It’s tempting to let spring cleaning stall out once you get to the more personal parts of the home, like bedrooms and playrooms. Keep your momentum with these checklists! Did you miss the earlier parts of our series? Get checklists for spring cleaning kitchens and mudrooms, and common areas and bathrooms. Bedrooms: Open the windows to let fresh air in and cleaning fumes out. Each member of the household should make time to declutter and clean his or her own bedroom, starting with the closet.…
‘Tis the season for a clean sweep! Tackle your spring cleaning chores with our series of handy checklists. Did you miss Part 1 (kitchens and mudrooms)? It’s here! » Common areas (living room, great room, media room, dining room, etc.): Open the windows to let fresh air in and cleaning fumes out. Set aside a box, bag or basket for each member of the household and fill it with the personal items that tend to accumulate in common areas—but shouldn’t. If you have further decluttering to…
Spring cleaning can seem like an overwhelming task. Use our series of room-by-room checklists to help you plan and track your progress! Kitchen: Open the windows to let fresh air in and cleaning fumes out. Declutter. Clean and store (or get rid of) any kitchen gadgets or cookware you don’t use regularly. Check water bottles, travel mugs and plastic storage containers for wear and tear or missing pieces. If you’re feeling brave, tackle the junk drawer and see if you can find better homes for…
Colorado is popular among new homebuyers, and not just because it boasts over 300 days of sunshine a year. The Centennial State is celebrated for its rich history, diverse geography, booming economy, thriving arts scene and seemingly endless array of recreational opportunities. But planting roots in Colorado doesn’t have to mean residing in a major metropolitan area like Denver, Boulder or Colorado Springs. If you want to avoid the hustle and bustle of the big city and enjoy a slower, more relaxed pace of life,…
Is it the best time to sell your home? Not sure if it’s the right time? There are pros and cons to selling your home and moving during every season of the year. Here’s a quick look at what you can expect throughout the year. SPRING Pros: Spring is selling season in the housing industry. A lot of buyers are in the market and you can expect more traffic than many other times of year. With grass greening and flowers blooming, it’s also a great…
