Posts from March 2021
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Help Sell a Home With These Outbuilding Options
One of the most popular projects among homeowners since we've been in our extended stay-at-home mode is installing outbuildings. There are so many different types of outbuildings these days: garden sheds, greenhouses, gazebos, tool sheds, guest houses, offices, exercise rooms, meditation spaces, playrooms for the kids, or even studios for arts and crafts. Installing an outbuilding can greatly enhance your enjoyment of your home right now and for however long you stay in it. And should you one day list it among Bakersfield homes for sale, you'll likely find the outbuilding has enhanced your property value.
Here are some tips to help you decide what type of outbuilding you should build.
Outbuildings for Your Property
- Home Office
Using a home office these days means you're likely bringing your work home. If you've been trying to work in your house, you may have noticed how easy it is to get distracted. Whether it's the kids yelling or other family members turning the TV up loud, you need a place of quiet repose where you might conceivably bring clients. Some of the basics for furnishing your office: stylish desk, shelves, good lighting, and perhaps a ductless mini-split for winter heating and summer cooling. A couple of chairs for clients should round out things.
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Bakersfield: 5 Places for Fresh Strawberries and More
Bakersfield homes for sale have lots to offer; not least among the attractive features of Bakersfield is the surprising availability of fresh fruits and vegetables in the area all year long, including plump, scrumptious, locally grown strawberries—due to start appearing in local markets in April. Though the pandemic has impacted some fruit and vegetable venues in the Bakersfield area, you're still bound to find an abundance of produce this spring.
Grown primarily in coastal areas, strawberries are also produced by some Bakersfield farms. One of America's most beloved fruits, strawberries are prized not only for their delicious, mouth-watering flavor but also for their beautiful red color. Whether you're dressing up your breakfast cereal with strawberries or eating them with creme fraiche or ice cream for dessert, strawberries are sure to stimulate even the pickiest palates.
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Homeowners: Consider These Luxury Kitchen Trends
There's no question that 2020 significantly changed the relationship we have with our living spaces. But nowhere is this more evident than in the kitchen. Our kitchens have never worked harder. They have become the most multifunctional room, doubling up as home offices, living rooms, dining rooms, and school. It makes sense that kitchen design trends for 2021 are focused on improving comfort, function, and resale value. If your kitchen feels a little stale, you might want to consider an upgrade. From smart tech to eye-catching color palettes, here are the kitchen trends our agents expect to see in 2021.
- Smart Kitchens
Smart tech has entered the kitchen in full force. For convenience, many homeowners are having technology integrated into every appliance and feature, from the faucets to the lighting to the refrigerator. You can jump on the bandwagon with one-touch or motion sense-equipped faucets, a fridge that alerts you when items are running low, or a gadget that tells you which eggs are going bad. And don't forget smart lighting that allows you to control the lights from your phone.
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Vintage Finds Around Bakersfield, CA
If you've been exploring Bakersfield homes for sale, it's only a matter of time before you find your perfect property. When you do, it's time to enjoy the fun of decorating your dream home. While there are plenty of places to shop in Bakersfield, we love the idea of adorning your home with unique vintage finds.
On their days off, our agents often spend their time visiting some of the area's best antique and vintage shops. Here are a few of their favorites.
- In Your Wildest Dreams Co.: 716 19th St., Bakersfield, CA 93301
You never know what you're going to find at In Your Wildest Dreams Co. It's one of the best places to find amazing furniture, home decor, patio furniture, and thousands of pieces of vintage clothing and accessories. Thanks to their convenient downtown location, it's easy to visit this store often. And believe us, you'll want to! They get hundreds of new items every day, so you can visit time and again and always find some great new treasures.