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Posted on 09/26/2021

Closets are an essential part of any home, but you might not have as many as you need. When you want more storage space in a bedroom, hall or other area, building a closet is an option to consider. With some basic carpentry skills, equipment and tools, you can design and build the ideal closet in any space....

Building

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Posted on 09/19/2021

Add Drama and Contrast With These Dark Foliage Houseplants

Houseplants come in a rainbow of colors beyond the expected green. Growers are discovering new colorful varieties of popular plants, including those with dark foliage. Dark-leafed plants make a bold statement in an indoor space and add a touch of drama to any plant collection. If you’re interested in finding the perfect dark foliage for your space, here...

Houseplants

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Posted on 09/12/2021

A Beginner's Guide to Building a Stone Fire Pit

Evenings in the backyard are always more cozy with a fire pit. If you’ve been wanting to upgrade your yard with a fire pit of your own, the good news is that there are plenty of ways to build one. One of the easiest ways is by building a ring out of retaining wall blocks. We’ll go over...

Backyard

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Posted on 09/05/2021

Building a Home? Consider Giving These 3 Areas Some Extra Customization

Photo by Gabby K from Pexels As you make plans to build your own home, give yourself room for some customization. Your budget may not allow you to customize everything so will need to consider your priorities. Here are three key areas you should focus on to customize your home to make it more functional and enjoyable. 1....

Basement

Custom Home

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Posted on 08/29/2021

5 Important Questions Renters Should Ask

Whether you’re renting for the first time or not, there are important questions to ask and think about during the process. Asking the right questions can make an enormous difference in how successful you are in finding the right place and being happy in it once you do. Here are some questions every renter should ask while searching...

Lease Agreement

Rental Property

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Posted on 08/22/2021

DIY Tips for Customizing Your Own Accent Mirror

A mirror is one of the most underrated pieces of home decor. Not only does a mirror serve a useful purpose by giving you and your guests an opportunity to catch a quick glance of your reflection, but it also helps to increase the perceived size of your room. A mirror can be a valuable accent piece, as...

Diy

DIY

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Posted on 08/15/2021

Rustic Farmhouse DIY: 5 Ideas to Inspire

Rustic farmhouse style celebrates all things natural and comfortable. While relatively uncomplicated, the style does shine through decorative accessories and larger pieces. Here we’ll go over some ideas for DIY projects you can do to enhance or add the rustic farmhouse style to your interior spaces. Dress Up an Old Ladder Ladders are a popular trend in interior...

Decoration

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Posted on 08/08/2021

How to Increase Your Curb Appeal: Budget-Friendly Tips

Increasing the curb appeal of your home’s exterior can be a challenge. With so many details to consider, it’s difficult to know where to start. It can be even more difficult to create a budget for a lot of desired upgrades and changes. Luckily, there are some effective changes you can make all on your own while saving...

Posted on 08/01/2021

Photo by Clker-Free-Vector-Images via Pixabay When you purchase real estate, you must put down a good faith deposit. Several factors determine how much you will need to put down, but it could be as little as $100. In order to have a valid contract, the contract must have “consideration,” or something of value exchanged for the contract. The...

Buying

Buying A Home

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Posted on 09/04/2021

Another Property Sold - 141 Pine Arbor Road, Hardeeville, SC 29927

Fully renovated home has 2020 vinyl-window enclosed (11' x 17') porch on a wooded acre lot with circular driveway. 2021--new roof & water heater. 2018--replaced slider. 2017--replaced HVAC, all windows & slider with warranty, front & back porch ceiling fans & garage roof. 2016--painted exterior, added gutters with guards, & fenced rear perimeter. 2015--updated both bathrooms with new vanities, tile floors, tub/showers, toilets, mirrors & lights; updated kitchen with refaced white cabinetry, Slate appliances, quartz countertops, tiled backsplash, tiled floor, & LED light; & added new wide-plank, bamboo floors...

Real Estate

Hardeeville

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Posted on 08/05/2021

140 Cutter Circle, Bluffton, SC 29909 now has a new price of $1,200,000!

Custom, marsh-view home in desirable 55+ Riverbend with lovely landscaping & curb appeal. Paver driveway welcomes you to the double front door & marble-tiled foyer. Tray ceilings in dining & eat-in kitchen areas, coffered ceilings in great room with 14' window-wall framing the ever-changing marsh view. 4 en-suite bedrooms, an office/den with 14' coffered ceiling & Carolina Room with 14' cathedral ceiling. 7" crown moldings, imported Travertine & Brazilian Tiger wood, 5" plank flooring, wainscoting, French doors, arched windows, & 2x6 construction. Owners bedroom has French doors to the paver patio, European shower,...

Real Estate

Bluffton

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Posted on 07/30/2021

Another Property Sold - 102 Cutter Circle, Bluffton, SC 29909

Gorgeous, breathtaking views of the Okatee River will enamor you. 4 spacious bedrooms w/ ensuite bathrooms. Enjoy the true chef's/baker's kitchen including Wolf 4-burner w/grill, griddle, warming drawer, Miele dishwasher, Sub-0 fridge, Elkay triple sink, bar sink, winecooler, TV, walk-in pantry & extra fridge in Laundry rm. 12" aerated concrete block foundation w/ L-shaped rebar. Travertine tile in Carolina room, Owner's bath & shower. Comfort height vanities & Toto toilets. Vaulted Carolina Room & Owner's bedroom ceilings. Closets galore, 15' ceiling in LR, kitchen & foyer. Closed cell foam attic insulation. 3-zone HVAC....

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