"Paint color and sheen can influence a person's perception on the size and width of a room," says Debbie Zimmer, Rohm and Haas Paint Quality Institute (PQI) paint and color expert. "By taking a cue from fashion, a person's living space can be viewed as larger or smaller or taller or shorter." Zimmer recommends three easy tips to "adjust the size" of living spaces: Raise or lower the ceiling. If a ceiling feels too low, bright white paint on it can "raise" your perception of its height. Or, paint the walls with vertical stripes to enhance the sense of height. On the other hand, dramatic, high ceilings can cause a living space to feel cavernous. To visually lower ceiling height, add a mid to deep hue on the ceiling. Another alternative is to paint horizontal stripes on the walls. Shrink or expand rooms. Just as a dark, monochromatic outfit can visually "slim" a body, a monochromatic paint scheme can do the same for a large space. Choosing a darker shade for the walls will reign in a large room and create a cozy and intimate space. Similarly, if your room is too narrow and long, widen it by painting the shorter walls a deeper color than the longer walls. If color alone is not enough to change the perceived dimensions, use color combinations to create visual breaks. Don't forget the sheen. For both visual and practical reasons, selecting the right sheen of paint is just as important as the actual color. Glossier finishes lend greater warmth and depth to surfaces than flat paints do. For example, a room with white-gloss paint on the ceiling will seem larger than a room with a ceiling painted a flat white.
Household molds can trigger eye irritation, congestion, respiratory problems and skin
irritations. This September, during Mold Awareness Month, prevent mold growth in your
home for a cleaner and healthier living environment. Mold is attracted to cottons, woods, paper,
leather, food, grease and soil and is particularly a fan of humid conditions. To attack existing
mold, first clean it off with water and detergent. Follow up with a water-and-bleach solution. Mix
about ¼ cup bleach with a gallon of water; use more bleach for dirtier surfaces. Keep the
surface wet with the solution for 15 minutes to disinfect. The next step toward a mold-free zone is
daily maintenance. The bathroom is often the wettest room in your home; its upkeep is vital for
a healthy living space. Heat and moisture are common to the bathroom and the perfect
place for mold to flourish. Keep humidity levels low by airing out the room within five to
10 minutes after a shower. Also, paint your walls with a semigloss paint; mold is less likely to grow
on this surface. Wash shower curtains and tiles regularly. Also keep drains clear, and wipe
down shower walls and bathtubs after each use. Here are a few more ways to avoid moisture
in your home:
• Don't let water build up. Ventilate damp
areas to keep the house dry.
• Don't leave wet clothes lying around,
especially in the washing machine where
mold can grow quickly.
• Fix any leaks, indoors or out.
• Keep an eye on indoor plants; mold can
grow in the soil.
• Use exhaust fans in kitchens and
bathrooms.
Neglecting mold growth in one area of your
home can result in mold spreading internally
through walls, ceilings and floors. Prevent
expensive maintenance costs by attacking
mold growth at its start.
New agent coming into the real estate industry thinking they can make 100k in their first year dropped out in the next 6 months. I notice that new comers think its easy and easy money. Some new agent I noticed do their full time job and practice real estate on part time basis. And I am not talking about all new comers just some that waste ever ones time.
From the beginning of the year I notice a lot of agent just dropped out. Some from our area that had 16-25 listing also had dropped out as well. That's a good commission one single family house in Westchester where an average home goes for $650k.
I love this industry and belief it's not for ever one. It took me 2 years just to start making Cold calls, I feel especially now anyone come on aboard just dropping out. New agent need to give it some time, and work hard.
What do you feel about the new agents, just come on aboard and dropping out within 2-6 months? Any advice for them!
I watched the show once and thought the show should have more to offer but loved it not because they are doing anything different or better than most of the realtors. But to see that young agent can make that much of money fast. To see how we young realtor are using the technology and changing the why people will sell or buy their new homes. I am always up for new idea and new ways to list a home to sell.
But I noticed that cold call, referral, community work is the best way to get a lead. I also notice that your sale reflect how many listing/inventory you have.
The show, inspire me to talk to everyone about real estate. The other day me and my partner were in a pizza shop: we just start speaking to the owner about a deli for sale and how it's a great location for a pizza place. Let s see if he calls back.
I make it a challenge now to speak or approach everyone when I get a chance.
Make real estate fun, and easy!
WOW, 10,000 points , Finally .
For me this has been milestone, Active Rain has made me work hard and love my industry so much more. I was thinking about when I first started in real estate and after 3 month of no sale and no commission decided to quit and do a full time job. Thank God I didn't do that, I decided to do it 100% and got 6 deals in contact.
Now Active Rain gets me involved, keeps me updated, gives me new idea and I get awarded for all this.
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