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How to Spruce Up a Boring Kitchen

Wednesday, March 1, 2017
by The Hat Team

The kitchen is a place in the home where many hours are spent preparing meals and spending time with family.  If the kitchen is boring and not ecstatically pleasing to you or your family, no one is going to want to spend any time there.  Below is a list of a few ways in which you can spruce up your boring kitchen and make it a place where you really love to be.  

  1. One of the first ways you might think about to spruce up a boring kitchen is buying new appliances.  The typical type of appliance these days is stainless steel.  Another type of appliance that folks are using these days are the ones that look just like cabinets.  Whatever type of appliance you decide to buy, you will be helping your kitchen look as good as it possibly can.
  2. Another way to spruce up your kitchen is by changing the paint color.  If your kitchen is older, it is possible that the paint has gotten worn over the years and adding a pop of color with new paint can make all the difference in the world.
  3. Yet another good way to spruce up a boring kitchen  is by changing the cabinets.  You can choose to have all new cabinets put in or you could just change the way they look by painting them.  Antiquing is a popular way to refinish and spruce up furniture.  Antiqued cabinets are very beautiful and can make a kitchen look really nice. 
  4. Buying some new lighting for your kitchen is an easy way to spruce it up.  You can get as crazy as you want with lighting when it comes to making your kitchen an exciting place to be.  Go to your local hardware or lighting store to see what all is available for you to choose from. 
  5. New flooring in the kitchen is another way to make it look updated.  If you currently have laminate you may want to change it to tile, or you could choose to extend the hardwoods from the family room or whatever room adjoins the kitchen into the kitchen.   

These are just a few ideas for sprucing up a boring kitchen.  Hopefully they will get you started in the right direction for making your kitchen a room that everyone wants to congregate in.  

Courtesy of Montgomery AL Real Estate Expert Sandra Nickel.   

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Montgomery Home For Sale: 2228 S Sutherland Dr, Montgomery, AL 36116

Wednesday, February 15, 2017
by The Hat Team

Montgomery Home For Sale:

2228 S Sutherland Dr, Montgomery, AL 36116

MLS# 411601

3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | 1 half bath | 1,832 square feet | Briar Gate

Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac is this wonderful house, perfect for first time home buyers or a family looking for more space! Situated on a large lot with a fenced in back yard, this home is inviting from the front porch to the back covered patio. The great room offers a wood burning fireplace and laminate floors. The kitchen is bright and has plenty of room for a big table. Spacious master down stairs, second bedroom and half bath. Upstairs is a bedroom, full bath and bonus room (currently used as a bedroom) that would make a nice playroom or office. Don't miss the large wired workshop for the handyman's tools or just extra storage. Additional features include AC replaced in 2014, an attic fan, walk in attic storage, an attached storage room, new fence with drive through gate, two linen closets and a coat closet. Check it out today!

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor Lauren Layfield, Sandra Nickel Hat Team

 

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Decorating Ideas for Your Pho Fireplace

Wednesday, February 15, 2017
by The Hat Team

It’s during this time of year that many of us start to put our fireplaces into use.  Since fireplaces are used typically to burn wood, those of you who have a fireplace that is just for looks may not know that you can decorate it to make it stand out and look very nice.  Below are a few ideas for decorating your pho fireplace  this season. 

  1. If you want your fireplace to look like it has some sort of warm glow like a fire can add, you should put a few candles inside of the fireplace during the winter months.  You can choose to use real candles to give a very warm firelight glow or you can even use battery operated candles to add a similar effect.  Ether type of candle you choose will be sure to add a touch of class to your fireplace this winter. 
  2. Another way to decorate your non working fireplace  is to use it for something other than it is designed to be used for such as a bookcase.  If you have students in your household and you find they like to spend a lot of time in the main room of the house, (where the fireplace can typically be found) using the space as a bookshelf is very beneficial not only for decorative purposes but also as a way to get your students to pick up a book or two and read it. 
  3. A great way to decorate your fireplace is to add some sparkling lights to it.    A few glass ornaments with some lights draped around them is a great way to liven up your fireplace during the holiday season. 
  4. If you have a special piece of artwork that you have no idea where to display, you may want to use your fireplace for this.  Typically a fireplace is the focal point of a room and adding a piece of art to this will only make it stand out that much more. 

These are just a few ideas on decorating your pho fireplace, there are many more ideas out there you just have to be a little creative and open minded in using the space for something other than fire.  When you think outside the box you never know where your decorating ideas may take you.   

Courtesy of Montgomery AL Real Estate Expert Sandra Nickel.   

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Montgomery Alabama Home For Sale: 3716 Dalraida Terrace, Montgomery, AL 36109

Wednesday, February 15, 2017
by The Hat Team

Montgomery, AL home for sale:

3716 Dalraida Terrace, Montgomery, Alabama 36109

MLS# 411305

5 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms | 2,400 square feet | Dalraida

Incredible Mid-Century modern tri-level home on one of the quietest dead end streets in area. Desirable Dalraida school district. Five bedrooms and three colorful tiled retro baths in good condition. 2400 sq. ft of well laid out space with plenty of entertaining area. Nice private covered side porch off living and dining area. Updated kitchen with granite counter tops, gray cabinets and new flooring. Minutes from Gunter AFB, shopping and restaurants. Pretty treed 90 ft. wide lot which gives you good space between your neighbors. Large backyard with nice detached storage building. There is also a bonus room and an attached workshop. All new energy efficient windows. New water heater and two HVAC units installed in 2011. Built from quality materials of days gone by including beautiful hardwood floors. Dry basement houses washer, dryer and extra storage. Recent exterior paint. Seller has had a pre inspection done which they have already preformed many minor repairs. On file and available for buyers. Seller is also providing a one year AHS warranty. Please call us or your favorite agent to see this great piece of property today.

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor Frank Powell, Sandra Nickel Hat Team!

 

 

 

 

 

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Midtown Montgomery Home for Sale 3637 Cloverdale Road Montgomery, AL 36111

Tuesday, February 7, 2017
by The Hat Team

 

Midtown Montgomery Home for Sale

3637 CLOVERDALE RD, MONTGOMERY, AL 36111

MLS# 411432

3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1,655 square feet | Midtown Montgomery - Normandale

Pride of ownership is evident in this immaculately cared for Midtown Montgomery home. Formal and casual spaces for you and your family to live in plus well-proportioned rooms. The back yard is the real show-stopper on this property. Great covered outdoor living area and enclosed workshop/craft room are surrounded by heirloom plants, shrubs, and flowering bushes. Raised beds are there for gardening. One of the loveliest yards in the springtime!

Marketed by Montgomery, AL Realtor Billy Young, Sandra Nickel Hat Team

 

 

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Montgomery, AL Home For Sale: 2651 Clement Curve Montgomery AL

Saturday, January 28, 2017
by The Hat Team

Montgomery, AL Home For Sale:

2651 Clement Curve Montgomery AL

3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1,402 square feet | Gladlane Estate

Investor special! Property appears to have some structural issues, but is otherwise a nice investment property. Property has recently rented for $850 per month with long term tenants. Nice street!

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor Billy Young, Sandra Nickel Hat Team.

 

 

 

 

 

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Montgomery Home For Sale: 1801 Gillespie Drive Montgomery AL 36106

Saturday, January 28, 2017
by The Hat Team

Montgomery, AL Home For Sale

1801 Gillespie Drive Montgomery AL 36106

MLS# 411155

3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1,640 square feet | Hill Hedge

Investor special...roll up your sleeves and get ready to put some elbow grease into this rehab project. Your results will be pleasing! Great layout, spacious lot with mature trees, on a quiet street. Hardwood floors throughout most of house just need refinishing.

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor Billy Young, Sandra Nickel Hat Team!

 

 

 

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What NOT To buy At a Yard Sale

Wednesday, January 25, 2017
by The Hat Team

Yard sales can be a lot of fun and most folks love it when they get a good deal on something, however if you aren’t careful with your purchases at yard sales you may end up with a trunk full of stuff you don’t really want.  Below are a few ideas on what NOT to buy at the next yard sale you attend. 

  1. Electronics may seem like a good thing to buy at a yard sale because you can typically get a super duper deal on them.  There typically is a reason why things are so cheap at yard sales and the reason might just be that the electronic in no longer in working condition.  It is a good idea if you do decide to purchase an electronic at a yard sale that you test it out before you leave the sale.  Many times the owners of the product will be happy to allow you to plug it in to see if it works.  If the owners of the electronic at the yard sale are not quite so accommodating, it’s best to just leave the electronic there and purchase it new at the store. 
  2. Another thing you may not want to purchase at a yard sale  are things for your baby such as car seats and cribs.  Many times these types of items have been recalled and since there is no way of knowing which ones may or may not be on the recall list, purchasing new is always the best way to go. 
  3. Yet another item you may not want to purchase at your local yard sale is make-up.  While we all love to get a good deal on some make up, think about where that makeup may or may not have been.  Most times you don’t personally know the folks having the yard sale where you are purchasing your items and therefore you don’t know how clean they are.  It is best if you want to buy used make-up that you purchase it from a close relative or friend. 

These are just a few ideas of some things that you may not want to purchase during your next yard sale adventure.  Some things are just better bought fresh from the store even if you have to pay three prices for them.  

Courtesy of Montgomery AL Real Estate Expert Sandra Nickel.   

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Montgomery AL Home For Sale: 2414 Belcher Drive Montgomery Al 36111

Friday, January 13, 2017
by The Hat Team

 

Montgomery AL Home For Sale:

2414 BELCHER DRIVE, MONTGOMERY, AL 36111 

MLS# 410640

4 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms | 2,459 square feet | McGehee Estates

Spacious family home situated on a large lot in McGehee Estates! Kitchen has been updated with granite counter tops and tiled floor throughout living room, dining room, family room and hallway. Large bedrooms with ample closet space, huge deck overlooking back yard. Double carport and laundry room with additional storage room. House has foundation issues, structural report in MLS and estimate available upon request.

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor Lauren Layfield, Sandra Nickel Hat Team.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Real Estate Listing Photo Mistakes

Wednesday, January 11, 2017
by The Hat Team

There are many kinds of real estate listing photo mistakes that can be made when listing your home for sale.  Realtors know these mistakes and will do their part to make sure these types of photos do not end up in the advertisement of your house, however if you are going it alone doing a for sale by owner you will need to learn these and avoid them at all costs.  Below are some real estate listing photo mistakes that you need to be aware of so that you don’t make them.

  1.  One of the worst things you can do when listing your house is to show pictures of each room’s corners.  We all remember children having to be put in the corner in the olden days of school and therefore the corner is not a very friendly spot to show when listing your house pictures as it may have some negative connotations associated with it.   If you want to show how big a room is, be sure to include at least two corners of the room in the picture, not just one corner. 
  2. It is best to not take pictures of the outside of your house at night if you want to use it as a listing photo. The best time of day to take a photo of your home for a listing photo is when the sun is shining brightly and the entire house looks nice and inviting. 
  3. Taking a photo of your home with a distorted lens to try to make the room look bigger is an old trick that needs to stop. Everyone knows that the picture is distorted and that the room is not as big as you are trying to make it seem.  Do your best to make the photos give a clear representation of what the room actually looks like so that folks are not disappointed when they come for a tour. 
  4. Make sure when taking a picture of a particular room in your house that you don’t show more of the ceiling fan than the room itself.  These types of pictures can look very dated and make your home look less than stellar. 

If you do your best to avoid these common listing photo mistakes you will be well on your way to making the best impression of your home with photos.  When you make a good impression with photos, you are more likely to get a bit of interest in your home that may even turn into an offer! 

Courtesy of Montgomery AL Real Estate Expert Sandra Nickel.   

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