Trend Alert: Cement Tiles

The new, hot way to express this trend is underfoot, with colorful, intricately patterned cement tiles that make a statement in any space.

It seems only yesterday that the design world and blogosphere were prophesying the now ubiquitous reign of white subway tile.  Over the course of the last several years, those shiny, 3×6 rectangles have popped up everywhere, from the backsplashes of trendy kitchens to the walls of chic hotel bathrooms. These days, however, designers and architects seem to have moved onto an altogether different form of surface covering.  With origins in the Middle East and North African countries like Morocco, cement tiles bring interest to whatever surface they touch. “These tiles… are both contemporary and vintage and when mixed with m

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odern cabinetry and details, can result in a truly showstopping look,” said Elements of Style.

 

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Ask the Experts: The Stovall Team

Q: When is the right time to begin the move process for my elderly parents?

A: Often, concerned family members question the timing process to begin assisting their elderly parents with a move. It is never too early to begin the psychological process. While the actual move may be months or sometimes years away, the emotional preparation begins much earlier.  Individuals and their support family should explore all of the next phase options prior to the actual implementation. Relevant questions include:

  1. Where is the next home going to be?
  2. How much will it cost? What is actually affordable?
  3. What is the current home worth?
  4. What is involved in putting it on the market?
  5. Do repairs or maintenance need to be done?
  6. Most importantly, when is the appropriate time to make the move?

 

In many cases, these questions need to be explored before any action can be taken. A well thought-out plan and goals will ease the transition process. With careful planning and consulting with family, friends, lawyers, financial advisors and Stovall Team,  positive steps can be taken. In a crisis or when sellers are not motivated, the wrong decisions can be made about house pricing, timing, necessary preparation and the logistics of the sale.

For seniors and their families, the decision-making may not be a smooth or easy process. In order to understand the full process, it is helpful to get a Home Assessment from Stovall Team. We are here to help the homeowner with their decision-making at the beginning stages of the move.

Contact Stovall Team today.  Working with The Stovall Team gives you the edge you need in this highly competitive real estate market place. Call Micah at 714.343.9294 or Steve at 714.393.5377 for a complementary market evaluation today.

 

Source: Micah Stovall, Stovall Team

 

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Make Your Current Home Work For the Future

A recent study from The Hartford Center for Mature Market Excellence and the University of Southern California found that about 40 percent of baby boomers expect to remodel their homes in the future, but many haven’t factored aging and potential health issues into their plans.

Kerrie Kelly,  a member of the American Society of   Interior Designers (ASID) and a Certified Aging in Place Specialist, has a handful of universal-design suggestions that will help people remain in their homes comfortably for many years to come. “A lot of these design elements become important,” says Kelly. “It’s not just a growing-old thing; there is an enjoying-your-lifestyle component as well.” Read on for ways to make your home safer and more comfortable now and in the future.

Aging-in-place design choices are gaining a higher profile as baby boomers become a larger segment of the population. According to AARP, the majority of older Americans want to stay in their homes permanently and live independently. This demographic change translates into demand for residential designs that anticipate changes in health, vision or mobility, and ensures that homes stay safe, comfortable and aesthetically pleasing.

Related to aging in place is “universal design,” which    emphasizes accessibility for all, with no sacrifice in style. Components may be as simple as abundant  lighting,  lever-style door handles, well-located storage, chair-height toilets, slip-resistant flooring and open plans with plenty of circulation space.   The most visible result of aging-in-place design is living space that simply “feels roomier and more open,” says Russ Glickman, whose Maryland company, Glickman Design/Build, specializes in accessible multigenerational and universal design homes.

Some home improvements made to accommodate a resident can be deducted from federal taxes as medical expenses; these may include widening doorways and halls, adding railings and grab bars, and lowering or modifying kitchen cabinets.

Let the Stovall Team help with your  Real Estate goals. Call us today  at 714.343.9294 or  714.393.5377  stovallteam.com

Sources: Realty Times, and The Stovall Team

 

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Stovall Team is the FIRST CHOICE

Stovall Team is the First Choice

 The Stovall Team has logged over 700 miles in just two months since the start of 2016, walking in your local neighborhoods  distributing our “Real Estate Insight”. These miles give us a chance to talk to people about Real Estate. It gives us a great chance to connect with our neighbors, friends and  clients. It also keeps our fingers on the pulse of the  market activity in your area.  These efforts matter because we work in your neighborhood which is also our  neighborhood. This gives us an early chance to know or have an idea of what homes are coming on the market in the near future or months in advance.

With over 50 years of combined experience, we are respected in our field and have working relationships with many Realtors. Just within my company of 350+ agents, Star Real Estate has a whopping 40% market share in the Huntington Beach and Fountain Valley Marketplace. We were also recently honored as the #1 Agent/Team Company wide for our 2015 production.  Often times homes are sold before they ever hit the market thanks to “pocket  listings”. Being a part of a large and productive Real Estate company and knowing the listing agents and their listing inventory can be a huge asset to you or your family member in the home selling or buying process. We can provide the edge that will make a world of  difference for you.

 

Even homes that make their way to the MLS can be challenging to purchase and buyers may find themselves in a bidding war.  Working with the Stovall Team helps in a multitude of ways. Our strong reputation as honest hard working and highly ethical agents translates to cooperative agents trusting us. They know that if we are working with a buyer, the buyer has been pre-approved, educated, and knows exactly what they are getting into. We will also help write the offer in a matter at which makes the most sense and puts us in the best strategic position.

 

Stovall Team Facts

-Live, work, and own in your area

-On the cutting edge of marketing & technology

-Top 1% of Realtors in Orange County

-Serving your area for over 39 years

-Over 1,825 homes sold

 

Working with The Stovall Team gives you the edge you need in this highly competitive real estate market place. Call Micah at 714.343.9294 or Steve at 714.393.5377 for a complementary market evaluation or pre purchase  consultation today.

 

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Ask The Experts: The Stovall Team

Saving money ranks high on most of our lists of New Year’s Resolutions. Create a family budget immediately. A snapshot of what you make and spend is critical. Who wants to be bothered with a budget? It takes time to ex-amine what you spend, where you spend it, and how much (or how little) you bring in relative to your expenses. Plus, you could be in for some unpleasant surprises. However, if you have dreams of buying a home, paying down debt, taking an exotic Hawaiian vacation, or having a comfortable retirement, planning is vital. And the first step to securing your future is to be aware of how you spend your money today.
It is the simple idea that the small trivial things we spend on everyday adds up to an extremely large amount over time. It isn’t all about skipping the store-bought fancy coffee as the “latte factor” is actually somewhat of misno-mer, it covers a lot more than lattes. It can be the candy we buy to snack on out of sheer boredom. Or the ciga-rettes we buy because we just can’t shake the nasty habit. Or the subscriptions to the magazines we don’t read but are too lazy to cancel. Heck it can even be the miles that we drive to work everyday.
The latte factor is the unconscious spending on the little everyday things that do not add any value to our lives.
Taking control of your latte factor means the willingness to give up on the little things for the sake of big wins (those that bring long term happiness and value). It calls for discipline of your spending habits. New Year’s resolutions can be a great way to spark change in your life. And wouldn’t freeing up money be a great way to start out 2016?

Sources: Stovall Team, Realty Times, CNN Money

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