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Posted on Tuesday, February 14, 2012 1:31 PM
WELCOME TO QUICK TIP TUESDAY'S Photo credit:: BHG.com Your fireplace doesn't have to be in the center of a room, to be the CENTER of attention. Many homeowners are frozen to creativity, by the warmth of an off center fireplace. Somehow knowing how to arrange furniture and accessories becomes a difficult challenge of direction. An offset mantel to balance the design and draw the eye the opposite direction along with carefully placed accessories, can make an awkwardly designed fireplace, appear as if it was intentionally designed just for you. |
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Posted on Tuesday, February 07, 2012 12:36 AM
WELCOME TO QUICK TIP TUESDAY'S No matter how beautiful the decor, a home with odors, is an instant turnoff for potential buyers. Make sure that toilet bowls, dishwashers, washing machines, garbage disposals, and other related items are crystal clean and odor free. Revitalize odors from dishwashers with a cup of vinegar and run it through an empty cycle. Remove washing machine odors with a cup of bleach and hot water, and citrus peels are great for grinding out odors in garbage disposals. Smoke is one of the most difficult odors to eliminate, because it can seep into walls, fabrics, furniture and appliances. Removing smoke odor from appliances can be done using common household items such as hydrogen peroxide, salt and vinegar. The less maintenance a potential buyer sees or smells, the better the chances of your home will sparkle in their eyes. |
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Posted on Friday, February 03, 2012 3:26 PM
Football Fans everywhere have waited for this day ... " Super Bowl Sunday " Football fans everywhere, spend weeks planning parties with family and friends, for that one special day when everyone gathers together at your home. You clean, you cook, you make sure every detail is planned for. Yet when selling your home, most people do not prepare for that one important day when potential home buyers will walk through your door. Develop a Game Day Strategy for Selling Your Home. You can't expect to win, if you don't have a Game Plan. Develop an Offensive Strategy to "Score Points" with potential buyers. 1) Develop a Strong Defense - Secure a knowledgeable Realtor that knows the comparables in your area and can help you set a competitive selling price for your home, along with a solid "Marketing Game Plan". 2) Make sure your home is sparkling clean & "Move In Ready". Declutter, Declutter, Declutter !! 3) Hire a Professional Stager who is experienced in making your home appeal to the largest number of potential buyers while focusing on your home's best features. 4) Get Professional Quality Photos of your home Now is NOT the time for amateur photos to decide your success. More than 98% of home buyers use the Internet to "shop" for a home before contacting a Realtor. 5) Get ready for GAME DAY !! Review the scoreboard, check your Game Plan, secure pets outside the home, and get ready to ........ SCORE A TOUCHDOWN !! |
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Posted on Wednesday, February 01, 2012 11:34 AM
WELCOME TO QUICK TIP TUESDAY'S Houseplants are a great way to bring warmth and texture to a home, especially in winter when gardens outdoors are brown and grey, or covered in snow. Unfortunately most homes are also very dry in winter months, which leaves houseplants screaming for moisture, as well as becoming more prone to certain diseases. Overwatering is not the answer. The problem is humidity. Unless you are raising cactus, most houseplants need at least 50% humidity in order to survive. The best way to raise the humidity level and keep luscious leaves thriving, is to install a humidifier, or at minimum to mist foliage on a regular basis. Check your local Home & Garden store for Humidity Index cards that monitor the levels of humidity near plants. |
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Posted on Tuesday, January 31, 2012 1:34 AM
Here it is the final day of January, and many of you who started New Year's Resolutions, will be looking back at the fire that originally inspired you, to be nothing more now than a slowly dwindling flame. Remember that instituting new habits and changes is an "Evolution" not a "Resolution". Resolutions.. even with the best of intentions, can sometimes create overly high expectations, resulting in unachievable goals. Evolutions ... on the other hand are gradual processes of changes, leading to a final goal of completion. Make the year ahead a time for change, but also allow yourself the proper amount of time and focus needed for that change, in order to ACHIEVE IT, BECOME IT, OR OVERCOME IT, once and for all !! |
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Posted on Thursday, January 26, 2012 4:02 AM
Today's Color Of Spring Is Dusty Orchid When you hear the word "Orchid" what do you see? How does this color make you feel?  What others colors do you also see or feel? Close your eyes ....Is there a place in your home where this "Springtime Color" could bloom & grow? |
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Posted on Tuesday, January 24, 2012 11:00 PM
WELCOME TO QUICK TIP TUESDAY'S Small spaces require creative thinking when it comes to storage solutions .... An unused storage bench becomes a full capacity work center with the addition of hanging file folder frames, removable compartment trays, and even a handy cork board for posting notes, photos and more. A simple and inexpensive solution, to an everyday problem. A great idea for window seat benches too !! |
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Posted on Saturday, January 21, 2012 2:04 AM
If you're dreaming of Pastel Pink & Pretty Whites to surround your new Baby's Room, Change your thoughts to something Festive, Flavorful, and Fun .... (Photo by BHG.com) Why not use Strawberries, Raspberries & Tangerines for a fruity fresh and colorful look? Tangerine Tango by Pantone 17-1463 Raspberry Mousse by Benjamin Moore 2076-40 Children respond best to bright, clean, satured hues. So why not make it fun for both you and them. Break free from Traditional Pastel Pinks, and give your baby a room where dreams of Strawberry Fields, and Tangerine Meadows, fills each day with fruity, fresh, & colorful fun. |
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Posted on Friday, January 20, 2012 11:19 AM
(Image by House of Turquoise) Which Color of 2012 appeals to you ... Are you drawn to calming effects of Benjamin Moore's Wythe Blue or Do you lean more towards the energy inspired by Pantone's Tangerine Tango? What if your dreams included BOTH? Maybe it's time for a Professional Color Makeover to make your dreams come true .... |
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Posted on Friday, January 20, 2012 2:21 AM
Layering a Room creates depth and visual warmth... (Photo courtesy of: Apartment Therapy) Built-In Bookcases can be a beautiful way to display your books and collectibles, while adding a layer of design and warmth to any room. Bookcases can also divide a space, or make it seem more cohesive, depending on how you utilize them as part of the room. Bookcases can also be an attractive storage wall that seamlessly flows from window to wall when flanked with curtains that match or complement your window treatments. To make your ceilings seem taller, hang the curtains from the ceiling rather than from the top of the bookshelf. The curtains can also be used to hide clutter especially in guest rooms or workrooms. |
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Posted on Wednesday, January 18, 2012 12:42 AM
WELCOME TO QUICK TIP TUESDAY'S Make your small space a functional space .... Try freestanding sinks with built in towel bars for added function, or great looking smaller sized pieces of furniture to help with storage of towels, and other bathroom supplies. Make sure the size of the furniture is not overwhelming and compliments the overall decor style of the room. |
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Posted on Saturday, January 14, 2012 8:31 PM
As a Professional Organizer, I've seen many people struggle with letting go of "Stuff". Although there are many reasons why we get into habits for holding onto things we do not need, there are basically only 2 main reasons for not "Letting Go". "Stuff" that holds emotional value, which holds you back in the past, and "Stuff" you keep because you believe you will use it someday in the future, which holds you onto a series of unpredictable maybe's and what if's. The only way to cut through the clutter and live the life you want and need, is to make choices based on the here and now, and if that choice brings you closer to your goals or vision. The process is not always easy, but the help of a Trained and Experienced Professional Organizer can help you uncover your "stuck zones" and help you find a "clear path" to your dreams. |
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Posted on Tuesday, January 10, 2012 2:16 AM
WELCOME TO QUICK TIP TUESDAY'S  For busy families, refrigerators and freezers can sometimes bean un-organized mess of small unstackable items that take up space and become hard to find or sometimes even forgotten. Maximize your freezer space with heavy duty plastic bins to keep freezer selections handy and organized. Note: Heavier weight plastic will withstand freezer conditions and give you long term organizing assistance. |
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Posted on Wednesday, January 04, 2012 12:26 AM
WELCOME TO QUICK TIP TUESDAY'S The holidays are packed away and another year is upon us. For millions of Americans, January marks the beginning of a long and winding road of resolutions, repurpose, and reinvention. No matter what your New Year's Resolutions are, remember these tips to make sure your resolutions, do not end in relapse. 1. SET REALISTIC & OBTAINABLE GOALS Set small goals that can be reached within a short period of time, vs 9 or even 12 months down the road. If you want to lose 20 lbs, make a goal to lose 10 lbs, followed by 15 lbs, and then 20 lbs. Make a goal reachable, then once reached, move forward to the next level. 2. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS It's easy to lose your way, when you're not sure where you have been, or what you've done. Busy days and hectic schedules lead towards feelings of failure or misconception that small accomplishments are not worth noting. By tracking your daily or weekly accomplishments, you are not only proving to yourself that even in hectic times, small changes are possible, you are also seeing where the pitfalls and struggles that get in the way of your goals may be, so you can face them, or remove them. 3. CELEBRATE YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS Be a kid again. Reward yourself in small ways for accomplishing goals for that week, that month, or in whichever way makes you feel special, and the desire to keep going, a powerful tool. 4. RE-EVALUATE AND MOVE FORWARD If you have reached your short term goal, congratulate yourself and move onto the next phase of your goal. If you find you are struggling and not meeting your goals, try to re-evaluate where the struggles are and take that goal and break it down into smaller bites that are more attainable for you and your lifestyle. The most important thing is to KEEP MOVING FORWARD. Find balance between achieving goals, and living a realistic yet challenging and rewarding life. |
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Posted on Wednesday, December 28, 2011 11:45 PM
WELCOME TO QUICK TIP TUESDAY'S The holidays are almost over, and packing up the Christmas decorations can sometimes be just as time consuming as deciding how to arrange it all. So how to you preserve that creative spark and recreate the same excitement again next year? Take a photo of your greatest creations and displays, so you will remember exactly how it looked, and what items you used. Then pack that photo along with those items away for next year, so you can bring back memories, and save time re-creating the perfect holiday memory. |
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Posted on Monday, December 26, 2011 2:50 AM
The gifts have been opened, and all that beautiful wrapping paper is now is just a memory to be tossed away. Remember the days when Grandma would collect and save all that left paper to fold and reuse for next year? Grandma had the right idea, but that was before the dawn of paper shredders, and a whole new way of recylcing was born upon us. Take all that used wrapping paper and put it in the shredder, where it can be used for filling of future gifts and even storage of christmas items, protecting them for years to come. |
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Posted on Thursday, December 22, 2011 10:11 PM
 You hustled, you bustled, you elbowed your way through the stores .... now comes the hard part ... how to wrap all those gifts and still make them as exciting as the gift inside. Dress it in yarn ...... Forget store bought ribbon and bows. Soft and fluffy yarn poms make any gift fun. Or think how beautiful white angora yarn warms up a box, with it's softness like snow. Dress it in fabric .... From silk to remnants, to vintage handkerchiefs and colorful flannel .... the possibilities are endless for making any gift soft, and reusable. Make it colorful ... Make it fun!! The holidays are a time of bright and festive color. Break free of traditional red and green and opt for modern colors like purple, chocolate brown, lime green or fushia. With a little thinking outside the box, you too can create gifts that create excitement, long before the present is even open. Happy Holidays !! |
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Posted on Tuesday, December 20, 2011 2:14 AM
The guests are arriving, the kitchen is full of goodies simmering away, yet how do you do it all and still smile -DELEGATE !! Have a list of easy tasks prepared for guests that offer to help. Allow others to pour the wine, refill drinks, or make the announcement for dinner. Having someone else do little things for you, can actually help you concentrate on that all important Holiday Dinner presentation, you want everyone to remember throughout the year. Remember that Family gatherings usually involve small kids. Appetizer trays meant for adult guests, are a sure invitation for little hands and sloppy messes. Create a kid friendly appetizer tray with cheese sticks, apple slices, animal crackers, etc, to keep them focused on their own delights. If nothing else remember this- Even the best of chefs, have set off a smoke alarm or two in their days. The most important thing about the Holidays, is to enjoy family and friends, and be thankful for the love, support, and most of all bravery, for enduring whatever comes out of the kitchen !! |
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Posted on Sunday, December 18, 2011 1:06 AM
Christmas Countdown 2011 ... the rush for the perfect gift Are you still struggling to find that perfect gift? Take a bar of scented soap, and remove the outer manufacturer label. Replace it with softly colored wrapping paper, and a handwritten or printed personalized gift tag with a special message from you. Arrange several soaps in a basket or other decorative container. Add a fluffy bath mitt or candle and you are set to be remembered for months to come.  There's nothing better on a cold winter night than sitting by a cozy fire. The only thing better is a great smelling fireplace to make your senses drift. Why not give that feeling to someone special this Holiday season? Give that special someone a homemade fireplace sachet. They're easy and inexpensive to make. Just take a 12 inch square of brown paper, fill it with natural scents like cinnamon stick, dried orange peel, or sandlewood. Wrap and tie with baking twine. A great gift for the person who has everything. For added indulgence, combine this with a bottle of wine and 2 long stem glasses, for a gift that says your worth taking time out for. |
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Posted on Thursday, December 15, 2011 2:21 PM
I have been a Professional Organizer since 2005. I have many previous years experience in life coaching and psychology, as well as Industry Training through the National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO). This coming January 2012, I will have earned my designation as a NAPO Golden Circle Member, for the number of years served in the industry. Over the years I have worked with many levels of homeowner projects, from simple decluttering and space planning, to various levels of Hoarding, including appearing on A&E TV Show Hoarders. That being said, it's not about the money. Being a great Organizer comes from a passion to help others overcome certain challenges in their home and in their lives, along with experience, training, and patience. I recently received a request from a someone who desperately wanted to help their mother with hoarding issues that have gotten out of control. At first you may think, what an opportunity to charge for what could very well be many hours of work. But ... it's not about the money. For many experienced, and passionate Professional Organizers like myself, it is about ethics and the ability to help connect someone to a better life. After hearing the various circumstances surrounding this person's mom and her challenges, I knew this was something that required more than just simply organizing assistance, that ethically would be unfair to attempt solo. As a Professional Organizer we can help many types of people who are "open" to change, but there is little we can do for those who are "unwilling" to recognize their challenges. In this particular situation it was necessary to look into resources that could provide a Psychologist as part of the process in overcoming her mom's challenges, so that a Professional Organizer could work together as a 'Team" in helping her mom move forward with the process of reaching a new and more healthier chapter in her life, both physically and mentally. Our jobs as a Professional Organizer is to help recognize and address situations, and advise from experience and training, the best solutions on how to assist the people in our communities, achieve a better life for themselves and their families. Getting paid to do this, is a perk and blessing, for sharing our talents, passion, and wisdom with those in need. |
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Posted on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 10:19 PM
WELCOME TO QUICK TIP TUESDAY'S Have alot of gift to wrap this Holiday season? Try selecting a specific color or theme of wrapping paper for each family member, to make gift wrapping easier and more personalized. To wrap something soft like a scarf or pashmina, place a piece of cardboard inside the item so that you have a sturdy structure to help keep its shape and prevent paper from tearing. |
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Posted on Wednesday, December 07, 2011 2:53 AM
WELCOME TO QUICK TIP TUESDAY'S Looking for an attractive way to keep entryway floors clean from winter boots and slushy messes? Here's a great low cost idea for Open Houses, Family Gatherings, or everyday seasonal messes. Take a large tray metal baking pan, and line it with medium sized river rock or other colorful stone to compliment your decor. To finish the look and also keep stones in place, add a pre-made picture frame or pieces of wood trim in a color that matches your decorating style. Whether it's framed or unframed, large stones or small stones, these boot trays will add style and sophistication to any laundry room or entry way. |
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Posted on Monday, December 05, 2011 12:55 AM
IS YOUR HOME READY FOR THE HOLIDAYS? Does your home say Festive and Fun, or Forget It and Run? The holidays are a great time to add fun color,creative lighting, and even a bit of whimsy, but overdoing the lighting and decorating festivities can make your home look like a street scene of "Its a Wonderful Life" or National Lampoon's "Christmas Vacation". Make your Christmas Curb Appeal say "Come Join Us", especially if your home is currently on the market. Buyers don't want to be blinded by the lights, but instead guided to the "Star" of the block. |
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Posted on Tuesday, November 29, 2011 6:53 PM
WELCOME TO QUICK TIP TUESDAY'S Lack of space does not mean lack of organization or function. Consider a stackable washer and dryer, and install a shelving unit in the space next to the unit. Ultimately you will achieve more storage space that is also easier to reach than traditional storage shelves or cabinets installed above full size washer and dryers. |
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Posted on Tuesday, November 22, 2011 8:55 PM
Thanksgiving is just 48 hours away. You've cleaned the house, polished the silver, shined the crystal, and thawed the bird. A sigh of relief that everything is done right? Oops, did you remember to create a welcoming stage for that beautifully cooked dinner? Great dinners start with great conversation. A welcoming table with color and interest, adds to the flavor of any occasion. Think of your favorite restaurant. What it the food, or the atmosphere you remember most? If you said both, you are correct. Exciting however does not need to be expensive or elaborate. Simplicity can be beautiful as well. A simple candle placed in natural elements such as corn kernels or cranberries, is simple yet elegant. Layering your elements with flowers and dried fruits or nuts is also exquisite when done in complementary color schemes. Is bold and outspoken more your style? Try a glass vase filled with coffee beans or chocolate color stones, with bold pink roses. Striking yet again, inexpensive and easy to create. Whatever your style, your color, or your budget, dressing your table is the jewelry that makes your dinner sparkle, and makes a memory that will last long after the last slice of pie is gone. |
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Posted on Monday, November 21, 2011 11:22 PM
WELCOME TO
QUICK TIP TUESDAY'S
The holidays are here and so is gift giving season. Are your ribbon spools unwinding your patience?
Try stacking them on a paper towel holder from largest to smallest. Use
a small piece of scotch tape to keep ends neat and tangle free.
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Posted on Tuesday, November 15, 2011 8:25 PM
Welcome to Quick Tip Tuesday's Does your busy home have a bathroom where towels are constantly being used? Do you wish your family would take the time to properly hang or fold a towel? Do you have children that never seem to hang up towels after they are used? You can easily solve these problems and more, by installing hooks instead of towels bars, making it a quick and easy to keep bathrooms free of messy towels and clutter. For homes with children, install hooks at a level where children can easily reach them. |
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Posted on Tuesday, November 08, 2011 11:02 AM
Welcome to Quick Tip Tuesday's Don't let recycling plastic bags become a nightmare of clutter throughout your kitchen. Be green the easy way by using an old tissue box for dispensing bags without clutter. |
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Posted on Saturday, November 05, 2011 4:50 PM
It's that time of year again when we turn back the clocks,giving us that extra hour of daylight, as we awake to start our day. As we countdown the final days of 2011, now is the time to use that "power hour" to decide which habits you will NOT FALL BACK ON. Give yourself a goal that once you turn back the clock, you will only move FORWARD towards your goals. Sometimes even with the best of intentions, life can temporarily distract us from personal & professional goals. By keeping a consistent check on your goals, helps you to spot distracting actions or habits, and eliminates time wasters, in order to travel the road towards success. 1. Whenever you find yourself drifting, don't beat yourself up over it. Simply shake it off, get back your direction, and know for next time, what it was that got in the way, and prevent it from distracting you again in the future. 2. Be realistic in your goals. Take small but foreceful steps in driving closer to your goal each day. 3. Be consistent and focused. Pick 1 goal and be relentless at achieving it. Once you have conquered that goal, be ready to move onto the next one. Being too scattered in your efforts, can burn you out, before you have reached your destination. 4. Research your goal, and change direction when necessary in order to achieve success. Sometimes what we start out driving towards is not what we originally set out to find. There is no shame in re-routing your map in order to achieve pinpointed succcess. Today is a great day to move FORWARD, by turning the clock BACK. |
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Posted on Tuesday, October 18, 2011 10:55 PM
Join us for a Special "Treat" as we post "13 Days of Ghostly Creative Tips for your Home" on Facebook each day starting October 19th !! Ghost 1 - October 19th Closet Basket Donations Ghost 2 - October 20th Candle Protectors Ghost 3 - October 21st Halloween Decorating Ideas Ghost 4 - October 22nd Envelope Funnel Ghost 5 - October 23rd Scratch Free Skillets Ghost 6 - October 24th Halloween Decorating Ideas Ghost 7 - October 25th Stay Put Pants Ghost 8 - October 26th Steamer Storage Bins Ghost 9 - October 27th Fall Decorating Ideas Ghost 10 - October 28th Halloween Decorating Ideas Ghost 11 - October 29th Halloween Decorating Ideas Ghost 12 - October 30th Pantry Organizer Ghost 13 - October 31st Elegant Skeletons Keep checking our Facebook everyday thru Oct 31st, for more "Ghostly Creative Tips for your Home" |
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Posted on Tuesday, October 04, 2011 8:07 PM
Are you still waiting for your home to sell? Do you feel like you've been waiting a lifetime for an offer on your home ?
Maybe it's time you
called a Professional ... A Professional Home Stager has the Marketing knowledge and experience to make your Home come alive again. Home Staging is about knowing what it takes to market your home successfully, to the largest number of people. In today's highly competitive market, sellers need now more than ever, to make their homes the best they can be, in order to "Get It Sold". Don't wait until it's too late to sell your home at the highest dollar you deserve. Let Marie Kelly Unlimited put new life back into your Home Sales Success !! |
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Posted on Wednesday, August 17, 2011 1:57 PM
 In today's economy, you need more than just a beautiful home. Smart sellers know that a great agent, along with a beautifully staged home, and professional MLS photos, is the ticket to successfully seeling your home faster and for more money than competitive homes in your area. But even the most beautiful of homes, will NOT sell if your home is priced too high for the consumer market to bear. Selling a home is an emotional experience that also requires understanding of today's economy and how pricing your product, at a price that bears attention, while still offering a fair value, is how successful sellers are overcoming the economy. "Pricing: This is a biggie. Make sure that you give this part some sincere thought. You and your listing agent don't dictate the market - buyers do. In fact, one definition of market value is the price that a ready, willing, and able buyer will pay for your home". If you want to be a successful home seller, you need to be on your game, and follow a professional game plan for winning. In today's economy, the stakes are high, but the rewards can be great. Work with an experienced Real Estate Industry Professional who can help you sell your home, and allow you to start the path to your new dreams. |
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Posted on Saturday, June 25, 2011 10:49 AM
 Ceiling Fans
Outdoor temperatures are on the rise!! Don't forget to adjust your ceiling fans to summer mode. Most fans are reversible, allowing the blades to change with the seasons. Common myths are to push air down in summer to create a cooling breeze below, when actually warm air rises. Therefore the best way to adjust blades is to “raise cool air up” in summer, and “push warm air down” in winter, allowing you to adjust your thermostat to save fuel. Homebuyers also love ceiling fans in bedrooms and family entertainment areas, yet are sometimes a forgotten area of maintenance. Make sure fan blades are clean and dust free for maximum appeal. |
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Posted on Saturday, June 25, 2011 10:31 AM
What's the difference?
Choosing the right professional for the right job in order to maximize your results, can sometimes be an overwhelming decision. While many Home Stagers are excellent at decluttering and creating visual appeal, a Professional Organizer takes organizing matters to a higher level. Professional Organizers and Productivity Experts are trained to implement systems and processes, as well educate on organizing solutions and time management skills. Professional Organizers are also extensively trained in psychology, chronic disorders such as (ADD, ADHD, OCS, Hoarding), organizational techniques, time management, space planning, productivity skills, and more. Home Stagers and Professional Organizers are Specialists in their specific fields and are trained to assist clients with their expertise. When determining your needs, choose the right professional for the job, for maximum success with your goals.
Patricia Marie Kelly Certified, Insured & Experienced - Home Stager & Professional Organizer |
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Posted on Sunday, March 27, 2011 11:12 AM
 Spring has arrived ... and potential buyers are emerging from long winter naps to find new homes !! Now is the time to prepare your home for Spring's rush of showings.... Declutter, Stage, and make that home shine!! Make your home stand out in the crowd. Add punches of bright summer color with pillows and accessories. Add a splash of unexpected color at the front door with early spring florals and a new doormat. And most importantly.......Declutter, declutter, declutter. Nothing hides a homes potential more than clutter. If they can't see the beauty, they won't be able to see the value of why they need to buy it. |
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Posted on Saturday, January 22, 2011 1:21 PM
As a Professional Organizer, I deal with many clients who struggle with letting go of "stuff". Although there may seem like many reasons for holding onto things, basically there are only 2 main reasons. "Stuff" that holds emotional value, which holds you back in the past, and "Stuff" you keep because you believe you will use it in the future. Truthfully the only way to cut through the clutter and live the life you want, is to make choices based on the here and now, and if that choice brings you closer to your goals or dreams. The process is not always easy, but the help of a Professional Organizer can assist in helping you uncover your "stuck zones" and help you find a "clear path" to your dreams. |
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Posted on Wednesday, November 24, 2010 12:04 AM
 The Holidays are a festive time, filled with twinkling lights, colorful ornaments, and cheerful decorations. It is also a great time of year for introducing a variety of colors into your home, and experiment with colors you might otherwise be shy about adding, to your everyday decor plans.Christmas is more than Traditional Red & Green. Today there are many colors, representing the holiday season. Go "Bold" with Turquoise, Purple, Lime Green or Orange. Maybe you prefer something more "Elegant" like White and Silver, or Chocolate Brown & Gold. There are no limits to joy that color and the holiday season can bring to you and your home. Try something new and exciting this season. You just might find yourself incorporating this color into your decor, the whole year long. |
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Posted on Tuesday, November 09, 2010 8:33 PM
Creating Holiday Elegance takes creativity, not money.... In all the rush of holiday dinner and party planning,we sometimes forget that an elegant table is the "centerpiece" to a memorable meal. Best of all, creating something beautiful can many times come from items you may already have in your home or kitchen. A simple wine glass turned upside down with a dash of ribbon, makes a beautiful tea light candle holder that costs you nothing to make. Turn the wine glass upright and you can also place a tea light inside the glass while adding the ribbon curls to the bottom of the stem.Something simple yet elegant, that works with any Holiday or Special Occassion. The possibilities are unlimited, when creativity is your guide. |
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Posted on Tuesday, November 09, 2010 11:18 AM
Just because Halloween is over, doesn't mean the life of your pumpkins are over too .... Consider an easy and elegant way to transition your current decorations into the next holiday, and make your Thanksgiving sparkle, while adding interest to your curb appeal. Spray selected pumpkins with a Latex Metallic Gold or Silver paint for striking color and elegance. Next trim with colorful fall leaves or ribbons and you are set to go for making the ordinary into extraordinary, for holiday guests and Fall curb appeal. (Photo courtesy of: Country Living Magazine) |
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Posted on Monday, November 01, 2010 5:44 PM
A new season has once again arrived. Gone are the days of summer warmth and picnics at the beach, yet what is it about Fall we all look forward to and love? Is it the colorful foliage, the crisp autumn air, the festive holiday decorations, the anticipation of holiday gatherings with family and friends…..or maybe it’s the “Emotion” that Fall colors trigger in us. Maybe its the Red leaves that "inspire us, or the Yellows ones that make us "happy", or even the brown leaves mixed in with them that make us feel "luxrious" or "comforted". Red – one of the most powerful colors, it inspires alertness, stimulates conversation and increases vitality. Red is commonly associated with passion, fire, and energy. Yellow – a powerful color that suggests warmth, happiness, and energy. Brown – an Earth color representing a feeling of being grounded or connected, while brown also reminds of “chocolate”, which makes us feel luxurious and comforted. Orange– a color associated with Fall, and a symbol of strength endurance and creativity. All Colors create an emotion. Knowing the symbolic meaning behind colors can help you better select a color for your home and the “feeling” you want to project. |
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Patricia Marie Kelly: Posted on Monday, November 01, 2010 2:00 PM
Welcome to our new Blog... Where we hope to inform and inspire you with creativity, on a variety of Decorating, Design, and Organizational Topics, for a more Balanced and Beautiful Life! |
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