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Renovating a bathroom is not just about boosting the visual appeal—it's about enhancing the functionality and value of your home. Whether you're a homeowner planning to enjoy a new bathroom feel or a real estate agent looking to increase a property's market value, understanding each stage of the bathroom renovation process is important before undergoing any renovation considerations.

When you’re getting ready to buy a house, you want every chance possible to make sure your offer wins you the house of your dreams. Unfortunately, if you’re up against a cash buyer, chances are slim that your financed offer will even be considered and that’s because in the world of real estate cash is king.

Choosing a great floor for your bathroom, as part of a broader bathroom remodel, can significantly impact the overall look and feel of the space. You may have been looking at your outdated bathroom tiles and wondering if it's time for an upgrade.‍ But selecting the ideal bathroom flooring goes beyond just its visual appeal. It's important to consider the flooring's durability and its resistance to water.‍ Most homeowners, when considering a bathroom floor remodel, often think about a flooring remodel that best suits their needs and usually find themselves torn between two popular choices - vinyl or tile.

Remodeling your home involves making a lot of choices that can lead to some amazing results. Beyond just painting walls or updating furniture, a significant way to breathe new life into your space is by selecting the perfect flooring. The perfect flooring option can complement and elevate your home's design, allowing your distinct style to shine through. However, if you're uncertain about which flooring to go with, we’ve handpicked the top five flooring options to inspire your remodeling project and highlighted some important things to consider.

Do you plan on selling your house? With millennial buyers entering the market, turnkey homes are becoming increasingly more popular. Understanding these characteristics will set you up for success.

Deciding to sell your home is a big deal, it requires a ton of careful planning, and having the answers to some hard-hitting questions like, how much should I sell my home for? Should I renovate before selling? Which Realtor is the right fit for me? And when is the best time to sell my home? Timing plays a big part in ultimately determining the success of your sale and the amount of profit you can potentially make. But it can all be so overwhelming, so we created this guide to help inform future sellers on what factors influence home sales and when to sell your home for the best profit, including seasonal trends, market conditions, local market dynamics, and personal circumstances.

Updating your home with smart technology can revolutionize the way you live. From enhancing energy efficiency and security to boosting comfort and convenience, smart home upgrades deliver intelligent solutions for modern life. If you're already planning renovations, it's the perfect opportunity to integrate cutting-edge smart systems from the start.

If you’ve been in the market for a home in the past year you know that mortgage rates have climbed quickly in recent months. Average mortgage rates for 30-year fixed-rate loans were under 3% for much of 2021, according to data from Freddie Mac. By mid-April 2022 rates climbed above 5%.

When it comes to home remodeling, one of the most common questions homeowners face is whether their bathroom and kitchen cabinets should match. Cabinetry is an eye-catcher and plays a big role in the overall aesthetics of a home. Think about it, statement cabinets painted in an earthy green or dark navy are certainly bolder than traditional natural wood or white cabinets. While both hold their own appeal and can be the ‘right’ fit for different homes and style preferences, this article explores the benefits and drawbacks of having matching cabinets versus mixing them up. Let’s start with the pros–

As the housing market shifts to one that is balanced between buyers and sellers, home sellers are more likely to want to take the extra step of renovating their home for maximum profits. Several companies including Revive now offer concierge services that provide design guidance, project management, contractors and financing to renovate a home to appeal to today’s buyers.