HGTV's 2012 Dream Home in Park City, Utah

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A New Look at Storage Solutions!

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  Under-Stairs Storage Stomps Out Clutter

  Sweep out the dust bunnies. Clear away the clutter. Time to put wasted space beneath the staircase to work with customized storage solutions. Read
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  Storage Solutions: The Secret Life of Pocket Doors

  Gain storage space and usable square footage by installing pocket doors. Read
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  Laundry Room Storage: 5 Naked Truths

  Unless you do your laundry in the buff, it’s one chore that’s never really done. Follow these laundry room storage ideas, however, and you can breeze through your dirty duds in no time. Read

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Start a Bartering Coop and Save Money!

I recently came across an article on starting a neighborhood bartering coop. I had never even heard of such a thing before however due to the current economy I believe it is catching on as I have been hearing this term more and more.

The concept is simple; sharing your skills, talents and services by trading tasks instead of money. This can be within a geographic neighborhood or a members only type group.

A great article with details on "how to" is:

http://www.houselogic.com/articles/start-bartering-co-op/

5 Home Exterior Projects, Ranked.....


Which adds more value to your home: New windows or an upgraded roof? Find out which exterior update brings the best return on investment.

http://www.frontdoor.com/Sell/Home-Exterior-Projects-Expert-Tips-And-Advice-To-Add-Home-Value/55696/?nl=FD_v128_5Exterior

A single family home for the price of a townhome! Come see this lovely 3 bedroom colonial on a quiet side street in very desirable Sturbridge. This home boasts an updated kitchen, an updated main bath and powder room, fresh neutral paint and new carpet throughout as well as ceramic flooring in the foyer, kitchen and dining rooms. Some other features include a large family room with wood burning stove and a master bedroom with dressing area and walk in closet. Entertaining will be a breeze with the expanded drive for extra parking, private fenced yard, new deck with hot tub and paver patio. Located in the award winning Neshaminy School District and convenient to most major roadways. ~Proudly offered at $329,900~

Beautiful Horse Farm in Newtown Township!

Peace and tranquility best describe this 6+ acre property located in a hide-away setting of Newtown
Township. This roomy 4 bedroom, 3 bath colonial offers a large covered front porch, random width hardwood flooring throughout, a first floor den/office with pocket doors, large country kitchen and a master suite that includes a sitting area/office area with built in bookcases as well as a private covered balcony looking down to the in-ground pool & gazebo. The additional 3 bedrooms are a nice size and have ample closet space. One of the homes best features is a wall of windows in the family/sun room that overlook the mature & heavily landscaped grounds with winding pathways, a deck and Koi pond. Some extras are a full basement w/ access to the oversized garage and a large mud room. The equestrian facilities include a 4 stall barn with water & electric, a tack room, pasture and lighted riding ring. With rural charm and a convenient location that is only minutes away from schools, shopping & dining. Proudly offered at $825,000 ~ Call me today to make this gorgeous property yours!

12 Daffodil Place, Newtown Grant

This rarely offered Orleans built Princeton Model is located on a cul de sac in highly sought after Newtown Grant and boasts over 3,000 square feet of living space as well as some unique features that include 2nd floor dormers, an expanded drive trimmed in Belgian block, a custom rear deck with Pergola, paver walkways, a grand front entry with Portico and stained glass transoms on some windows. The dramatic 2 story foyer has hardwood flooring and glass paned French doors accessing the private study/library. The oversized, sunken family room has vaulted ceilings, a floor to ceiling stone fireplace, 2 skylights and a convenient 2nd staircase. A large kitchen with center island offers abundant cabinet space, ceramic tile flooring, a pantry and built in desk. Entertain in the formal Dining Room and Living Room while enjoying the bonus of a 2nd fireplace adorned with a beautiful wood mantle. The master suite has double doors, a dressing area, 2 walk in closets and a private bath with Whirlpool tub, a stall shower, dual vanities and a skylight. Newer roof, HVAC, water heater, appliances and a One Year Home Warranty for peace of mind complete this package!
Check out this property in person at the Open House on Sunday, April 11th, 1 - 3pm!