Articles in buying new home

How to Choose the Right Color Temperature Bulbs for Your Rooms

September 26, 2014

How a room is lit affects the overall impression of the space. Lighting adds drama and function to a room, and the best lighting scheme uses natural light supplemented with ambient, task, and accent lighting, without overusing any of them. Read More »

5 Easy Tips to Save Energy and Money While Decorating Your Home

June 20, 2014

When you think about energy savings for your home, you probably think only of your air conditioner or appliances, but there are plenty of small changes you can make around your home to improve its efficiency. Even the way you decorate can make a difference on your energy bill. Check out these five tips for easy ways to save energy at home. Read More »

7 Ways to Help Your Family Adjust to a New City

April 17, 2014

Uprooting yourself from a familiar place you call home can prove to be a tough task. It takes careful planning, the support of your friends and family, and a period of adjustment to your new locale like Houston. However, if you do intend on moving, following a few simple guidelines can help make your family’s transition easier and more comfortable. Read More »

5 Ways to Minimize Surprise Moving Costs

October 3, 2013

As if moving weren’t stressful enough, it can also carry with it a host of unanticipated costs. Prepare yourself with our rundown of surprise fees and hidden expenses. Read More »

How to Make Your Old Furniture Work in a New Space

September 6, 2013

Most people don’t start from scratch with every new home they occupy; our furniture follows us, and we have to make it work where we end up. But accepting that fact doesn’t make it any less annoying to find that your old dining set looks dated in your new kitchen, or that your sectional sofa is blocking the flow in your new living room. Read More »

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