Whether you need to relocate for your career, need more space for your family, or want a home that better fits your finances, spring is always an excellent time to list your home. Here are a few reasons to consider listing your home in the upcoming months. 

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In order to drive buyer interest and offers, you'll need to put in the effort to ensure your home makes a lasting impression. Our real estate agents always say cleaning is the single most important thing you can do in the days and weeks leading to an open house. And we don't mean tidying up. You'll likely need to clean like you've never cleaned before. If you're preparing for an open house, we prepared a quick list of areas many homeowners miss during the cleaning process:

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September is officially Happy Cat Month, so take some extra time to appreciate your feline friend. Cats make wonderful pets, but there's one part of cat ownership that everyone dislikes - the litter box. Its appearance isn't attractive, and no one wants to have its odor or the sounds of a cat scratching away in the box invading your home's common areas.
  
With a few tools, some time, and a little bit of effort, you can hide your cat's litter box while still leaving it easily accessible for them. Check out these tips to help make your cat's litter box out of sight and out of mind.

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With the start of the school year upon most of us, now's a great time to talk home organization! Kids resuming their studies often results in a flurry of backpacks, textbooks, and various other school supplies that can quickly leave your home in a stressful state of disarray. Here are some airtight back-to-school home organization tips you can use to corral the chaos.

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Have you ever wondered what style of house represents your personality? There are so many home types to choose from, you should know which one fits you best! Take a look at these five popular home styles to get an idea for the aesthetic and functionality that match your unique personality when you're ready to purchase your next home.

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Each sign of the zodiac is a unique blend of planetary alignments and elemental influences. This creates a personality that has unique needs, values and preferences – especially when it comes to their home. That's why we've created a list of rooms in the house that suit each sun sign's needs to a T. Here's your favorite room in the house based on your zodiac sign.

Aries - Home Gym

Aries needs to be active. There just is no getting around it. Their high-energy, go-getter spirit lives in their blood. And when they can't be active physically, they'll start to suffer greatly. So, obviously the gym is their #1 room. Whether it's a treadmill in the living room, a sunroom for yoga, or a fully equipped garage gym with barbells and HIIT workouts scrawled in chalk on the floor – it's all the same to these Mars-ruled signs. The sweatier the better!

Taurus - Kitchen

This grounded, Earthy sign is ruled by Venus – the planet of beauty and love. But there is one thing they love most – and that's food. Taureans need good food, comforting food, and lots of it to remain satisfied and happy. They love showing off their cooking skills and cooking for family and friends, too. That's why a big, fully equipped kitchen is this sign's favorite room. Complete with various cookware and exotic, yet hearty ingredients, this space is sure to satisfy these creatures of comfort.

Gemini - Game Room/Flex Space

You have to be quick to catch these flighty and mentally oriented signs. Ruled by Mercury, they crave intellectual stimulation 24/7. They are a gregarious sign by nature and love playing games and learning new things. You will typically find your favorite Gemini reading the latest news article, watching the newest TV show, or hanging with friends. This can all be done in a stimulating room with lots of hobbies to choose from. That's why the game room or flex space is the best place for these playful signs. Fill it with gadgets, board games, books, video games, and musical instruments, and watch them bask in the joy of entertaining themselves and you.

Cancer - Bedroom

Our sensitive, nurturing Cancers are happiest when at home – so nearly any room will do as long as they're with loved ones. But these Water-based signs crave creature comforts, cookies, and crying sessions. The bedroom is obviously the best place for these activities. Reading their favorite fantasy novel, watching a moody drama, or simply cozying up to their pets or family members with a pile of plush blankets and pillows (and a few sweet snacks) is their favorite thing of all time.

Leo - Bathroom

Leos are simply the sunshine of the zodiac. They are lions and lionesses and love to be in charge and admired. They're walking drama and theatre majors. And what better place to practice their latest monologue than in the bathroom mirror? They love a good, dramatic soaking clawfoot tub filled with potions and bubbles where they can sip their wine and pretend they're in a movie. And let's face it, the bathroom simply has the best acoustics for singing along to their favorite musical!

Virgo - Home Office

These Earthy mothering types can be a bit nitpicky, but pure-hearted. They simply want things to be clean and organized. Nothing wrong with that! That's why you will find them in the office. They're known to always be working their tails off while spraying their keyboards with compressed-air dusters. Post-its are their favorite invention, and they'll never miss an appointment or meeting as long as they have access to their beloved planner or calendar. Plus, the office is far away from the mess of the rest of the home, which, frankly, gives them hives just thinking about.

Libra - Dining Room

Make way for the hostess! Librans, like their Leo counterparts, have a flair for the dramatic, but function more as theater managers rather than stars. They love the art of entertaining and to be entertained, but they love it most when they can show off their entertaining skills creatively. That's why the dining room is where they shine. A beautifully curated table setting filled with family, friends, and good champagne is this artful soul's dream setting.

Scorpio - Den/Basement

Scorpios are powerhouses ruled by Mars, similar to Aries. But their Water element makes them much more introverted and even a bit secretive. They really like their alone time and prefer to have a lot of it. That's why the best room in the house for them is going to be somewhere quiet and private. A den or even a basement works well so they can be on their computer or deeply invested in a crime novel with no interruptions. Plus, they kind of need space to layout their corkboard timeline of a murder they're trying to solve.

Sagittarius - Mini-Bar

Party's here! Our adventurous, spicy, outgoing Sagittarians love a good party and are happiest when surrounded by their friends. They're witty and fun to be around and will do anything for a laugh or an applause. They also love good conversation and a good cocktail to go with it. That's why if you lose your Sagittarius friend, you'll want to check the mini bar first. They love to meet strangers in the night and discuss the latest philosophical theory they recently read about. They must always have a mini bar or bar cart in their home stocked with the bases for any cocktail their guest desires. Cheers!

Capricorn - Study/Library

Capricorns are known to be stoic, responsible, quiet types. That's not to say these Earthy signs can't have fun, but they really prefer to get their work done before launching into anything frivolous. They're serious about taking care of their jobs and understanding the world around them. They need a quiet space to do this and plenty of resources. That's why a study or library is going to be their favorite room. They can work, learn, and generally be in peace and quiet. Shhhhh.

Aquarius - Closet

Most Aquarians you speak to will tell you they live either online, in their head, or outside of the house. They don't like being cooped up for too long since it suppresses their gregarious nature (AKA their need to socially analyze groups of people for ~science~). Plus, how else are they going to get their humanitarian deeds done? That's why the closet is best suited for this sign who is always ready to go out with friends or save the world. A big, spacious closet with plenty of outfits to choose from that express their unique style is sure to be the go-to place for these airy signs.

Pisces - Garden

Fluttering about in a world of their own, Pisceans create magic wherever they go. These sensitive types love romance, travel, the arts, and can be quite emotionally wise beyond their years like old souls. They are also very nurturing and understand the role our Mother Earth plays in this world. You are likely going to find them doing something creative, whether painting, writing, arts and crafts or gardening. That's why anywhere outdoors or their own personal secret garden is best for these dreamy signs. They crave their own space to get away from the troubles of the real world and they have been known to have a green thumb!

Spooky season is here! There's only one way to celebrate: turning your home into a ghastly Halloween haven. And while you could drop tons of money on store-bought décor, why not try your hand on some homecooked decorations? Take these DIY Halloween décor projects for a spin this spooky season to get your ghoulish vibes right.

Empty Bottle Candlestick Holders

Take any empty bottle, spray paint it matte black, then insert a candlestick in the opening. Now you've got spooky flickers of candlelight!

Paper Bats & Cats

Cut out silhouettes of bats, cats, half-moons, and other creepy imagery using black paper, then stick them to the outside of windows throughout your house – they look great and are easy to make!

Flannel Face Pillows

Flex your sewing muscles with this nifty project that turns your favorite throw pillows into adorably creepy monsters.

Oversized Spiders

Foam balls, toothpicks, some paint, and a few more crafts are all you need to make these oversized spiders.

Bubbling Cauldron

Double, double, toil and trouble, fire burn and cauldron bubble! Creating your own frothing cauldron is a breeze. Just take a cast-iron Dutch oven and mix in a little water and dry ice and voila!

Illuminated Ghost Garland

Want to make your home feel truly haunted? Follow these simple instructions to make a bunch of friendly ghosts that'll light up your home with spooky charm.

Partygoing Pumpkins

Instead of carving up your pumpkins, try decorating them with other crafts: gemstones, glitter, masks, and more.

Pumpkin Archway

Let trick 'r treaters know exactly what kind of house they're approaching with this custom pumpkin archway out front.

Mummify Your Front Door

Take some white crepe paper, adhesive putty, and some scissors to transform your front door into a macabre mummy. If you want more silly than spooky, add some googly eyes.

Spider Cake

Take any store-bought cake and add some white frosting to a frosting piping bag (or make your own with a sealable freezer bag) to layer spiderwebs on the exterior. Stick some small novelty spiders on top of the webs and you've got a chilling yet delicious spider cake!

Witch Legs

Spruce up your front lawn with these wicked witch legs. A few crafts and some elbow grease are all you need for these witchy bush decorations.

Trees from Another Dimension

Those aren't any ordinary trees in your yard – at least not when you give them a set of ghoulish eyes! Draw some pupils on a fluorescent foam circle to create the eyes, then stick them to your trees with double stick tape.

Mason Jar Ghosts

Turn mason jars into g-g-g-g-ghosts! Hit them with some glass spray paint and affix some googly eyes to the front and bam, you've got ghosts.

Candy Corn Pinata

Festive cheer comes in the form of a giant piece of candy corn with this craft. Except this one isn't edible – it's a pinata!

Hanging Cage Props

Keep ghastly prisoners in line with these homemade hanging cage props. Follow this guide to make your own!

Skull Candle Holder

Set the spooky mood with these DIY candle holders made with plaster novelty skulls.

Crystal Ball Candlesticks

These nifty pieces of décor may look like something you'd drop $15 on at a big-box store, but you can make them on your own for less!

Hanging Bats

How adorable are these DIY hanging bats? All you need are black socks, hot glue, crafting foam, and a few more supplies to craft your own.