Bella Home Staging

read moreThings that are inexpensive and/or free are often way more gratifying than things that cost a lot of money. And just to be really clear—beautiful style is a beautiful thing but superficial materialism is not. Don't wait until your kids are grown and out of the house or until you are in your "permanent" home to decorate. Live in the moment and enjoy your home now—and have fun with it! I'm a military spouse (and yes it is true every 3rd military move your household goods/furnishings look like they have been through the apocalypse).

read moreWhich brings me to my next point. Shopping. Everyone wants me to shop for them. Typically, I prefer to give you sound suggestions and advice as to what you should look for and I'm always available to check your texts for a "YES that looks great" or a "NO, Stop, DO NOT CONTINUE with that purchase." How it works-Wego through your houseroom by room in the order a potential buyer would see it. I tell you what is ideal and you do what is practical. I leave you with homework-move this piano, take down the wallpaper, repaint the neon pink wall, purchase 4 red throw pillows, 2 potted ferns, power wash your exterior, etc.

read moreWant to be on trend but don't want to be committed 100%? Do you think white kitchens are timeless but want some Wow? Want to be modern AND timeless? Well look no further my friend. I have all your problems solved in this handy dandy little post. Paint your upper cabinets white, have a white backsplash, white counter and go crazy on the lower cabinets or on an island. Countertops and backsplashes are NOT the way to introduce your personality and your favorite color. They are costly and pretty permanent.