Monday, May 2, 2011

National market update and events/dates for this week

  • National supply at the current sales rate fell to 7.3 months from 8.2 in FEB.
  • The MAR index of pending home sales rose 5.1% to 94.1.
  • Mortgage rates continue to hold steady and keep the affordability index low.
  • See more of the market recap and important dates/events at: http://www.carrieandtyhomes.com/weekly-market-recap.asp

Thursday, April 28, 2011

7 Tips for Decorating on a Budget - Homeowner Tip Thursday

7 Tips for Decorating on a Budget

In today's economy, homeowners are watching their money more closely and going out of their way to give their home a fresh look by working with what they already have.

We have access to many great home improvement resources. Home decorator Lee Evanwood offers the following advice for homeowners who are looking to decorate while staying in budget:

Rub down and stain or repaint old wooden furniture. Take advantage of that old furniture you have sitting in your basement. Simply add new drawer or door handles to achieve a new look.

Can't afford a new sofa? Have the old one recovered. With plenty of fabrics in a wide variety of colors and patterns to choose from, recovering an old sofa is an easy and inexpensive way to create a new look.

Choose rugs. If the floor is already in good shape, you can get it refinished or try area rugs instead of carpeting. Not only are they chic and stylish, but they cost less, too.

Paint with a plan in mind. Try a neutral color on three walls, with a splash of color on the fourth. That splash of color can give you a starting point for further decorating.

Go with soft goods. A few new pillows or cushions that pick up the color on your accent wall can transform the look of a room. Add some inexpensive curtains, draperies or valances to help tie it all together.

Add some accents. Give a room a homey look by using baskets, vases and other small accessories to hold books and magazines, fresh flowers or craft projects.

Finish with artwork or mirrors. A pretty, framed print or two can help finish a room. Keep in mind that a mirror of any size on one wall can add depth and make the room appear larger.

These are just some of the many ways you can transform your home while staying in budget. Feel free to contact us for more ideas and please forward this on to anyone who can use a few inexpensive ways to create a new look in their home.

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

Blood Drive this week - Work Together Wednesday

Folks, did you know NH hospitals rely totally on the American Red Cross for a safe and sufficient blood supply?
     Have you ever waited anxiously in the emergency room wondering if a loved one would survive?  Imagine the reason someone you love didn’t survive was due to a lack of available blood supply. 

     Honor your Mom this Mother’s Day and the memory of your loved ones, this Thursday, April 28, for your Annual Manchester/Nashua Board of Realtors Blood drive, held 11:00 am to 6:00pm, at the American Red Cross Donor Center, 425 Reservoir Ave. in Manchester. 

PLUS
     Register to win Red Sox/New Hampshire Fisher Cats Tickets, and receive coupons for free oil from M.L. Halle Oil.  We’ll be serving delicious Lasagna from Belmont Hall Restaurant, finger sandwiches and other goodies!

Your time is valuable to us-please call 625-1951 to make an appointment for your donation for quick in and out service! 

      Can’t make it on Thursday?  You can also donate for this drive any day this week Monday to Friday 11am to 6pm to Saturday from 7:30am to 12:30pm