Smart lighting is available in many shades, colors, shapes and fixture sizes, which makes it easier to blend them into your day-to-day. With this technology, you can control multiple lights in a single room with bluetooth-enabled bulbs and experiment with various combinations. What Is Ambient Lighting? Ambient lighting refers to the first layer of light in the room,...

Your living room serves as one of the key areas where family and friends gather in your home. When you’re planning your custom home, you’ll be able to decide how you want your living room to look in terms of layout. Choosing a layout that works best involves taking certain factors into consideration, so that you’ll have a...

Information and advice for first-time homebuyers is everywhere. Unfortunately, many of the most commonly accepted truths about buying a home are either outdated or false. Here are some of the biggest myths about home buying to help you understand the facts. Myth: You Can't Buy a Home With a Bad Credit Score It is possible to qualify for...

Hail is a common weather phenomenon in areas prone to thunderstorms. Even if it never snows, you may experience the falling balls of frozen water pelting everything below. No matter where you are when a hailstorm occurs, it can be stressful and dangerous. Here are some safety tips for what to do if you're caught in a severe...

If your home has an unfinished basement, it may seem like the space is useless until you take the steps to finish it. However, unfinished doesn’t have to mean useless. There are some simple and inexpensive ways you can make an unfinished basement work for you with no remodeling. Here are some inspiring ideas to try in your...

In real estate transactions, homebuyers have to obtain some kind of financing. Typically, this additional monetary support comes from a third party institution like a bank or mortgage lender. However, sometimes the seller may also offer financing directly. There are many options available depending on the specific need and situation. Here is a basic overview of seller financing...

Talk about your fairytale dream home! This 2 bed, 1 bath, 1,240 square foot home packs all of the 1950s charm- with a generous sized backyard that is ready for all your entertaining needs. Starting with the adorable curb appeal that makes you feel like you're situated in a storybook setting, you'll notice the lush greenery, fenced yard, front porch, and a NEW roof (completed in 2020). Make your way through the home which has a spacious dining room w/ wood burning fireplace, large bedrooms, a kitchen with lots of cabinet space, and an open, permitted family/living room addition that leads out to the backyard. The backyard is an oasis with...

Take a look at this newly remodeled Sherwood Lakes ground floor condo. This location has convenient freeway access and is only a 6 minute drive to downtown South Salinas. The new, modernized features include new flooring, fresh paint, and new light and water fixtures throughout. You will love the fresh and clean feel! The remodeled kitchen has a deep, undivided sink, modern cabinet hardware, and quartz counter tops. Don't miss the custom mud closet in the entry for all of your outerwear needs. The bathroom has a new vanity & quartz countertop, and the bedrooms include brand new mirrored closet doors. With large sliding glass doors in one...

This move-in ready mobile home has had extensive remodeling/updating, including electrical & plumbing. Enter the large 140 SqFt front porch, you'll notice new siding and paint. Inside, the living room and kitchen are open to each other- allowing for optimal natural light. The remodeled kitchen has a breakfast bar, new appliances, and granite counter tops. The home also has high-end windows and modern laminate flooring. Both bedrooms are very spacious & the master bedroom has an updated bathroom with a large soaking tub. The second bathroom is also updated w/ a rain shower head. The permitted laundry room addition is right off the 2nd...

Don't miss this cozy, single story home in historic downtown South Salinas! This 2 bedroom home has a newer roof, windows, and gutters. One of the bedrooms includes a closet shelving unit for organized storage. It is situated on a spacious 6,534 SqFt lot with a detached garage (ADU potential), laundry hook ups, a storage shed and plenty of driveway space for parking. The low maintenance back yard is partially paved- perfect for potted plants. The front yard is equipped with a manual sprinkler system and automatic sprinklers in the back. It is also includes an alarm system, solar panels, and a water softener. Conveniently located, it is in...

Welcome home! This single story, Salinas gem is the total package. It's move in ready and has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a living space of 1,114 SqFt. Enter the front door and you will notice the spacious living room with a cozy fireplace. New carpeting has been installed throughout the home and it has also been recently painted. Down the hallway you will find the bedrooms and bathrooms. You will love the master bedroom! It has an extra long closet with mirrored doors and a sliding glass door that leads out to the patio. This home is generous with the natural light! The updated kitchen has plenty of cupboard space and easy access to the...

Very nice two bedrooms, plus a bonus room, home waiting for the right buyer to come add that final touch of TLC. This very bright home comes with large rooms and two baths. Have fun entertaining guest in the spacious open living room area. The open kitchen and dinning area is perfect for those holidays family gatherings. If you are looking for the perfect starter home, then hurry to see this gem because it want last long. Conveniently located near HWY 1, 101 and 156, and just a few miles from beautiful beaches. The community is very pet friendly and has on site laundry facilities on site management, fitness center, 2 club houses, 2 swimming...