Gone are the days of rising home values and easy mortgage. Most real estate news is about the doom and gloom of falling house prices, foreclosures and mortgage stress. However, in reality it does not affect everyone. The general morale of the real estate sector may be down, but if you’re not financially struggling then [...]
I was browsing the web for some great patio ideas when I chanced upon the “Famous Patios of Cordoba, Spain” : The homes in Cordoba, Spain feature a central patio with some dating back to the days of the Romans. This is to keep the house cool due to the hot and dry climate of [...]
Right now, the real estate slump is big news everywhere. Everyone is urged to save for more tough times ahead. The recent real estate turmoil is a reality check that we should spend our money more wisely. Finding value in your real estate investments is the new name of the game. If you have to [...]
Yesterday, my thoughts were preoccupied with the things I wanted to do with our house. I rearranged the furniture just the other day. I’m still deciding on whether to buy a huge plant or a divider as a privacy screen near the entrance door. I can’t wait for our new TV entertainment unit to arrive. [...]
I’m a big fan of interior designers. I’ve worked in the real estate industry for several years and witnessed how interior designers can transform: The ugliest rooms to a fancy one… The tiniest rooms to a multi-functional area… A tired space to a designer showcase… (These photos are from decor8′s portfolio in Flicker. ) One [...]
