Jay Mattlin, Real Estate Broker with Key Realty

New Year's is right around the corner. With the new year comes the opportunity to make the changes you want to make to be your happiest, healthiest self, and that includes changes in your home.

But what home improvements can you make in early 2024 that will actually contribute to better health and well-being?

A recent article from realtor.com outlined healthy home upgrades homeowners should consider making in the new year, including:

• Installing quartz or marble countertops. Quartz and marble countertops don't just look sleek in the kitchen, these...

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Houseplants to House Keys: Nurturing Pearls and Jade

Welcome back to the "Houseplants to House Keys" blog! Today, we're diving into the world of Pearls and Jade, a stunning variegated cultivar of the beloved Pothos plant. Just like your journey from nurturing houseplants to securing your dream home, this plant requires care, patience, and dedication. ?✨

 Meet the Pearls and Jade Pothos 

The Pearls and Jade Pothos is a houseplant that can brighten your space and help you stay grounded on your path to homeownership. At our real estate business, we believe in the power of nurturing and growth, and the Pearls and Jade Pothos is a symbol of that philosophy. Here's how to care for this elegant plant:

 1. Lighting: Much like the natural light that brightens your home,...

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The holidays are around the corner and, for many people, this season means hosting lots of holiday guests.

But the question is, if you're hosting for the holidays, how can you deck out your guest room in a way that feels inviting, welcoming, and functional for your holiday guests?

A recent article from realtor.com outlined design accents and upgrades to add to your guest room to make guests feel more comfortable (and festive!) this holiday season, including:

• A personal drink tray. Leaving a drink tray in your guest room (as well as a f...

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In a perfect world, every home would have enough bathrooms to accommodate large families. But not every home has multiple bathrooms, and if you live in a home that's short on bathroom space, you may have to share that space with multiple family members.

But how do you share a single bathroom with multiple people, and make sure everyone has the time and space in the bathroom they need?

A recent article from realtor.com outlined tips on how to successfully share a bathroom with multiple family members, including:

• Create a schedule. Almost every...

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If you've been thinking about buying a home, you're probably wondering if (and when!) mortgage rates will come down. So the recent news that ING Economics predicts that The Federal Reserve will cut rates 6 times starting in the second quarter of 2024 is probably music to your ears!

But it also might be making you think that you still have a few months before rates start getting better, and that you should hold off until they lower rates next year to start...

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