Nichole Talbot

2 months ago | homelight.com | Nichole Talbot

Your agent takes you to that picture-perfect home that includes everything on your must-have list. It’s the one; you’re ready to pounce and make an offer, and your agent’s coming at you with next steps — sales contract, contingency options, the appraisal. There are lots of moving parts, and your agent’s primary job is to protect your interests. A big part of that is making sure you’re not overpaying for your home.

Dec 3, 2024 | homelight.com | Nichole Talbot

Don’t let the pristine facade or shiny appliances of a model home deceive you: buying new construction will be as complex as any old real estate transaction, and for that, you do need a Realtor® to buy a new house. You’ll need to navigate the fine print of builder-friendly contracts, resist the temptation of fancy upgrades, maximize resale value, and trust that a bunch of boards and concrete will become a suitable place to live on budget and on time.

Oct 21, 2024 | forbes.com | Nichole Talbot |Cassidy Grubisic

Unless you want your home to look truly haunted, tidy up the lawn and porch to create a welcoming look. Get your house Halloween-ready by mowing the lawn, trimming hedges and raking up the leaves. As a bonus, this yard work gives you a head start on your fall and winter lawn and garden maintenance. This is also a good time to give your yard a quick once over and pick up items left out to prevent trick-or-treater trips and falls.

Sep 6, 2024 | forbes.com | Nichole Talbot |Samantha Allen

One of the principles of good interior design is creating a focal point. If you’re not accustomed to using bright color in your home, keep it to a single eye-catching feature. “Without careful balance, it can overwhelm,” says Kathleen Walsh, Access to Design at the New York Design Center.

Aug 6, 2024 | forbes.com | Nichole Talbot |Samantha Allen

When planning your space, think about creating zones for specific activities. Interior Designer Jessica Preteroti cleverly uses green-painted arches to designate each area of her garage, including weight training and ballet barre spaces. “The garage gym was a fun, one-week project that challenged me to think vertically to create stylish and functional storage solutions which allow this garage space to double as a parking space when hosting guests,” she told Forbes Home.