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Fall Decor “Must Haves”
Happy Wednesday! As the weather gets cooler, my heart gets fuller… Time seems to slow down a bit and I find myself reflecting on how grateful I am. I love the fall. I love the warm fall colors, the cool weather, football and of course the holidays. Let’s talk colors. Fall colors consist of various shades of yellow, red, orange, purple and many more. The colors are so warm and inviting and they bring such a rich hue to any space when added correctly. Adding Fall colors to your home doesn’t mean you have to completely change out your entire decor set up and change out your color scheme to…
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Prepare Your Home for Fall and Winter
The first day of Fall is literally right around the corner! As we prepare to say goodbye to hot, sunny days until next spring, now is a good time to start thinking of how to prepare your home for the cool weather ahead. The needs of our homes change as the seasons change; for example: swapping out that weekend lawn mowing session for raking or leaf blowing. Giving some special attention to your home prior to fall/winter will help you be prepared to face those chilly days head on. I have compiled a to-do list to help you transition your home smoothly into the colder months. Inspect Doors and Windows…
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The Health Benefits of a Stress-Free Life
Hello friends, Most people associate being unhealthy with eating junk food and not exercising, but what about stress? Life can be challenging and sometimes we overload ourselves to the point where we are stressed out. Well, it’s time to pause, take a deep breath, and de-stress, because stressing out is just as unhealthy as the donuts. According to the American Institute of Stress, stress weighs on your emotions, behavioral traits, and can lead to heart disease (http://www.stress.org/stress-and-heart-disease/). So let’s talk about the benefits of living stress-free. Less Weight Gain Cortisol is a hormone related to stress. It’s released by the adrenal glands in response to stress. But cortisol is also…
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Should You Consider Forbearance?
Hey everyone, This weekend I partnered with one of the best mortgage lenders in North Alabama to break down the truth about mortgage forbearance. Heidi has been a mortgage lender for 10 years and prior to mortgage she was licensed realtor. If there are any mortgage related questions or concerns I have, I know I can call on Heidi. I also know I can count on Heidi to take excellent care of my clients. If you have any additional mortgage related questions after reading this post or if you’re considering refinancing your home, Heidi’s information will be listed below. So here’s what Heidi shared with me about the Mortgage Forbearance.…
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Real Estate Stats for June
Happy Friday!!! Yes, two post in one week. Say whhaatt! I just wanted to drop in and share our market stats for the month of June 2020. In spite of COVID, the real estate market is booming and our Coldwell Banker of the Valley team has been busy. Here are our office stats for the month of June. Also, if you know anyone looking to buy or sell, please have them contact me. Have a great weekend! Candice
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ALOHA JULY- How To Plan Out Your Month
Need tips on how to plan out your month? In this post, I've listed my top 3 tips on how I plan my month.
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Looking To Enhance Your Curb Appeal? Try This
Landscaping doesn’t have to be daunting. In fact, it can be very fun and rewarding if you plan out your project before hand. The tips I have listed below are easy enough to achieve without hiring a professional. Check out these simple and easy DIY tips to enhance your curb appeal. Choose a focal point. A great design starts with one big item… A tree, fountain or shrub. If you have any of those items, start there. Enhance the item and draw the eyes to that one focal point. Fill side yards with mulch, pea gravel or sand. A full look in these areas are appealing to the eye and…
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Working From Home? Here’s How To Do So Effectively.
Our homes have become the classroom and the office for many of us. Home is where you go to escape from reality. It is our safe place. But now home has become our everything lol. The only place we can go and stay at this point due to coronavirus (covid-19). I don’t know about you but I’ve just about figured out how to master this working from home reality. Don’t get me wrong, I am not complaining as I understand the importance of staying home and practicing social distancing. Below are a few tips that have helped me come up with a routine to remain productive. 1. Wake up at…
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Covid-19 and Real Estate
I pray you all are safe and well. If you are in the state of Alabama. Governor Ivy announced that all “non-essential” businesses are to close until April 17, 2020. Thankfully, Real Estate was not included and is considered to be an essential business. We must adhere to all safety guidelines that are in place by the Alabama Department of Public Health. With that being said, all Open Houses are terminated until April 17, 2020. Real Estate in the North Alabama area is booming and I am here to help with your real estate goals. We have many options in place such as providing virtual tours, virtual buyer consultations and…
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5 Reasons Why People are Afraid to Buy a House
I often hear people say, “I want to buy a house but I’m afraid”. So I did a little digging to find out what those fears were. Here are top 5 reasons why people are afraid of home buying.
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Huntsville Area Real Estate Stats for December
Huntsville area real estate market statistics.
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More Development Coming to Huntsville, Al
Check out this amazing article from our local news station about the latest development coming to Huntsville Al. Oh and did I mentioned more single family homes. We have houses and we need you! Huntsville is truly the place to be! Read the article below. WAAY-TV Article Of course, if there’s anything I can do to assist you with your real estate needs. Please reach out. Thanks, Candice
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It’s a New Year!!!
Happy New Year to you and your family! In 2019, I vowed to do a lot of things differently like blog more, eat healthier blah blah blah. I failed at a lot of things last year and/or simply did not start many things I said I would. I got mad at myself a lot and did not speak encouraging words as I should have to myself. I found myself helping others accomplish their goals while I put mine on the back burner. I became burnt out with real estate and questioned if I should keep going or if I had reached my limit. This year, I vow to push myself…
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Simple Wall Decor…. Using Wall Baskets
Are you looking for simple and cute ways to decorate your bare walls at home or in your office. Check out the latest trend using wall baskets. I have seen this look on HGTV, Better Homes and Garden and all over social media and I hate to admit, but I actually like it. Now, my husband would say, “don’t find any creative ways to incorporate this trend in our home” insert eye roll lol. The cool thing about wall basket decor is that you don’t have to be perfect with creating your desired look. Your baskets don’t have to match and in fact, it looks better when you mix and…
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A Few Things To Consider When Searching For A Home.
There are a lot of moving parts when you are in the process of finding a new home. Here are a few things to consider to make sure you’re in the best position to make your move: Features: What and Why It’s helpful to make lists when you’re looking for your next home. Some things are non-negotiable, but others are more flexible. I’ve always found that it is helpful to make a list of what you want, but also include WHY you want it. Requirement: Large, open kitchen Why: Because I host quarterly parties at home for my business. OR Because I have a large family and we love spending time in…
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Grow through what you Go through
Good Afternoon!!! There will be some days and there will be some bad days but with everything in you, keep your faith in God. Life isn’t perfect and it will never be. Many have faced hard times in their lifetime but chose to turn their pain into a testimony. I myself have faced difficult times but chose to use those times to make adjustments to who I thought I was. To better myself and stand up for myself. I remember back on when I lost my job. That was very hard for me but it actually turned out to be the best time ever for me. I had to use…
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Tips on Creating a Warm and Cozy Home.
Ahhh, finally. The cool weather is here. And I’m getting cozy throw blankets and fireplace vibes. Don’t get me wrong, I love warm weather but hey, we can’t do anything about the seasonal change except for embrace it and adjust to it for the time being. Which is why I’m writing this post. Warmer weather brings out the bright and cheery side of us from our fashion to our homes. While cooler weather brings out the loving, calm and cozy side of us. If that’s not the case for you, oh well! The fall just makes my heart smile as I can finally slow down and take deep breaths and…
