The Real Estate Book of St. Augustine / St. Johns County, FL

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Volume 27, Issue 12

ST. AUGUSTINE/ ST. JOHNS COUNTY, FL

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5 Bedroom • 4 Bath • 2679 SF Large Lot • Preserve View Bonus Room Above Garage Text P905689 to 85377

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2 BR/2 BA • Preserve View $122,000 3 BR/2.5 BA with Garage $150,000 3 BR/2.5 BA Garage • View $171,900 Text P877423 to 85377

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Donna Wendler, Broker/Owner 904-669-3081 SALES • RENTALS • PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

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Text P202426 to 85377 PADDLE HOME in your kayak to this like-new 4BD/3.5BA home w/ covered lanai, private fishing spot, & fire pit. Office, loft, upgrades, tons of storage. Open floor plan, close to everything! $380,000

Text P334271 to 85377 ENTERTAIN WITH EASE in this big 5BD/3BA marshfront pool home.

Huge chef’s kitchen, formal dining room, large living/family rooms, open floorplan, & incredible patio/pool area overlooking the marsh. $475,000

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Text P805452 to 85377 EPITOME OF VINTAGE CHARM: This 3BD/2BA home, nestled under a canopy of grand oaks, is minutes to downtown & beaches. Wood floors, garden, eat-in kitchen, garage, & fenced side yard for storage. $259,500

Text P153199 to 85377 SPACE, SPACE & MORE SPACE! This big 4BD/2BA home just minutes from Flagler College, shops, & restaurants. Wood floors, large rooms, big lot with room for a pool. A perfect family home or rental. $209,999

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Text P782555 to 85377 GET A SLICE OF HEAVEN w/this 4BD/4.5BA custom masterpiece at Porpoise Point. From the endless deck overlooking a heated pool to the game room & state-of-the-art kitchen, you won’t want to leave. $1,275,000

Text T1122902 to 85377 ROOM FOR YOUR BOAT or RV! This 4BD/2.5BA Davis Shores home features a huge kitchen, bonus room, wood floors, formal dining room & fenced yard. Steps from restaurants and downtown entertainment! $449,900

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IT’S BRAND-NEW EVERYTHING in this 3BD/1.5BA home: Bathrooms, kitchen, electric, plumbing, wood floors, paint, stainless steel appliances, & added closets. Lovely yard, ideal location. $254,900

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IT’S EASY LIVING at this 4BD/3BA townhome at beautiful Heritage Park w/awesome amenities & lawn care included in low HOA fee. Lofty ceilings, roomy kitchen, covered lanai, & 1-car garage. $189,900

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Text P811739 to 85377 CHECK OUT THIS RARE FIND: 2 homes; 1 property; endless possibilities.

Pristine vintage cottage + concrete block home + 3 car garage. 1.2 acre site w/ majestic oaks & great views. Access to Moultrie Creek! $399,900

ST. AUGUSTINE’S NEWEST CONDOS Water views - Private dock slips w/every unit - Luxurious amenities - Spacious 3BD/3.5BA floor plans Taking preconstruction reservations now!

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3 Bedroom 2 Baths 1 Car Garage Still Time To Select Colors MLS:160064 $159,900

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Text P274056 to 85377 SEAWINDS CONDO - 2BR/2.5BA/1CG - Patio | 2 Decks | Pool View - Community Amenities MLS:159724 $259,900

Text P731707 to 85377 PEPPER TREE RESORT - 1BR/1BA 500Sqft - Great Investment Property - Currently Rented Long Term MLS:156892 $112,000

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- Nice Unit | Close to Beach - Great Rental History MLS:155439 $95,900

PEPPER TREE RESORT - 1BR/1BA 500Sqft.

- Investment Property - Always Rented | Backs to Preserve MLS:156891 $95,000

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STEPS TO BEACH Gorgeous 3BR/2.5BA in Marineland Acres. Spacious open reverse floor plan. Chef inspired custom kitchen. Private courtyard w/ fire pit.

Fenced private backyard. $899,900 Text P231768 to 85377

SALT WATER POOL HOME Remodeled 4BR/3BA featuring a formal living & dining room, a family room with a fireplace that is perfect for entertaining.

Over 3,500lsf with upgrades throughout.

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INTRACOASTAL HOME Custom 4BR/2BA only 2 blocks from the OCEAN. Enjoy beautiful views from both screened in balconies. Gourmet kitchen, elevator, entertainment area, and more.

Community pool. Text P537513 to 85377

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GATED COMMUNITY Exquisite Mediterranean style 3BR/2.5BA custom home with office. Views of the 120 acre spring fed lake. Entertain in the warm, inviting dining and living rooms.

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BEACH LIVING 3BR/2.5BA/5CG Loft & trey ceilings in living and dining. Built for low Maintenance to include tankless water heater, foam insulation, and Vinyl low E Impact Windows.

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LAKEFRONT FRESH WATER CANAL Amaral 4BR/3BA custom POOL/SPA home with amazing views. Formal living room, dining room, and a family room with a fire place that is perfect for entertaining. Text P127481 to 85377

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BEACH SIDE HOME Move in ready 3BR/2BA with a Florida room. Brand new Vinyl siding, freshly painted inside and out, tile and laminate wood floors throughout. Community Clubhouse and Pool. Text P201130 to 85377

FRESH WATER CANAL Great income property. Well maintained duplex home.

Each unit is 3BR/2BA, great room w/ vaulted ceilings and eat in kitchen.

Covered back porch. Large backyard.

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LOVELY 3BR/2BA Pool home. Maintained and perfect for entertaining. Spacious layout includes a formal living, family room, formal dining and breakfast nook in the kitchen. Text P317688 to 85377

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LAKE FRONT Open floor plan 5BR/2.5BA with a full lake view. Freshly painted and new flooring. Located close to shopping, restaurants, and only minutes to the beach. Text P284168 to 85377

PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING Beautiful 4BR/2.5BA spacious 2,833sqft home. 2 Living Rooms, large family room and formal dining room. Extra room upstairs that can easily be a den. Text P238959 to 85377

BEAUTIFUL Adams 4BR/2BA pool/spa home. The great room features lots of natural lighting. Enjoy the pool or relaxing in the spa in the privacy of your own fenced back yard. Text P159541 to 85377

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ENJOY THE OCEAN BREEZE and breathtaking views from this 2Br/2Ba oceanfront condo. Condo comes fully furnished with nice big kitchen and large veranda located off the oversize master suite and living room. $359,000 H-30 TEXT P731708 TO 85377.

DIRECT OCEANFRONT ON HIGHEST DUNE With Breath-taking Views From Main Living Area & Even Better From Mbr. Ocean Views From All Rooms, 1700+ Sq Ft. Largest Unit In Complex, Only Condo In Quail With Gas See-through Fireplace. Condo Has Had A Complete And Stunning Remodel. $599,000. TEXT P163445 TO 85377.

WALK TO THE BEACH from this great location, convenient to shopping, restaurants and move in ready. Tiled thru out, 3Br/2Ba with 2 large living areas. Nice updated kitchen and baths. High and dry elevation. $369,000 S-335 TEXT P484525 TO 85377.

GREAT ISLAND LOCATION! Grand Entry, Spacious Open Floor Plan, Chef’s Kitchen, Master with exit to the pool area, a Grand Master Bath,a large office w/built-in shelving. 4th bedroom used as a exercise room, loft area is private space for the upstairs guests. The 2 Bedrooms upstairs have full in Suite baths.. $775,000. TEXT P822492 TO 85377.

LOCATED ONLY 5 MINUTES TO CRESCENT BEACH! A 4Br/2Ba home with plenty of living space for a family.The garage is a nice oversize 2 car, the back yard has a fenced area for your four legged friends and a nice storage shed with hardie board siding. $335,995. TEXT P819850 TO 85377.

LAKE VIEW LOG CABIN HOME on 3.3 Acres. 3Br/1.5Ba, wood floors, Loft has the half bath. Large screened porch,two car detached garage and shed. Plenty of room for your toys and animals. $259,500. TEXT P827661 TO 85377.

ENJOY VIEWS OF THE ST AUGUSTINE’S HISTORIC LIGHTHOUSE From This 4BR/3Ba Home Located On Anastasia Island In Beautiful Davis Shores. Real Hardwood Floors, 2 Master Suites, Large Living Room, Formal Dining Room, Private Den/Library, Separate Family Room With Brick Fireplace. On A Double Lot With Room For A Pool. Walk to Restaurants,Shops,Historic Downtown St Augustine And The Beach. $394,000. TEXT P491162 TO 85377.

UNIQUE CUSTOM, 850 Ft from the Ocean, on a salt water canal. 3Br/2Ba with a large 2 car garage (1032sq ft) w/half bath,storage and work area attached to the garage. A 40 FT wide concrete seawall with roofed deck overlooking the canal. A hobby room in the attic, porch on the back facing the canal, alarm system and a three foot crawl space under the house (concrete floor) $699,500.

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STRONG OCEAN VIEWS! Short Walk to the Beach! Enjoy the Ocean Breezes and sound of the waves from your decks. Open floor Plan, 3Br/2Ba, 500 Sq Ft of decks. Location makes this a perfect short term rental property. $519,000. R-84 TEXT P233467 TO 85377.

3BR/3BA HOME with side entry garage and beautiful landscaping.

Large fenced in backyard great for outdoor entertaining and fun.

Sprinkler system with rain bird auto set. Nice bright open floor plan, a must see! $249,900 T-98 TEXT P764189 TO 85377.

A BEAUTIFUL HOME,only 2 Miles From The Beach on .55 acres. Tranquility Inside And Out, Features a tray Ceilings and walk in closets In The Bedrooms. Special Features a Beautiful Stone Wood Burning Fireplace In The Living Room, Oak Cabinets In An Open Kitchen Dining Area Which Opens onto the Screened Patio From The Sliders. $249,000. TEXT P274057 TO 85377.

CLASSIC FLORIDA RANCH ON ANASTASIA ISLAND Blocks From The Beach!

Metal Roof, Updated kitchen and baths On a High Private Fenced Lot. Oak Trees,Tropical Foliage, Shared Deep Well, Sprinkler System,plus Air Conditioned Office/Storage. Mature Neighborhood. $349,000. TEXT P594652 TO 85377.

HAWAIIAN ISLE ESTATES, Great beach location exquisite 3Br/2Ba home full of upgrades, hardwood floors, mexican tile in Florida room. Large 12x16 storage building and a small shed. Steps to Crescent Beach. $269,000 H-51. TEXT P309595 TO 85377.

THIS WAS THE MODEL HOME, cathedral ceilings, French doors in master leading out to the Florida room. Bright and open floor plan on a corner lot. Community features security gate, pool and lawn maintenance. $229,000 R-78. TEXT P332518 TO 85377.

OVERSIZE CORNER LOT,fenced back yard,freshly painted inside and out, new roof 2013, Windows in Living/Dining rooms plus A/C is also newer. Screened porch with vinyl windows,auto sprinkler system with well. Great garage with built in work benches, brings your toys and kids! $153,900. P758770 TO 85377.

WOW WHAT A GREAT LOCATION! Crescent Beach Duplex close to the public Beach Access. A 2Br/1Ba on each side. This is a must see for someone that wants to live on one side and rent the other or for income property until you are ready to settle here. $198,000 G-53. TEXT P743114 TO 85377.

CASCADES AT WGV! Beautiful 2Br/2Ba w/Office/Den, backs to a preserve. Open kitchen, enclosed Florida Room and upgrades galore.

The Cascades includes a grand 38,000 sq ft clubhouse, sport complex and a long list of amenities. $337,000. TEXT P819849 TO 85377.

A 3BR/2.5BA BRICK POOL HOME on 1 acre. Formal Living/Dining Room, Kitchen has new stainless appliances, Opens To Family Room with Fireplace. Huge Master Bedroom has Bonus area, office/den. 15x10 Screened In Patio,21x44 Screened In Pool,and 18x12 Storage Shed. $279,000. TEXT P309589 TO 85377.

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ELEGANT CUSTOM PALENCIA HOME on gorgeous .68 acre fenced lot with golf course/water views! Beautifully designed for spacious comfort with 6BR/4.5BA in 4,135sqft and 3 car garage. Upgrades and grand touches throughout. Relax on your screened lanai or enjoy all the amenities Palencia has to offer. $635,000 for photos, videos and information visit www.105MarshallCreekDrive.com MLS:156513 TEXT FNR1056 TO 85377.

BEAUTIFULLY UNIQUE circa 1889 Queen Anne Victorian in the heart of the historic downtown. Completely restored to the highest standards that combine authentic architectural details and old-world craftsmanship with room configurations and modern amenities that make the home perfect for today's lifestyle - including 4 large bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and an exquisite chef's kitchen. You will love the estate-sized, professionally landscaped lot, and the wrap-around porches! Don't wait to see this gorgeous home and start your St. Augustine life today! $1,295,000

BEAUTIFUL 3BR/2BA + Den concrete block home in desirable Oakbrook. Open and flowing floor plan, Florida Room and spacious patio for outdoor living all on one-half acre treed lot. $269,000 MLS:159964 Text FNR1215 to 85377 for photos and information.

GORGEOUS MARSH VIEWS from your screened lanai and most windows in this ground floor 3BR/2BA Vista Cove Condo. Tiled throughout with curbless shower in guest bath. $169,500 MLS 160680 Text FNR1428 to 85377 for photos and information.

ISLAND PATIO HOME in popular Seagate neighborhood! Great 2BR/2BA home with updated kitchen, newer carpet, tile and brand new A/C. Front yard maintained by association for carefree Florida living. $259,900 MLS 160824 Text FNR1430 to 85377 for photos and information.

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Remodeling Projects to Kick Off 2016 Do you have a New Year’s resolution? No matter what your long-term or short-term goals are for 2016, one thing is for certain: nothing gives you that “fresh start” feeling like a newly remodeled home. Based on home renovations and designs that have gained popularity in 2015, here are some remodeling trends that are here to stay.

1. Mix Modern & Artisan Goods Newer is not always better. A huge design trend in 2016 is the combination of old and new through eclectic décor. Wherever you may shop, be inspired by local finds. Interior design guru Nate Berkus persistently encourages shoppers to buy locally made and globally crafted goods.

Don’t be afraid to mix mass produced goods with vintage and artisanal items.

2. Embrace Natural Minerals It’s all about the texture of items in their natural state, and that’s what consumers crave because it exudes that feeling of authenticity and attractive imperfection. Throughout 2016, you’ll see more and more natural minerals that are incorporated into a room’s layout. These can range from accents like pyrite made bowls to large chunks of quartz.

3. Adopt Sustainability Over the past year, there has been increasing popularity of sustainability in homes. More and more consumers are adopting the “Do It Yourself” way of life in an effort to make the most out of what’s in reach. To reflect this, consider recycling, repurposing, and reinventing different ways to manipulate and creatively reuse decorative items in your home.

4. Softer Color Palette Get ready to see a huge popularity in soft colors this year. Jeanette Holmes, designer with Miller Homes, suggests using restful palettes that embrace shades of blue, green, purple, mushroom and pink throughout your home. According to a recent article in Furniture World magazine, you should expect an overall softening of the color palette.

5. Brass Accents Most notably in the kitchen on focal lighting and hardware, brass is predicted to become one of the major finishes, as reported by a study in House Beautiful. Old brass that looks more worn will continue to gain popularity in 2016.

Find ways to implement these features in your abode for a fresh start as well as interested homebuyers!

Source: Loretta J. Willis, Designer; Macala Wright

How Homeowners Can Achieve a Listing-Ready Home Want to sell your home quickly and for the best price? Making some small improvements can give buyers the best first impression and make a world of difference when selling your home.

1. CURB APPEAL The first thing that buyers will see is the outside of your house. Does the outside make them want to see the inside? A well kept yard, an inviting porch, a clean driveway – all increase the likelihood that buyers will want to see more, so start here. Clean up the lawn and the driveway. Touch up or repaint the exterior. Clean gutters and keep the porches swept and inviting. Showing that the exterior of your home is well-kept will lead buyers to the assumption that the home is well-kept in general.

2. CLEAN, DE-CLUTTER AND SIMPLIFY. Do a deep clean or hire a professional cleaning crew to make sure everything looks its best.

Keep carpets vacuumed and beds made. Make the rooms look larger by removing clutter and large furniture.

Packed closets and cabinets also lead others to believe there is inadequate storage, so clean those out, too. Make sure to keep all the dishes away, hang clothes neatly in closets, make sure all light bulbs work, and towels in the bathroom and kitchen need to be clean and folded neatly. Help buyers imagine their own things in your home by storing personal items such as photos and knick-knacks.

3. UPDATE This includes fresh paint, replacing outdated appliances and fixtures in the kitchen and bathroom. If it’s not in your budget to replace, you can add new hardware on cabinets and sinks. If you can, replace outdated flooring or stained carpeting – or at least have them professionally cleaned.

Interior paint is one of the easiest ways to freshen up your home and increase its value. And, while that dramatic purple wall in the dining room may have matched your chairs, it may be hard for buyers to imagine with their furnishings. Use light, neutral colors that make the

rooms look bright and large and that match any decor.

4. CONSIDER HIRING A HOME INSPECTOR. It’s very likely that a buyer will hire one anyway – after they’ve made an offer, so being honest about your home’s condition will help you avoid any surprises or complications with the contract and closing later. And, although you don’t have to make any non-essential repairs, you may discover essential ones of which you may be unaware.

5. INTERVIEW REAL ESTATE AGENTS AND ASK THEM ABOUT THEIR MARKETING PLAN FOR YOUR HOME. After you’ve done all the work to get it ready to list, an aggressive marketing plan will ensure that as many buyers as possible see it.

Most agents will list the home in the Multiple Listing Service database, on their website and on their company website. Ask them about also putting it on other top ranked real estate sites. Also, according to the National Association of REALTORS, most buyers move within 11 miles of their previous residence – so ask about local advertising as well.

The sign in your yard should include the agent’s information. Many add a brochure box, but it’s difficult to keep it full. Ask about adding a text code that leads buyers to a mobile site for your home that shows more information and photos, so the information is always readily available to interested buyers.

Best Ways to Spend Your Tax Return It’s always a pleasant surprise to get a big chunk of money back on your tax return.

How should you spend that money, though? Instead of hitting the mall, where you’ll most likely make an impulse purchase, put that money in a place worth spending.

Have you considered these ideas?

1. Update Your Home’s Fixtures.

Updating fixtures in your home is another simple, low-cost way to remodel in a small but big way. Replace door handles, hinges, faucets, and light switch plates for an updated look throughout your home.

Keeping up with new home design trends will resonate with new homebuyers because you’ll have all the latest styles.

2. Trim and Mouldings Installing crown moulding, baseboards or wainscoting is a sure-fire way to create a more refined look. Your new trim and moulding will add beautiful detail and elegance to your home as well as appeal to all types of homebuyers’ senses.

3. Make Kitchen Repairs Buyers want to be wowed by the kitchen, but that doesn’t mean you have to fork over tens of thousands of dollars to make that happen. Focus on making repairs

that cost well under $500, like tightening a leaky faucet or eliminating burn marks on countertops. For a cheap alternative to repainting your cabinets, consider updating your hardware in a modern finish.

4. Spruce Up the Exterior Your home’s exterior is the first impression for many buyers online and in person.

Aside from keeping up with maintenance like mowing the lawn and trimming shrubs, assess the outside of your home for any repair work – a fading front door, cracked siding or a loose step – that needs to be completed before selling.

5. Upgrade the Bathroom Bathrooms can become a point of contention for buyers if they’re not in tip-top shape. Rather than taking on an expensive renovation, make minor upgrades that have an impact. Caulk the tub, re-grout tile, and install new fixtures.

Whether or not you’re getting your house ready to sell, these remodeling tweaks are easy, cost-effective, and will result in a great new look. They may be small, but these renovations make a huge impact, making your home feel like new!

The Psychology Behind Paint Colors You look around your home and decide you need a refreshing change. Painting any room in the home is a sure fire way to make it feel new and clean! Before you run to the hardware store and grab the first color that tickles your fancy, put some thought into the color - and some emotion, too.

As a matter of fact, proponents of what is referred to as “color psychology” believe that the color of a room in the home is more than just a way to tie in the throw pillows. It’s a matter of emotional wellbeing. So what’s the right hue for you?

CONSIDER THE ROOM’S PURPOSE The intended function of a room is a heavy deciding factor on which colors to use. Ask yourself, “What mood do we want this color to set?” Rooms such as an industrious kitchen, well-treaded dining room, or a bustling living room could go in a direction of colors that are thought to draw out conversation, appetites, and energy. According to WebMD.com, the color red seems to stimulate appetite and may be a good choice for a dining room or kitchen, as is yellow. Also, earth tones such as brown or tan stimulate social gatherings because they are warm and inviting, and a great choice for a living room. Then there’s the flip side of stimulation – relaxation. For a bedroom, stick with cool tones like blues, greens, and lavenders. These are thought to reduce stress and promote sleep. Red on the wall of a child’s room could go as far as to lead to restless sleep, so sacrifice the childhood character decor in favor of a cooler hue.

DON’T LEAVE OUT LIGHTING Lighting can have a great effect on how the hue is perceived once it’s on the wall.

We see several different types of lighting in a house, ranging from fluorescent,

Source: WebMD.com, Sherwin-Williams.com

incandescent, and halogen bulbs, to natural sunlight. Depending on the color that the light emits, the paint will either absorb or reflect the light in different ways, thus varying the paint’s shade to the human eye. A color can vary greatly in appearance in two different rooms that receive two different types of light. For this reason, it is suggested to observe the sun’s pattern and take notes before making a decision.

For example, if the sunlight flows from the north, this will be a cooler tone of natural light in a room. On the other hand, if the sunlight flows into a room from the west, you could end up with an overwhelming warm tone if you’ve painted your wall red or orange.

PERSONAL STYLE MATTERS If color psychology isn’t your cup of tea, then stick with what’s pleasing to your eye.

Take your current decor into consideration.

Try to pick a color that pulls out favorite designs in your rugs or wall decor. If you grew up with fond memories in a home with specific colors, then stick with those same colors in your home. Your experience with a color can also have an effect on your mood, so do what pleases your paint palette.

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We’ll show you how to transform your home into a romantic paradise where love never fades. Here are some DIY home design tips to try:

1. Romantic Furnishings

Add luxury to a room with a chaise lounge or a four-poster bed. With a bed with soft and silky sheets as the focal point of the room, it will radiate with elegance and romance.

2. Soft Lighting

When you want romance in your home, be sure to stay away from bright lights.

Lighting should be soft to give off the right vibe. Try installing dimmer switches on lamps and chandeliers so you can easily adjust the brightness to match the room's mood.

3. Fireplaces & Candles The flickering flames from a fire bring out the romance in a room. Fireplaces and candles create subtle light to both invigorate and relax the occupants.

4. Satisfy the Senses Sense of Touch Take advantage of your sense of touch through soft fabrics, bath curtains and the use of velvet or similar materials for upholstered chairs. On lamps, opaque shades will give your skin a beautiful glow and soft, plush towels are a nice touch for a romantic atmosphere.

Sense of Smell Enhance the overall mood in the room with the power of scent. In every room of the house, use scented oils and candles while keeping a subtle smell that is not over-powering. Add lovely aromas by placing fresh cut flowers around your home.

Sense of Sight Captivate the sense of sight with lovely artwork of landscapes, sculptures, or still-life paintings. Place delicate vases on dressers or a stack a poetry collection on a piece of furniture to enhance the romantic aura.

Sense of Sound You can filter sound and keep noise levels down in your home’s romantic space by using curtains and soft, plush rugs. Keep the television off or in another room to minimize noise.

Using these home-decorating tips, you can create a romantic and elegant aura throughout your home this Valentine's Day and all year long. As you decorate your home, concentrate on captivating all the senses. Sight, sound, touch, and smell should be used in soft and subtle ways to provide both luxury and tranquility.

SO YOU BOUGHT A FIXER UPPER. NOW WHAT?

If you just purchased an older home, chances are that you have some work to do! After all, just because a home needs a little more love and elbow grease doesn’t mean it’s not worth it.

The term “fixer upper” refers to older homes that are in need of repairs, maintenance, and possibly some remodeling. You may even get a much better deal on a house purchase by addressing repairs or updates that the previous owner hasn’t or won’t address.

So what’s next? Before you grab all your bags and the family pet to move in, there are some important factors to consider, which we’ll discuss here.

1. Is this your forever home?

3. Tile Tips

On the other hand, if you’re living there for only a certain number of years, you may want to consider more classic styles that will stay current in popularity even as years pass. Choose hardwood floors in classic stains that can be refinished before listing the house to sell.

4. Check above, below, around, and within.

In addition to home repairs, there are certain improvements and renovations that are appropriate for the length of time you plan to own and reside in your home. For example, you’ll have much more freedom to select taste-specific options if this is your final home purchase.

2. Carpet or hardwood?

If your fixer upper has hardwood in poor condition, but only in certain sections, you have the more economical option of only replacing the parts that are damaged. Or, all you may need is to sand down the hardwood and apply a fresh stain.

When it comes to carpet, darker colors are always a safe bet because it will mask dirt and stains. Also, darker colored carpet can be cleaned frequently without affecting its overall quality and appearance.

Most importantly in bathrooms, you need to use a flooring material that resists water and moisture. It doesn’t end with buying the tiles, though. You will need to acquire some type of thinset or mortar to attach the tile to the subfloor, grout to fill in the cracks, and specific tools in order to get a professional, finished look.

According to a recent article by Home Depot, one of the most important steps after purchasing a fixer-upper is to check the basement below, the roof above, the siding around, along with the sewer pipes and HVAC ducts within.

These make up the foundation of your home and addressing any issues before moving in will set you on the path of enjoying your new home.

At the end of the day, if you’re prepared for a fixer-upper well before taking the leap, then you’ll undoubtedly reap the benefits and rewards.

Hard work really does pay off, but still never forget about all the resources at your disposal whenever you need a little extra help or advice.

Source: Home Depot; Washington Post; AmeriFirst Home Buyer Learning Center

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