September 30 2015

We’ve conducted another survey about the real estate consumer, this time in partnership with AREAA (Asian Real Estate Association of America). Our goal was to learn more about the Chinese-American consumer and the effect that feng shui plays in their buying and selling decision. As usual, we came away with …
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December 31 2010

If you’ve never bought a bed before or haven’t purchased a new bed in the last 10 years, you’ll have an easier time shopping by remembering one simple thing – size matters.
How big do you want your bed to be? First, consider your current needs. Are you downsizing or …
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December 31 2010

Does your house have housitosis? Your home may have “bad breath” from all your delicious cooking. If cooking smells linger long after the meal is served, it’s time to take action.
The best remedy is to prevent the odors in the first place. This is easily done through proper ventilation …
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December 31 2010

Finding great used furniture takes some digging – yard sales, consignment stores, antique malls, and more. Some items aren’t worth the trip home, so before you plunk you’re your money, consider some tips on what makes a smart buy in used furniture.
Dealista.QuickAndDirtyTips.com’s Linsey Knerl offers a short list of …
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December 31 2010

Color personality tests are fun to take. Who doesn’t enjoy being told that they’re true blue or mellow yellow?
The color tests help confirm who you already know you are, or perhaps which shades you wear best, which you may also already know, but they may not help you when …
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November 30 2010

Few colors are more attention-getting than red. As the most sensual of the primary colors, red represents the polar ends of emotion – from anger (seeing red) to joy (paint the town red) to love (my love is like a red, red rose.) It connotes passion, power, danger and celebration. …
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November 30 2010

Today’s kitchens are filled with all kinds of gastronomical gadgets, from coffee bean grinders to indoor rotisseries. You have everything you need to prepare five star cuisine, yet kitchen trends are leaning toward minimalism. That means you can show off your white marble countertops, commercial range and custom backsplash, if …
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