Living Lagom: Three Steps to Creating your ‘Just Right’ Home

Just as hygge becomes mainstream, a new Scandinavian trend is hitting lifestyle blogs, websites and even the world's largest furniture retailer . Have you heard? 2017 is the year of lagom. It seems Goldilocks had it right all along -- loosely translated from Swedish, lagom means "not too little, not too much, just right." This applies to finding balance in all...

Moving with Your Pet? Tips for Planning Your Move Around Your Pooch

These days, moving to a new home with your pet - whether furry, feathered, or scaled – isn't so uncommon. Many find themselves looking for pet-friendly lodging on the road to their new homes. Here are a few tips from Kim Salerno from Tripswithpets.com . Pet-Friendly Rooms Many hotels allow travelers to bring their pets into every room, while others have a certain...

Hardwood Flooring – DIY or Go with a Pro?

If only life were like HGTV. Rooms would be transformed in 30 minutes. Debris would magically disappear. And all the work would be done by model-quality contractors. Reality can be much different – especially when it comes to installing hardwood floor. If you're ready to update your flooring, here are some considerations to help you decide if DIY or hiring a pro is the way to go. What type...