What are Valuable Home Features that May Be a Big Waste of Money?

Paying too much or full prize these days is not something anymore likes.  That is true when you are looking for a new home.  It’s time to make your home-buying dollar count so you aren’t wasting your hard-earned money on things you may not want or need in a home.

A Huge Yard- If you are not an outdoor person or don’t see yourself spending a lot of time outside, why spend the extra money for the home that has one?  Sellers may charge a premium for those extra patches of grass in the yard which you may end up paying even more in maintenance.

A “Short” Commute You Won’t Use- If you work from home, don’t commute during busy times, or retired living downtown or near public transportation may not be right for you. Living in these areas tend to have increased house prices as they attract those who will take advantage of it.

Top School District- If you don’t have kids in the home or don’t plan to have kids in the home you are looking to buy, why spend more money to live in a top school district?  People tend to over pay for home that are in a good school district to ensure their children will get a good education.

Single Story Home When You Prefer a Two Story- Single story homes can be more expensive depending on the area and price of land.  Typically, single story home takes up more land which can cost you more.

Fancy Amenities You Won’t Use- If you don’t spend time working in the garage, why spend extra money on home that has a heated garage?  Or if you don’t drink, why purchase a home with a built-in bar with a wine fridge.  These premium upgrades will send a purchase of the home’s price up.

What are the Fall Home Décor Trends?

New season, new Starbucks drinks, and time for new home décor.  Decorators are predicting this year’s trends to be rich tones, color blocks, and big fancy florals.  With these trends in mind, how can you incorporate them into your décor?

1.    Oversized Florals- who doesn’t love a floral print on an oversized scale? Be sure you don’t overdo the florals in your room.  Stick with one or two pieces with oversized florals.

2.    Modern Neutrals- keeping your look beautiful and simple by adding different elements of natural-looking furniture and décor.  Try focusing on stripped timbers, wood grain, and add in simple or natural materials. 

3.    Gold- gold may have been the trend in spring/summer but it’s still holding on and you’ll see it even more this season! Switch up how you used gold in the past- instead of accessories go for the carpet or a splash of paint.

4.    Tacticle Kitchen- kitchens are continuously going through changes and they may not be about adding one style rather mixing styles. It’s all about adding a mix of different styles into one kitchen with contrasting colors.

5.    Jet black- black seems to be the color of classy and elegance but in home design it may be changing a bit. If you are a fan of monochrome you will love this trend. It’s all about the accessories and they need to be black! Combine this look with tactile pieces and it will help balance it out.