Magnolia Realty's Auburn Area Real Estate Update: August 2014

A slide to get downstairs? 

Hey, we can dream...and admire these fun design ideas!

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/home-and-garden/design/bring-the-funhouse-home-with-these-whimsical-design-ideas/article20221056/

You are living under a rock if you haven't noticed there's a buzz around town with anticipated excited for football!

Want to show your team spirit in your home, guest room or maybe even your office?

Check out these tips first so you can show that pride tastefully rather than with tackiness.

http://www.ebay.com/gds/How-to-Tastefully-Decorate-Your-Room-with-NCAA-Sports-Memorabilia-/10000000177628434/g.html

We love a good blog and wanted to share this one we stumbled across!

We love the mix of recipes, projects and tips Rachel shares about her beautiful home and life.

Scroll through on your lunch break for some inspiration!

...Yes, that's gold duct tape!

http://rachelschultz.com/2013/06/09/a-gold-striped-fridge/

Going to war, fighting for a home you are falling in love with, means you need smart strategies that put the keys in your hands.

  

Keep these strategies in mind!

http://realestate.msn.com/blogs/post--5-tips-for-winning-a-bidding-war

"Every generation of homeowners has its design priorities. Baby boomers look for home design that will let them age in place, while generation X wants features that facilitate busy lifestyles." 

http://www.timesonline.com/homeandgarden/millennial-homeowners-simple-affordable-ways-to-personalize-home-decor/article_f37b8fcc-222c-11e4-a817-0017a43b2370.html

Have some new neighbors who've moved to town? Why not welcome them to the neighborhood with something fresh baked! We think the wonderful smell of pumpkin will surely earn you their friendship...and since Starbucks is bringing back the Pumpkin Spice Latte early this year, pumpkin goodies in August will fit right in!

http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes_menus/collections/healthy_pumpkin_dessert_recipes_and_pumpkin_bread_recipes

Scenario:

You're kicking your feet up, surfing Pinterest, when you get a call from a friend. They just happen to be in town, close by and want to pop over and see you for a bit! You exclaim, Yes! All while hoping that the hesitation you heard in your own voice, while glancing around quickly at the not so tidy room, was not distinguishable to your friend!

If this hasn't happened to you before, it no doubt will in the future!

Thankfully, as long as you read this first, you'll be more than ready for company!

http://mom.me/home/13819-fastest-ways-make-your-house-ready/

Break out those paint brushes!

(Bonus points if you're able to brag to your friends, convincing them that you have a real, one-of-a-kind piece of art! We won't tell them!)

http://yaydecor.com/2013/07/12/art-on-a-dime/

Swap out your wood furniture and accessories for metal pieces for a cool, modern feel!

http://www.thestate.com/2014/08/04/3600087/for-your-home-metal-furniture.html

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Early mornings in your home can quickly turn chaotic when you or the kiddos start back at school. Don't let poor organization be the reason why!

Read these tips, whether you homeschool or head out the door for class, and you'll be able to give yourself an A+ grade!

http://www.simplify101.com/kids-organization-tips/back-to-school-organizing-tips/