Hiring a painting contractor can be a formidable task, mainly because there are so many out there. How can you know if a particular contractor is a good one before you let them paint your home?

Start out by asking for references from jobs that have been recently completed. Be sure to take time to contact the references. This will be one of your best sources of information before making a decision. Be sure any contractor that you consider hiring is fully licensed, bonded and insured. Ask who will actually be doing the work. Will it be experienced PermaLinkRead More »

The kitchen is the heart of the home. Decorating your kitchen can be just as fun as any other room in your home; however, in the kitchen, you will have to “spice” things up with the paint that you choose. Kitchen paint colors no longer have to be dull and boring; they can be bright and cheerful. Kitchen paint should reflect your personality just like with any other room color or decorating items in your home.

Think you’re ready to put your home on the real estate market and sell it? You may think you have completed your mental checklist of getting your house ready for the real estate market and the public, but have you considered all the things you can do—and the things you should get rid of, too—to increase the value and worth of your house beforehand?