Toni Nippins' Blog

Posted on 06/16/2019

If you spend much time binge-watching House Hunters, Property Brothers, and Love It or List it, you may find yourself completely stunned by the actual process of buying a home and renovating it. And if you get your advice from House Hunters, can you narrow it to three? Reality television is great entertainment, but when it comes to...

Homebuyers

Renovations

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Posted on 06/09/2019

Cheerful Entry for $524

A forlorn foyer goes from eyesore to eye-catching with a welcome infusion of color and...

This Old House

Posted on 06/02/2019

Fix a Chipped Sink

Whether it’s a plumber’s wrench or a heavy stockpot, slips happen—and vitreous china, fireclay, and enameled-metal sinks often bear the scars. Luckily, DIY repair kits that contain epoxy paints and fillers can heal chips in glossy ceramic surfaces. Here, tips for getting the best...

This Old House

Posted on 05/26/2019

Convenience Is an Affordable Feature for Home Buyers

If you're in the process of searching for the ideal home for you and your family, there are many things to think about and evaluate. While factors like the quality of neighborhoods and school districts may top your list, another important feature worth prioritizing is convenience. Since life is already complicated enough, it makes sense to simplify your...

Buying A Home

How To Search For A Home

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Posted on 05/19/2019

Pet Wellness

Your pet is an essential member of your family. Keeping him or her health will give them a longer life, and you and your family more time to enjoy their loyal companionship. Pets have health-care needs that are in many ways much like that of humans. Moving is a particular stressor for pets. They are also vulnerable to...

Posted on 05/12/2019

Insider Giveaway: Visit the New Yankee Workshop!

Fifteen lucky winners will tour the shop and have lunch with Norm and...

This Old House

Posted on 05/05/2019

Easy Ways for Kids to Share Bedrooms

If you’re like many families, you never seem to have quite enough space for each family member to spread out. To stay within your budget, or maybe to create a more close-knit family you have two or more children sharing a room. As time goes on sharing personal space can create rifts between siblings. To avoid added stress...

Posted on 04/28/2019

How to Create a Drainage Swale

The plant-populated channels can redirect storm water to specific...

This Old House

Posted on 04/21/2019

Rejuvenate Your House's Interior

If you want to sell your house as quickly as possible, it is important to ensure your residence boasts a dazzling interior. Because if buyers fall in love with your residence as soon as they step inside of it, you may be able to reap the benefits of a quick, profitable house selling experience. Now, let's take a look...

Interior Design

Selling Your Home

Posted on 04/14/2019

Want to Keep Your Home Smelling Like Summer All Year Long?

If summer is your favorite season of the year, then you probably wouldn't mind having your home smell like summer all through the year, seeing as most people wait all year to breathe in summer's scent. Follow simple tips to keep your home smelling fresh and summery all through the year. Make a Gel Freshener Yourself. Making a...

Posted on 06/21/2019

Video Tour - 5 Windermere Drive, Lumberton, NJ 08048

Welcome to this stunning Manchester III model in the desirable Bobby's Run Development in Lumberton and situated on a Premium Corner Lot. As you enter through the welcoming Double Front Doors into a magnificent Two-Story Foyer with hardwood floors that flow up the stairs and down the hallway into the powder room & kitchen. In 2017 front and back staircases were upgraded to hardwood and wrought iron banisters. There are 9 ft. ceilings on much of the main floor. To the left are french doors that lead to a bright first floor Library. To the right, is a large Formal Living Room and Dining Room. There are Hunter Douglas blinds throughout home....

Posted on 06/21/2019

5 Windermere Drive, Lumberton, NJ 08048 is now new to the market!

Welcome to this stunning Manchester III model in the desirable Bobby's Run Development in Lumberton and situated on a Premium Corner Lot. As you enter through the welcoming Double Front Doors into a magnificent Two-Story Foyer with hardwood floors that flow up the stairs and down the hallway into the powder room & kitchen. In 2017 front and back staircases were upgraded to hardwood and wrought iron banisters. There are 9 ft. ceilings on much of the main floor. To the left are french doors that lead to a bright first floor Library. To the right, is a large Formal Living Room and Dining Room. There are Hunter Douglas blinds throughout home....