For homeowners living in a coastal landscape, it might seem difficult to plan and maintain a garden. With the salty air, strong winds and variable humidity, the conditions prove difficult for many popular plants. However, there are more options for coastal gardens than you might realize. Whether you’re on the west coast, east coast or somewhere in between,...

A classic leather sofa or armchair make the perfect addition to many styles of living room. With leather furniture, you can create depth and contrast while working with almost any color scheme. Whether you prefer traditional, rustic or ultra-modern interior decor, there are plenty of ways to incorporate leather furniture into your living room. Here are some expert...

Whether you have recently renovated your kitchen or you are simply trying to give your existing kitchen a fresh look, you will find that accent pieces are a welcome addition to your decor theme. The kitchen is a room that needs to be both practical and functional as well as pleasing to the eye. While you likely aren't...

If you’re looking for a starter home, you probably know some of your criteria already. A starter home is a more affordable and practical stepping stone to eventually owning a larger and more expensive forever home. Even with this concept in mind, it’s hard to know what to look for. Here we’ll go over the biggest things to...

If you’re fantasizing about a dream cottage house, you might be interested in the variety of styles, shapes and sizes cottages come in. While there are many more options than you might think, all cottage style homes feature some of the same key elements. Here is a short guide to the defining characteristics of cottage house plans: Architectural...

In many homes, the mudroom is the gateway into the house. In homes without a mudroom, a dedicated entryway space serves the same purpose. While it's easy to let things clutter and accumulate in these spaces, it's just as easy to find storage and organization solutions that work--no matter how much space you have. Here are some tips...

Carpet has been a popular cover for stairs for decades and continues to endure in modern trends. There are many benefits to carpet on stairs, including noise reduction and extra cushioning. However, carpet on stairs is not for everyone. If you’re considering an alternative to carpet on the stairs in your home, here are the best options to...

Real estate investment opportunities come in many forms. Whether you own and manage a rental property, own shares in an investment trust or anything in between, it's possible to get great returns on investment. High-end or luxury real estate has always been considered a profitable way to go in investing. But how do you get started? Here are...

There are many options for repurposing or donating old clothing. For pet owners, here is one more option: making a custom pet bed. This simple DIY project will help you transform an old sweatshirt into a cozy new bed for your small dog or cat. Here is all of the information you need to get started: Materials &...

Listed by KW Coastal Estates - DRE# 01342579

Wonderful single story Monterey Park home on one of South Salinas best streets! This recent remodeled from the top to bottom home awaits its new owners. When you walk in the front door you will be able to tell this home has been lovingly cared by this owner for the last 43 years. Fantastic kitchen with plenty of granite counter space and stainless steel appliances outlined by custom backsplash. There is a cozy family room with gas fireplace insert. Separate large formal living room with wonderful natural light. Down the hall you will find 3 large bedrooms and upgraded bathrooms. The garage has plenty of space and built in cabinets. ...

Listed by Dream House Realty - DRE# 01867113

Super cute spot! Just a few homes at the end of this road, hill top spot. No traffic agriculture fields on one side, long time homeowners on the other. Quiet Park across the street. Huge Lot, new carpet, new kitchen cabinets and countertops. Tons of parking, Detached 2 car garage. Bring your ideas and make it your...

Listed by Compass - DRE# 02003197

Rare single story home minutes away from the famous Santa Cruz & La Selva beach! Sitting on a large corner lot in one of the most sought after surfing neighborhoods in Santa Cruz county. Spacious floor-plan with an open concept, an extra large kitchen to dine and entertain, gas stove cooktop, stainless steel appliances included and a modern updated bathroom. Boasting natural lighting throughout every corner, updated laminate hardwood floors, new carpet, new paint, added on de-attached garage perfect for anyone looking to build some equity, or potential investors for future...