Katherine Lutge

Four tips for staging your home when you have kids

Living in a home while it is on the market can be uncomfortable for adults; it can be even harder for children.

October 30, 2025

Tips for staging your home when you have pets

Pets are great companions who help make a house feel like a home. However, when selling your property, they can make a house smell like someone else's home.

October 30, 2025

Checklist to stage a bathroom for open houses and showings

As one of the smallest spaces in a house, a bathroom should be simple to stage — but that's not always the case.

October 30, 2025

Checklist to prep your living room for open houses and showings

Living rooms are a place to entertain and relax, so when staging to sell a home, you want to focus on showing the functions of the space.

October 28, 2025

DIY moving guide: Save money with smart planning and packing tips

Moving is expensive, and the costs can really add up. One of the best ways to save money is to do it yourself.

October 28, 2025

How paint sheen affects color, texture and style

The same color of paint can look dramatically different depending on the sheen it has when dry.

October 24, 2025

Decluttering checklist: organize your home with room-by-room guide

Decluttering is an important step when selling a home, but it can feel overwhelming and emotional as you take down your personal items.

October 23, 2025

Five things to know when painting your home

Painting is a powerful tool for homeowners.

October 22, 2025

Checklist to prep your bedroom for open houses and showings

While bedrooms are typically simple rooms, they are important to people when looking for a home to buy.

October 22, 2025

Moving survival kit: Essential items to have before unpacking

Moving can be a headache, especially after arriving at your new destination with all your belongings packed away. You'll want a bag of essential items to get you through the first few days.

October 21, 2025