Real Estate Tips: Maximize Your Home's Value Archives - Building Bluebird https://buildingbluebird.com/category/real-estate/ Budget friendly DIY projects and home decor content to create a functional and happy home! Tue, 07 Oct 2025 22:05:18 +0000 en hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://buildingbluebird.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Screen-Shot-2022-04-11-at-1.56.27-PM.png Real Estate Tips: Maximize Your Home's Value Archives - Building Bluebird https://buildingbluebird.com/category/real-estate/ 32 32 Affordable Exterior Updates at the Flip House https://buildingbluebird.com/exteriorrenovations/ https://buildingbluebird.com/exteriorrenovations/#respond Sun, 01 Jan 2023 20:56:00 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=2235 While the bulk of our budget went to interior projects at the Toledo flip house, I tackled some affordable exterior updates as well. The curb appeal of a house is …

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/exteriorrenovations/feed/ 0 The Best Self Help Books to Read in the New Year https://buildingbluebird.com/selfimprovementbooks/ https://buildingbluebird.com/selfimprovementbooks/#respond Wed, 15 Dec 2021 19:28:00 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=3252 Looking for the next good book? I have put together a long list of the best self-improvement books to read or listen to this year! I am a big reader and love peppering in self-improvement books throughout the year.

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/selfimprovementbooks/feed/ 0 How to Choose Paint Colors | Top Tips https://buildingbluebird.com/best-paint-colors/ https://buildingbluebird.com/best-paint-colors/#respond Fri, 29 Jan 2021 15:06:27 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=5272 One of the most common questions I get is how to choose the best paint colors for your home. Often it is from readers who are moving into a new home and don't know where to start in terms of paint colors.

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/best-paint-colors/feed/ 0 Inside the Restoration of the Bosler House | A Historic Denver Italianate Home https://buildingbluebird.com/bosler-house-interior/ https://buildingbluebird.com/bosler-house-interior/#comments Fri, 06 Mar 2020 13:00:00 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=3904 Steve and Jan wanted a home that functioned for their family today while also fitting in with the period when the home was built in 1875. Unfortunately, because the roof had been removed for 6 years, there wasn't much to salvage in terms of original materials.

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/bosler-house-interior/feed/ 2 The Bosler House Denver: Exterior Restoration of a Historic Italianate Home and Garden https://buildingbluebird.com/bosler-house-exterior/ https://buildingbluebird.com/bosler-house-exterior/#comments Thu, 05 Mar 2020 17:48:07 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=2198 This story has been years in the making, and I’m thrilled to finally share the Bosler House with you! To do this remarkable restoration justice, I’ve split it into two parts—this post focuses on the exterior restoration and garden design, while part two highlights the stunning interior transformation.

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/bosler-house-exterior/feed/ 7 Advice When Considering a Real Estate License https://buildingbluebird.com/real-estate-license/ https://buildingbluebird.com/real-estate-license/#comments Tue, 18 Feb 2020 16:02:56 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=3807 It is not uncommon to hear someone talk about wanting to get their real estate license. While it is true that anyone can buy the real estate course and take the test, becoming a successful real estate agent takes a lot of work.
Today I am answering common questions about getting a real estate license and sharing my personal experience. I was definitely naive when I first signed up for the course and have learned a lot of lessons during my first few years as a realtor.

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/real-estate-license/feed/ 1 Must-See Red Bungalow Renovation | Before and After https://buildingbluebird.com/toledoairbnb/ https://buildingbluebird.com/toledoairbnb/#respond Mon, 03 Feb 2020 20:11:55 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=3012 Today I am excited to take you through one of the most popular Airbnb listings in Toledo, OH - The Gas Lantern Cottage. This beauty is 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and within walking distance of downtown Sylvania.

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/toledoairbnb/feed/ 0 How to Get Started Investing | Live in a Flip House https://buildingbluebird.com/liveinflip/ https://buildingbluebird.com/liveinflip/#comments Mon, 27 Jan 2020 20:59:55 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=3706 Living in a flip house is a great strategy for beginner investors and offers many benefits. One big challenge that new real estate investors encounter is capital. This strategy is beneficial for investors who are just starting out and can only afford one property.

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/liveinflip/feed/ 2 Why Hire Professional Real Estate Photographer https://buildingbluebird.com/photography/ https://buildingbluebird.com/photography/#respond Sun, 26 Jan 2020 12:31:00 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=2217 As a licensed realtor with Danberry in NW Ohio, I know the importance of high-quality images to sell a home. In fact, I included professional photography in my services as a listing agent because it is so important. I spoke with Mary Wyar, a professional real estate photographer, to discuss why you should hire a professional photographer to sell your home. I have summarized her insights into the top five most important reasons to have professional photos taken of your home.

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/photography/feed/ 0 10+ Expert Home Staging Tips for a Successful Open House https://buildingbluebird.com/staging/ https://buildingbluebird.com/staging/#respond Wed, 22 Jan 2020 15:28:00 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=1844 Today I am sharing my 10 simple home staging tips to sell your house fast!  As a licensed real estate agent and investor, I absolutely LOVE this part of selling a home! With these tips, I know you will maximize the value of your home and stand out from the competition.

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