Category Archives: Home Maintenance

Landscaping to Increase Property Value

Posted on October 16, 2009 by Tony Meier

About a month ago, I was interviewed for the Lowe’s for Pros website on landscaping ideas to improve the market value and salability of a home. Below is the text of the article and here is the link:http://www.lowesforpros.com/landscaping-to-increase-property-value   Landscaping … Continue reading →

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Landscaping 101 – 5 simple ways to add curb appeal!

Posted on April 14, 2009 by Tony Meier

  Posted By:Tony MeierEastside & Seattle RealtorEastsideHomesBlog.comEastsideHomes.comSeattle's Eastside Real Estate Resourcetony@eastsidehomes.com

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Cost vs. Value 2008 – The Replacement Projects

Posted on March 18, 2009 by Tony Meier

In the final installment of cost vs. value segment we’ll be looking at two replacement projects that most owners of 20+ year old homes will be looking at. Here are the latest numbers for the Seattle area. Window Replacement   Project … Continue reading →

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Cost vs. Value 2008 – Additions

Posted on March 11, 2009 by Tony Meier

Thinking of adding on to your abode?  In this week’s cost vs. value segment we’ll be looking at three popular additions that can make your home much more enjoyable! Here are the latest numbers for the Seattle area. Family Room … Continue reading →

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Cost vs. Value 2008 – Bathrooms

Posted on March 4, 2009 by Tony Meier

Thinking of remodeling your home?  In this week’s cost vs. value segment we’ll be looking at the bathroom. This is another area that has a dramatic impact on a home’s desirability and salability! Here are the latest numbers for the … Continue reading →

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Cost vs. Value 2008 – The Kitchen

Posted on February 25, 2009 by Tony Meier

Thinking of remodeling your home?  In this week’s cost vs. value segment we’ll be looking at the kitchen. Remodeling the kitchen can be one of the most dramatic changes made to enhance a home’s value and general appeal. After all, … Continue reading →

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Is your home a “Green” house? Some tips for green living…

Posted on October 1, 2008 by Tony Meier

Buy Used: Whether you’ve just moved to a new home or are looking to redecorate, consider a service like craigslist or FreeSharing to track down furniture, appliances, and other items, rather than buying them new.  Check out garage sales and … Continue reading →

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Spring Garden Care

Posted on April 9, 2008 by Tony Meier

Spring is in the air. Now is the time to tend to your gardens to make sure they are wonderful when summer arrives!  Here is a garden care checklist: AprilPull winter mulch off gradually as plants show signs of new … Continue reading →

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Cost vs. Value 2007 – The Replacement Projects

Posted on March 12, 2008 by Tony Meier

In the final installment of cost vs. value segment we’ll be looking at two replacement projects that most owners of 20+ year old homes will be looking at. Here are the latest numbers for the Seattle area. Window Replacement   Project … Continue reading →

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Cost vs. Value 2007 – Additions

Posted on March 5, 2008 by Tony Meier

Thinking of adding on to your abode?  In this weeks cost vs. value segment we’ll be looking at three popular additions that can make your home much more enjoyable! Here are the latest numbers for the Seattle area. Family Room … Continue reading →

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