It’s the time of year when you’re doing a little more cleaning to prepare for holiday celebrations. Whether you’re planning to have a houseful for just a day or overnight stays, it’s a great feeling when some of the areas of your home that don’t get much regular attention can sparkle. Even when some of…

Decorating for Halloween can be fun, with a little imagination. Whether you’re catering to your young children or prefer a more sophisticated look, there are lots of ways to spook up your home for the holiday. We’ve scared up a list of our favorite ideas. The orange gourd is a Halloween staple, but pumpkins don’t…

We talked recently about the growing numbers of families in multi-generational living situations. If that sounds like a good fit for you and extended family members, there are some things to keep in mind – logistically and financially – when deciding to buy a home together. Determine what everyone is looking for in this new…

Straight from the fashion runway and into your home, you can get some great decorating ideas from those who are setting the latest trends in clothing.  From statement pieces to metallics to textures and new color combinations, the fashion houses have laid out their plans for what we’ll be wearing in the months ahead. So…

This time of year, many New Englanders mourn the fact that deck and patio season just feels too short. Temperatures are cooler, days are shorter, and we long for the warm summer weather we enjoyed from Memorial Day to Labor Day. When autumn arrives, it’s easy to think we have to shutter ourselves in the…

It wasn’t so long ago that it was very common for several generations of a family to live together under one roof. As people retired from their jobs and careers, they were able to help look after children, prepare family meals, and tend to the home. Aging parents had their adult children to assist them…

The new school year is about to begin, which means getting back to familiar autumn routines. For some, starting school this year means everything new. If you’ve moved to a new town or district, or if your kids are about to transition from one school to the next, they (and you!) may have some anxiety…

Need a reprieve from the sweltering sun, but just don’t have the money in your budget to find an entertaining way to cool off? There are some great ways to beat the heat without digging into your savings. For instance, consider your own backyard. Have you thought about transforming your backyard into a water park…

When you bought your home years ago, it was perfect. Now your family is growing, and the house feels like it’s shrinking. Should you build an addition or move to a larger home? The choice might seem simple if you love where you live, but there are several factors to consider. Affordable investment? According to…

We’re proud that our homes have gained such a strong reputation in southern New Hampshire for their beautiful designs and features. Families love the walk-in closets, spacious kitchen pantries, hardwood floors, and front porches – just to name a few of the things that make living in one of our communities a dream. But there’s…

There’s a lot to think about and plan when you buy a home constructed just for you. If you have the right builders, they will walk you through the entire process as seamlessly as possible so that your hardest decisions are which faucets and light fixtures to install! Step 1: The steps to buying new…

Relocating is on the list of major life changes that are among the most stressful. But even before you move into a new home, a big part of the stress is packing up to go. For families with young children, the tasks and emotions involved can be overwhelming, no matter if you’re moving to another…