Tag Archive: home improvements

Getting Organized
In many homes, organization is an ongoing task. The following article from houzz.com offers some fantastic ideas for creating an organized space that stays that way! 10 Principles of Organizing That Work in Every Room Getting your home organized is a great feeling, but figuring out where to start can be overwhelming. Keep the process… Read More ›
4 Things You Should Do to Prepare for Fall
Cooler temperatures and rainy weather are already here, but its not too late to get your home and yard ready for the changing season! 1. Stock up on winter supplies This isn’t often a concern for us in the Portland Metro Area, but after last winter we all learned it is better to be over-prepared… Read More ›
Do's and Don'ts of Selling Your Home This Summer (Part 2)
It’s that time of year again; just like the weather, the market is heating up. If you are thinking of selling your home you must be sure that it is show-ready to impress potential buyers. There are a lot of common misconceptions about what you should or shouldn’t do to prepare for going on the… Read More ›
Do's and Don'ts of Selling Your Home This Summer (Part 1)
It’s that time of year again; just like the weather, the market is heating up. If you are thinking of selling your home you must be sure that it is show-ready to impress potential buyers. There are a lot of common misconceptions about what you should or shouldn’t do to prepare for going on the… Read More ›
To Improve or Not to Improve?
You might have noticed a familiar face in the local paper recently! The Laue Team is very fortunate to have had an article in the Wilsonville Spokesman. As these articles are released in print we will include them on our blog for anyone who is not subscribed to the Spokesman. Enjoy this recent article addressing… Read More ›
Staging a Home is a Very Important Step
  You might have noticed a familiar face in the local paper recently! The Laue Team is very fortunate to have had an article in the Wilsonville Spokesman. As these articles are released in print we will include them on our blog for anyone who is not subscribed to the Spokesman. Enjoy this recent article… Read More ›
10 Questions to Ask Your Contractor!
Most homeowners have some concerns when it comes to hiring home improvement professionals. Some are afraid of overpaying, some worry that they’re hiring an unqualified professional, and others wonder about the character of the individuals they’re inviting into their homes. Asking these ten questions can help alleviate all of these concerns. 1. How long have… Read More ›
Winter Preparation Checklist
Give your home a once-over and tend to winter preparation tasks and repairs before the year’s first frost. “Getting the exterior of the home ready for the cold winds, snow and ice is critical for keeping Old Man Winter out and keeping it warm and toasty inside,” says Reggie Marston, president of Residential Equity Management… Read More ›
Seattle Family Almost Doubles Its Space Without Adding On!
“Warm, modern and family,” is how Lauren Zerbey describes her 1910 home in Whittier Heights, Seattle. A lot has changed since she and her husband, Kyle, both architects, bought and began remodeling the house nine years ago. After strategically upgrading systems and reconfiguring the first floor of the home in the first six years — doing most of the… Read More ›
16 Designers Share New Design Trends You'll Use in Every Room of the House!
From matte black fixtures to geometric wallpaper, top designers weigh in on the hottest trends you’ll be dying to try this season. Click here to see the amazing new design trends that are making their way through homes.  
8 Bad ‘Home Improvement’ Habits
Home owners can overdo it when it comes to the upkeep of their home. This Old House recently spotlighted several ways that home owners’ enthusiasm for home ownership may actually harm the house. 1. Having light bulbs that are too bright. You want a well-lit home, but exceeding a lamp or light fixture’s recommended wattage can… Read More ›
10 Ideas for a Lighter, Brighter Living Room!
Most of us have a couple of rooms in our homes that get less light than we’d like. You may find that you gravitate toward the pleasing sunny spots, while avoiding spaces that feel gloomier. Heavy curtains, dark carpets and the wrong paint color can all take their toll on the impression of light in… Read More ›