22 12, 2020

3 Things You Should Know Before Buying Peel-and-Stick Flooring

2020-12-22T15:58:36-05:00December 22nd, 2020|Categories: Flipping, Home Improvements, Home Upgrades, Investing, Selling, Tips|Tags: , , , , , , |

As you know, installing floors during a flip renovation can be a time consuming and expensive process—whether they’re hardwoods, natural stone, porcelain, or ceramic planks. Peel-and-stick flooring can be a relatively quick, inexpensive, and easy alternative for areas inside your property, since the planks—or tiles—are applied over the subfloor much like wallpaper, but thicker of course. Peel-and-stick flooring, also referred to as vinyl plank flooring, comes in a variety of styles and patterns. But before you invest in it here are some things you should know. The Cost of Installation You may be able to install peel-and-stick flooring yourself, but

16 12, 2020

5 Interior Design Elements You Need for Modern Farmhouse Style

2020-12-16T21:05:43-05:00December 16th, 2020|Categories: Home Improvements, Home Upgrades, Remodeling Tips, Tips|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , |

If you want to give the interior of your flip some modern farmhouse style consider these design options. Not every element needs to be incorporated, but these will definitely evoke the modern farmhouse feel. Sliding Barn Doors Sliding barn doors are wildly popular in today’s modern farmhouse interior designs and can be great space savers for rooms that have small footprints where doors that swing open present a challenge. Barn doors can be constructed using wood panels like driftwood, pine, and reclaimed woods, which can be left in their natural state for a pastoral look. For a more modern appearance

11 12, 2020

4 Architectural Elements You Need for a Modern Farmhouse-Style Home

2020-12-16T18:46:05-05:00December 11th, 2020|Categories: Home Improvements, Tips|Tags: , , , , , , |

You may have heard the term modern farmhouse bandied about a lot in 2020, and for good reason—it’s the favorite home style of a majority of Americans. In fact in a recent survey conducted by Homes.com Americans in 42 states identified it as their favorite home design. But what exactly is the modern farmhouse style? If you’re thinking about taking advantage of this popular home design for your next flip here are four important architectural elements you’ll need to consider. Front Porch A front porch is a staple of the modern farmhouse style and it gives the home a welcoming

6 12, 2020

Builder Confidence Reaches All-Time High

2020-11-20T22:29:26-05:00December 6th, 2020|Categories: Investing, Investment, Investments, New Construction, New Home Development, New Homes, Real Estate, Tips|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

Home builders are confident about current single-family home sales and sales expectations for the next six months. As a house flipper this can be a positive sign for the fate of projects you’ve got in progress, and in the pipeline. The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI), which measures builder confidence, reached 90 points in November (on a scale from 0 to 100), according to an article published on the NAHB website. This is the highest score ever recorded since the index was created 35 years ago, and marks only the third time it has

1 12, 2020

4 Design Features of Vinyl Siding to Consider for Your Flip

2020-11-20T22:21:21-05:00December 1st, 2020|Categories: Curb Appeal, Flipping, Home Improvements, Home Upgrades, Investing, Remodeling Tips, Tips|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

If you’re thinking about replacing the siding on your flip you shouldn’t feel limited by your options. Today’s vinyl siding comes in a wide variety of sophisticated styles to help you create the look you’re going for without hurting your budget. We’ve summarized some design features for you here, as curated by BobVila.com. Wood Looks There are many options available on the market for vinyl shingle siding that resembles natural wood. These shingles imitate the texture and variance of wood—without all of the wear and tear. They are impervious to insects, they won’t absorb water, and they can withstand strong

27 11, 2020

3 More Design Options That Can Make Any Bathroom Appear Larger

2020-11-20T22:14:35-05:00November 27th, 2020|Categories: Flipping, Home Improvements, Home Upgrades, Investing, Investment, Remodeling Tips, Tips|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Whether the bathroom in your current project is spacious, or somewhat on the small side, these three design options can make it appear larger. White on White Not only does a white color scheme create a fresh, clean, classic, and neutral look, but it can open up your bathroom and make it appear more spacious. Features like a white vanity, white tile, and white paint to complement a white tub, sink, and toilet can do the trick. It’s a lot of white, so just in case you’re worried that the space will lack character consider incorporating pale stone or tile

22 11, 2020

Does the Next House You Sell Need a “Zoom Room”?

2020-11-20T22:05:58-05:00November 22nd, 2020|Categories: Business, Home Upgrades, Remodeling Tips, Tips|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Working from home has changed a lot about the real estate market – most notably, what buyers are looking for in new homes. That’s where the “Zoom room” comes in. Does the Next House You Sell Need a Zoom Room? You may have already seen the phrase Zoom room in real estate listings – and if you haven’t, you likely soon will. A Zoom room is a space where people can attend videoconferences with a nice backdrop and few distractions. You don’t have to make it an entire space; even a cozy corner marketed that way could help when you’re

16 11, 2020

Pests in the Plumbing: 3 Real-World Scenarios Flippers Need to Watch For

2020-11-20T22:00:44-05:00November 16th, 2020|Categories: Flipping, Home Improvements, Home Upgrades, Tips|Tags: , , , , , , |

If you’re flipping houses, you’re already familiar with pest control and all the things you need to do to ensure a space is clear for the people who buy it – but how much have you thought about pests in the plumbing? Pests in the Plumbing: 3 Real-World Scenarios Flippers Need to Watch For Stumped about where a pest problem is coming from? Get eyes-on the plumbing. According to experts, mice and rats, frogs and even roaches can come in through unexpected places. Here’s a closer look at what you need to know. Mice and Rats: No Admittance (Except Through

11 11, 2020

3 Design Features That Make Any Bathroom Look Larger

2020-11-12T21:49:24-05:00November 11th, 2020|Categories: Home Improvements, Home Upgrades, How To, Investing, Tips|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

Kitchens and baths sell houses—you know this firsthand from your experience as a house flipper. However, if the bathroom in your current project is somewhat on the smallish side consider incorporating these design features to make it appear larger without having to increase its footprint. Floating Vanities In a small bathroom it can sometimes be a challenge to give buyers an ample amount of storage and at the same time keep the space looking as roomy as possible. A floating vanity can strike the perfect balance. It can provide plenty of space to store toiletries and other essentials while keeping

1 11, 2020

3 Design Tricks That Make a Bathroom Look Cleaner

2020-10-27T18:52:04-04:00November 1st, 2020|Categories: Flipping, Home Improvements, Home Upgrades, Remodeling Tips, Tips|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , |

On your next flip give potential buyers a bathroom that’s not only beautiful, but one that’s designed to make dirt less visible—which can mean less scrubbing, less often. Consider these design tricks to deliver just that. Large Floor Tiles Consider using larger tiles on the floor and in the shower. Bigger tiles means less tiles needed to cover surfaces, which translates to fewer grout lines between tiles. This is a good thing because when grout becomes stained and aged it can make a clean bathroom appear less so. So reducing grout lines on your floor and in your shower can

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