When it comes to use of stone in homes, three types especially chisel out from the rest, with opinion split over which amongst granite, marble, and quartz makes for the best kitchen countertops. For every granite lover, there is a marble or quartz enthusiast. Granite fans are usually quick to point out that this is […]
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Sell House Quickly Dallas: How to Get Out of the Pickle
Wondering how to sell house quickly Dallas? This is an issue many homeowners looking to sell have to grapple with at some point. The conundrum stems from the fact that by their very nature, houses are not an easy commodity to get off your hands. After all, for the majority of people, this is the […]
Cozy up at Home this Valentine’s Day with these Simple Ideas
It’s here people. The calendar’s most romantic day of the year. You either hate it or love it, but whichever side of the divide you lie, we believe Valentine’s Day is a perfect time to hit pause momentarily after what has been a crazy sprint out of the gates following a hectic start to the […]
Breathe New Life into Your Backyard with These Affordable Makeovers
We know, we know…Spring is not in another couple of weeks, blah-blah-blah, blah-blah-blah. But hey, is there a season a more delightful season than this?! Winter and fall and summer all have their upsides, but really, there is nothing like springtime. The snow is gone. The temperatures are just right. The flowers are in full […]
5 Inventive Ways to Keep Out the Chill from your Home this Winter
Winter is coming here. With the cold spell set to continue in many regions across the country, we thought this would be an ideal time to serve you some tips to aid your efforts in trapping that much needed warmth inside. Actually, this could not have come at a better time when wood-burning stoves, open flames […]
Selling My Rental: 6 Clear Indications it is Time to Sell your Rental Property
When does selling my rental make sense? It is no secret that rental properties can be a great investment avenue. Assuming, of course, you purchased the property below market value and are managing the same properly. It is the ultimate side hustle, bringing in a constant stream of passive income without much input on your […]
4 Home Improvement Projects Best Left to the Pros
DIY. It is a craze that has swept America as popularity surges for home improvement shows designed to captivate viewers with remarkable home improvement projects. After hours of watching Rehab Addict and Fixer Upper, it is easy to get inspired, pumped up even, to the point you feel you could single-handedly replace the entire kitchen […]
Home Décor Trends that will Be Big in 2018
Aah, 2017. There are many things we would love to forget about the year, especially as regards the state of security globally, or to some, the shifting political landscapes that ushered in new regimes across different nations. But it would be unfair to say there wasn’t anything to smile about. There was. A LOT. The […]
Out with the Old, In with the New: 6 Strategies for Maximum Decluttering Success
A new year is upon us and what better time to talk about decluttering your home than now? Throwing out old clutter is not a chore reserved for spring only. A new year brings with it hope and the opportunity for fresh beginnings. What some of us often forget, though, is that these things are […]
Help, I want to Sell My House Quickly!
“I want to sell my house quickly.” Good. You have come to the right place! Shiny Key Properties specializes in helping families and individuals like you in selling their homes around the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The aim of this post is to guide you on the different strategies employed by most homeowners when selling their […]