7 Simple and Awesome Gifts to Give This Holiday Season!

We all anticipate the holidays every year but somehow we always forget to buy gifts! With all the decorating, baking, and other work that has piled up, remembering to buy gifts at the last minute can be stressful. Giving a gift certificate or cash is an acceptable idea, but we’ve thought about even better last-minute gift ideas! These gifts for the home are so awesome that they will never even know that shopped them at the last minute. Whether it be your husband, parents, children, or co-workers, they’re going to love these low-stress, last-minute gifts!  1. A Cozy Throw Make your loved one feel more at home by giving them a cozy throw pillow. Who wouldn’t want an additional throw pillow in their living room? I personally love having multiple pillows, I just have to teach my husband’s dog to stop stealing them! Throw blankets are also so warm and cozy, especially during the Winter. What makes it even more meaningful is if it is given by someone close to me. It’s like having them beside me even though they are away.  2. A Gold Bartender Set Level up celebrations at home with a gold bartender set. Why don’t you start this holiday? Make Christmas fancier with this gift. Mix your favorite cocktails using this kit which is also a great accent to your elegant home. Even though you are just at home, it will feel like you are in a high-end bar but minus the expensive drinks. How cool is that?  3. Bathtub Caddy Upgrade your loved one’s bathroom experience with a stylish and functional bathtub tray.  Nothing beats a relaxing bubble bath after a long and tiring day. Now, imagine having a phone holder, book holder, or a cup and candleholder while relaxing! You can put everything that you need on the caddy so you won’t have to ruin the mood to stand up. Add a bath bomb so your loved one can truly feel that you care about their wellness.  4. Amazon Prime Membership Do you have that friend who loooves to shop and watch movies? Well, no need to think about what to give them further. An Amazon Prime subscription has everything would wish for. Amazon Prime offers exclusive shopping deals and discounts, and free delivery! Membership also includes access to tons of award-winning movies and TV shows, over two million songs, and free books!  5. A flower subscription service for freshly delivered blooms Fresh flowers never fail to make someone’s day. There is just something about the beauty of fresh flowers that makes someone feel good. Remind the important people in your life that you care about them by sending a nice bouquet of flowers every day! It also serves as a daily reminder that they are loved and that someone thinks about them every day.  6. Acupressure Mat and Pillow Set A bed of needles might sound unappealing, but you might have a loved one that can use its benefits. If you know someone who experiences a lot of back or body pain, stress, or headaches, this is the gift for them. Acupressure beds help relieve stress, stimulate endorphins, reduce pain, and increase energy. Trust me, they’ll thank you once they experience this acupressure bed.  7.  Donation in someone’s name If you’ve read all of these and think that the person already has everything they need, well, why not make a donation in that person’s name instead? Think about any causes or charities that your friend or loved one has always held close to their heart. Do they love dogs? Maybe they care about the environment? Or do they regularly volunteer for a local orphanage in your area?  Think about what they care about the most and donate in their name. They’re sure to appreciate it more than another pair of socks!   Did you pick up a few ideas to give your loved ones? Choosing something practical and personalized is always a great idea. Remember that a gift will always be appreciated as long as it comes from the heart. Oh, and don’t forget to write them a personalized greeting card or letter!

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The Top 3 Upgrades To Make To Your Property Before You Sell

In today’s real estate market, when selling your home, you probably will have to make improvements and renovations to your property to stay competitive and receive the highest offer for your property. Home improvements can include refurbishing, remodelling, repairing, or renovation projects in your home. All improvements are not created equal. Some improvements add more value to your home than others. Here are the top three improvements to prep your property for a faster sale and higher sales price. Kitchen Renovations & Upgrades Prior to Selling Your Home If you want to increase the value of your home through improvements, the best room to start in is the kitchen. Appliances are very important to most home buyers. In fact, it’s one of the first things that home buyers notice when home shopping. As such, old appliances should be replaced; this is especially true if you have mismatched appliances in your kitchen. If your budget allows, installing new countertops together with new appliances is ideal.Additionally, when it comes to kitchen improvements, two of everything adds additional value to your home. Two ranges and two dishwashers are popular with those who enjoy entertaining or have large families. Built-in chopping block areas and trendy marble are also renovations to consider. Painting your cabinets or even just changing the hardware (i.e., the knobs, handles, or pulls), are cheap renovation ideas to spruce up the kitchen. Replace your Flooring Prior to Selling Your Home Improvements made to the flooring will have the most dramatic effect on your living space. If your property still has carpet installed, you may want to consider swapping out the carpet for something else. Specifically, there are so many inexpensive flooring options available such as, hardwood, stone, and laminate, all of which are more durable, easier to clean and last longer than carpet. As such, there is no reason to have old and outdated flooring in your home. Replace the Fixtures Prior to Selling Your Home Upgrading and investing in quality fixtures throughout your property is an easy way to elevate and modernize your property without spending a lot of money. Upgrading small things such as light switch covers, door handles, installing new locks are all easy yet effective upgrades. You can also install new ceiling fans and light fixtures throughout the entire house, as another way to modernize the residence. Upgrading the faucets in the kitchen and the bathroom are easy yet important upgrades to make to your home, especially because these fixtures tend to wear easily. Additional Pro tips for Selling Your Home: A new coat of paint in both the interior and the exterior, never hurts your home’s chances of selling faster. Use neutral colors to appeal to as many home buyers as possible.Additionally, landscaping has a considerable effect on the visual impact of a home. A professionally landscaped yard with flowers, adds a nice touch to your property’s exterior appearance. Storage is often a top priority for families. As such, sellers can look for cheap ways to increase storage throughout their property. For example, sellers can install shelving, install walls storage, and add organizational units in the closets. Lastly, it should go without saying, but a clean house without clutter sells a lot faster than a dirty and cluttered home.

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