5 Quick and Easy Ways to Make a Small Room Seem Bigger
By Kathy Wilson/ www.allthingsfrugal.com
Decorating small rooms can be quite a challenge, but there are
some simple things you can do in a weekend to make the space seem to expand
before your eyes!
1. Go buy the largest mirror you can afford,
and place it in a focal area of the room, such as over a mantel, or over a
sofa. Hang it a little higher than eye level to avoid reflecting clutter if
necessary. If you can't afford a large mirror, drop by your discount store and
dollar shop and pick up a few smaller ones to create a grouping of mirrors to
accomplish the same purpose. I have decorative mirrors in almost every room of
my modestly sized home, and when I take them down to paint or clean, I am shocked
at how much more closed in the room feels. One mirror adds several visual feet
to any room!
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Quick Fixes for Kitchens
from www.wnetwork.com
Candice Olson of Divine Design explains how to make the most impact with the least amount of cash when you update your kitchen.
For the most impact with the least amount of money, pick up a
couple of cans of paint and repaint your kitchen. It takes a relatively
small amount of time and can really freshen up a room. Click here for the full article. |
Market News
GTA Resale Housing Market Down But Still Healthy
Toronto Real Estate Board
 TORONTO, April 17,
2008 -- The Greater
Toronto Area resale housing market saw 3,955 homes change hands in the first
half of April, down five per cent from the same time period last year, Toronto
Real Estate Board President Maureen O'Neill announced today.
"The
first half of April brought sales activity within five per cent of mid-April
2007," said Ms. O'Neill.
Throughout
the GTA prices have risen seven per cent compared to the same timeframe last
year, to an average of $399,117. In the City of Toronto the average stands at
$454,211 up 10 per cent over mid-April 2007. The 905 Region has seen a six per
cent increase compared to a year ago, with a current average price of $364,939.
The number of
listings on the market is one per cent greater than last year with current
inventory sitting at 22,985.
This
indicates that inventory is on the rise. The positive news is homeowners are
selling their homes with an average of 28 Days on Market compared to 30 a year
ago. The slight increase in inventory levels and house prices are encouraging
factors.
In Riverdale
(E01) transactions are up 10 per cent, also as a result of strong detached home
sales.
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