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The 2016 Smart Home Holiday Gift Guide

Posted by Natalie Arnold on December 15, 2016 in  uncategorized
We’ve laid out a comprehensive smart home gift guide for this year’s holiday season and everyone who will be gathered in your home. The holidays are right around the corner. But that doesn’t mean you don’t have time to get something special. For the second year in a row, we’ve put together the Smart Home Holiday Gift Guide for everyone on your list. For the one selling their home: Smart Home Staging Kit According to a Coldwell Banker survey this year, 71 percent of Ame... read more

The 2018 Home Upgrades for New Homeowners

The best way to personalize your space and give it a fresh vibe is to make upgrades—big or small—that let your personality shine
Posted by Josh Arnold on January 02, 2018 in  uncategorized
Guest post by Jessica Thiefels The best way to personalize your space and give it a fresh, polished vibe is to make upgrades—big or small—that let your personality shine. Whether you’re ready to undertake a major remodeling project or only have the budget for a few modern touches, these DIY renovation ideas are a great place to start. Welcome 2018 with an updated home that’s perfect for new beginnings and a lifetime of memories. Make Your Kitchen Colorful Gone is the popularity of a whit... read more

The 7 Do’s of Holiday Decorating When Your Home Is for Sale

You can still be festive. These tips will help you celebrate — without alienating would-be buyers.
Posted by Josh Arnold on December 08, 2016 in  uncategorized
Selling your home through the holiday season can certainly come with a few challenges. Chilly, wet weather and falling leaves in November and December might mean more raking and shoveling to keep your home pristine. However, the damp weather and dark skies don’t have to squelch your holiday spirit. In fact, the holidays are a perfect time to showcase the warmth and character of your home to prospective buyers. If you’ve already got the basics of staging under control — meaning you’ve p... read more

The Albrights: A Heartwarming Story

Posted by Lori Arnold on March 09, 2012 in  uncategorized
Enjoy this post from one of our CB colleagues that attended Generation Blue last week..... (re-posted by Lori Arnold)        From the day I started at Coldwell Banker Real Estate on December 19, 2011 I knew that Gen Blue was going to be one amazing event. As the rookie of the group I sat in on Gen Blue planning meetings still unsure of what to expect when we actually got to New Orleans. I did know that it was going to be unlike anything I had ever attended and I was right. Th... read more

The Art of Art Placement

Things to think about before hanging art up in your home.
Posted by Josh Arnold on March 24, 2021 in  uncategorized
Ever wonder what magic tricks interior designers have up their sleeves? There’s no secret. It’s just an understanding of what’s aesthetically pleasing to the eye, and why. And like so many things in life that work well, it’s all about balance. Considering where you place objets d’art – your favorite things – is key to pulling off a professional looking interior design. When hanging artwork, first look at the big picture. Make sure the scale of the piece doesn’t over- ... read more