central control. (919)820-2491 Screened porch & deck jgwrealtor@aol.com overlooks lush backWP Whittco Properties yard and side yard. . $259,900.
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$744,900 French Provincial estate w/real stucco. Spacious solarium w/koi garden & fountain that overlooks salt water pool, cabana & surrounded by Italian travertine tile. 1.39 acres of manicured yard w/formal gardens! All bdrms have full baths! One of two staircases leads you to the bonus room, office & fourth bedroom/bath. This private suite is perfect for guests, teens or in-laws! Walk-up attic. MLS:2088947
$425,000 Custom home on .90 of an acre! 1st floor master suite & bdrm! Vaulted 2-story foyer. Family rm w/ gas fireplace and built-in bookcases. Kitchen with granite, ss appliances, tile backsplash & island. Master suite w/trey ceiling, dual sink granite vanity & huge WIC. Screened porch & deck. Large bonus room! Secondary bdrm w/desk & large WIC. MLS:2092470 Text R53869 to 52187
$429,900 Excellent schools & location! Hardwoods throughout all living spaces on 1st floor! The gourmet kitchen w/ granite counter tops. Master suite w/ trey ceiling. One of the 3 additional bdrms is expansive & secluded w/ full bath. The mudroom/laundry off the garage includes custom cabinets, granite counter tops & sink. Fenced backyard, shed, patio & screen porch. MLS:2089401 Text R41870 to 52187
$299,900 Brick accents! Nearly an acre in cul-de-sac! 1st flr master & office. New carpeting & interior/exterior paint. Open kitchen w/granite, backsplash, smooth top range & pantry. 1st flr office. 1st flr MBR has tray ceiling & sitting rm. Vaulted MBA w/garden tub & tile! Shed & irrigation. Detached garage & pool possible subject to Wake Co & HOA. No city taxes! MLS:2077539
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5
WAYS TO BRIGHTEN A DIM ROOM
by Talaia Whisenant
Although modern homes and new construction builds have rooms with at least one natural light source (yes, even closets!), some rooms are just dim and difficult to light. The room may be windowless, or in a dark wing of your home, or it may contain characteristics like wood panel walls and ceilings that make the room feel unbearably bleak. Luckily, there are techniques that can brighten a dim room and creative ways to bring more light into your space. Say goodbye to cave living!
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SEE THE LIGHT If the rooms in your home aren’t flooded in natural light, and if your budget allows, installing new windows will help you “see the light.” Work with a designer who specializes in home remodeling to find the best areas in the room to install new windows. The designer may even suggest installing a skylight, which consists of an opening in the roof or ceiling that is fitted with glass to let daylight in. Enhancing your home with new windows and skylights are not only great for the space they will also add to the resale value of your property! If windows already exist in a dim room but not enough light is entering, the light blocking source could be outdoors. Trees and bushes often block sunlight so make sure your bushes are trimmed and tree limbs are cut back. You may even decide to remove that big bulky tree blocking out all of the sunlight!
2 FURNITURE AND ACCESSORIES
Avoid dark, bulky furniture in dark rooms. Instead, opt for modern chairs and couches as well as metallic and glass table tops. Furniture and accessories with neutral tones or those with bright bold colors are perfect for dark spaces. Large mirrors are essential for reflecting and bouncing light in a room, especially when placed across from windows and glass doors. The reflected light catches and preserves most of the detailed characteristics of the original light. You can also brighten dim rooms with large paintings that are light in color, or use airy window treatments and textures.
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GLASS DOORS
Who doesn’t love glass doors in a home? They not only brighten dim rooms, but are also classic and make your home stand out. Glass doors are great both internally and externally, and are a way for rooms to share light. Change out light blocking solid doors for glass and French doors in dark bedrooms rooms, bathrooms, kitchens, hallways, and let the light pour in!
4 PAINT
Opt for neutral paint colors in dim rooms by sticking with whites, beiges, tans, and light grays. These colors will brighten the room and make the space appear larger than it is. Paint your ceiling white which will reflect any natural and artificial light; you can also lighten dark floors with paint or refinish dark wood for lighter hues. If you’re not ready for drastic changes to your wood floors, covering them with light colored rugs will brighten a dim room.
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ARTIFICIAL LIGHT Often times, the intensity of the light bulbs in a room may not be strong enough, so simply changing them out can do wonders. Swap out low wattage bulbs for high wattage light bulbs. Try using LED bulbs, which will drastically improve the light in your space. Lighting accessories like table and floor lamps with light colored shades also help and add a bit of style to the decor of a dark room. Another option is to install light fixtures like sconces and recessed lighting for a soft and polished look in the room.
NOW LET THERE BE LIGHT!
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STEPS TO FINDING THE PERFECT NEIGHBORHOOD
By Jacklyn Renz
You’ve made the decision to move from one home to another. Exciting, isn’t it? While you peruse the internet and drive around taking in the sights of several new-home hopefuls, have you considered the immediate location of your potential places? If our house is the ultimate picture of homestead happiness that we hope to see ourselves in, then the neighborhood is the frame in which that picture is encased. We have gathered a few points of perfection for your new neighborhood.
PINPOINT YOUR WANTS
Before setting foot in a home, sit down with your family to list out what you want in your new neighborhood. You should of course consider the price point of the house, but don’t stop there. Think on the small things that make your life pleasurable such as sidewalks or access to a pool. What kind of space do you want between you and your neighbors? Do you want to live in a Neighborhood Watch Protected Area? Are you looking for a single-family home or something different? This list of neighborhood wants will serve as a great jumping off point.
VALUING THE VIEW
As you make your way through each neighborhood, take in the view and we don’t just mean the scenery. Look at the other houses surrounding your potential home. Do your neighbors keep the yards well manicured? What about the upkeep of the homes themselves, such as paint jobs and gutters? Observe the signage, too. Are there several rental signs? If so, your neighbors may fluctuate on a more than desirable basis. What about foreclosures? Considering these points will give you an idea of how well your home will hold its value.
PONDERING POTENTIAL EXPENSES
Besides the price tag of the mortgage, the neighborhood that you choose can also affect your monthly expenses. For starters, property taxes differ depending on what county and state you reside in. At times, development within an area can also raise property taxes. Further still, some neighborhoods have monthly or annual HOA fees. A Homeowner’s Association can regulate the upkeep of your home and mandate certain updates that could potentially cost you money.
SIGHTS, SOUNDS, AND SMELLS
We’ve covered several points on the sights already, but let’s hammer that one home. Take a look at your potential immediate neighbors’ houses. Make note if they have anything, such as a tarp covered car or a broken down fence that may be less than desirable to look at each day. When cruising through at various hours, try to notice whether or not the neighbors are loud. What about the buzz of a busy road? Finally, take a whiff of the air. It may sound strange, but you never know if there may be a sewer backup or a stagnant body of water nearby.
BASIC COVERAGE
When deciding where to live, remember that much of our time is spent outside of the home. Consider your commute time to your 40-hour a week home away from home. If you have children, choose a house close to their school, especially if they are involved in after-school activities that will take you there more than five times a week. Close proximity to your most frequented locations will give you more time to enjoy your new house and less time in your car.
When you are assessing your neighborhood, research goes a long way. Look up the crime rates in the various possible home locations. Review your family’s collective personality. When it comes to your lifestyle, think about local points of interest that you want to be close to. For example, an avid outdoors explorer will want to have rural terrain nearby. A family who eats out more than they eat in will want plenty of eateries to choose from. If you consider the type of person you are now, then your home’s location will cater to it.
CRUISE AND OBSERVE
FUTURE FOCUSED
COMMUTE AND CONVENIENCE
All neighborhoods seem to take on a culture of their own. Try to get an idea for the feel of the neighborhood before you sign on the dotted line. Cruise through at all hours of the day and after dark. Once the sun dips down, are there people still out? Are there families around? Do you see several cars parked on the road or are they garage kept? These are just a few of the clues that give us an idea of what sort of neighborhood we are buying into.
Our final point focuses on any future changes coming down the pike. Are you planning on having children or are your children going to graduate upwards to a new school while at this house and, if so, all the schools they will attend should be nearby. What about job changes? Think about when you may change houses again and what this neighborhood’s value will do.
Save time and heartache by considering these neighborhood points before buying. With a little pre-planning, your home will be centered in a location that you love as much as the house! Sources: HGTV.com, sterlingliving.com, forbes.com
TRASH TO TREASURE: BECOME A BARGAIN DECOR EXPERT For decorators on a budget, there is nothing more exciting than discovering a diamond in the rough. Garage sales, thrift stores and seasonal sales hold a special intrigue for these treasure hunters as they search endlessly for the hidden gems that will polish up to become centerpieces in their home. Some look for antique tables that have covered their beauty in years of old paint and dust, just waiting to be sanded and refinished to their former splendor. Others simply want to repurpose discarded items such as pallet wood or turn an old piece of scrap metal into a lamp. Though some people seem to have a knack for extreme bargain hunting, anyone can become an expert with a few tips and a little practice! GARAGE SALES Though there is no doubt that one can find a deal on internet resale sites, there is nothing that can replace a good old fashioned garage sale, where you can see items with your own eyes and negotiate price. Make a list of garage sales in your area and go early to catch the best deals. Show up again before they close shop to see if the seller is willing to take less for unsold goods. Look for well-made and name brand treasures that are either classic in style or very unique. Do not hesitate to take on small repair or upcycle projects that may just require a little paint. SALVAGE The most literal interpretation of trash to treasure is to pay nothing for your project because it is discarded material. Pallet wood has endless possibilities and can often be found for pennies or completely free at local businesses. Wine bottles can be painted and repurposed into a vase for wildflowers. Farm crates become shelving for a shabby chic kitchen while an old tin bucket houses magazines. Get creative with your free finds but always ask permission before rummaging through another’s discards.
SCRATCH AND DENT Try shopping the clearance section of home stores and large department stores for damaged items that may only require a small repair or modification. Shop at the end of each season to find the best markdowns. With very few tools and the help of the internet, you may be able to repair an item that could be marked down to a fraction of the original price. Never hesitate to ask for a manager and negotiate. THRIFT STORES It is amazing what people are willing to donate when it comes time for spring cleaning. Checking local thrift stores often and right at opening is a good way to fall into the find of a lifetime. Many thrift stores have newsletters that will send out coupons or notifications of new stock. Know your brands and materials. The best way to become an expert shopper is to spend time in high end stores, window shopping for your dream decor. Once you develop a sense of your own taste and the feel of fine home goods, you will be able to quickly identify the same items or look-alikes that have been relocated to the shelves of the resale store. Become a regular and some store managers will put you on a list to call for specific items if they come across them.
Now that you are a bargain decor expert, consider giving back by donating your own unwanted items to a fellow treasure hunter! Sources: www.pinterest.com, www.thisoldhouse.com, www.refinery29.com
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