7 Top Trends in Home Design and Remodeling

Whether you’re undergoing a complete renovation or simply refreshing a space or two in your home, 2025 design trends emphasize creating a space that feels cozier and reflects your personality more than ever before.

Here’s what’s rising to the top in home design and remodeling, and how you can incorporate these trends into your own space, no matter your budget.

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Ep 032 – How to Be a Smarter Multi Property Homeowner

Summary:
In this episode of the Be a Smarter Homeowner podcast, hosts Beth Dodson and John Bodrozic discuss the complexities of managing multiple homes, including rental properties, vacation homes, and family residences. They emphasize the importance of home maintenance, inventory management, and understanding the financial implications of owning multiple properties. The conversation also highlights the impact of weather on home maintenance and the necessity of having a clear system in place for effective management.

Keywords

home maintenance, multiple homeowners, property management, home inventory, financial planning, weather impact, rental properties, vacation homes, maintenance tasks, homeowner tips

Takeaways

Multiple homeowners can include rental, vacation, and family homes.

Home inventory helps track maintenance needs across properties.

Property managers may not cover all necessary maintenance tasks.

Weather significantly impacts home maintenance requirements.

Understanding maintenance costs is crucial for rental property investors.

A maintenance calendar can help manage tasks effectively.

Assuming property managers handle everything can lead to issues.

Each home faces unique climate challenges that affect maintenance.

Regular maintenance can prevent costly repairs down the line.

Having a system in place reduces stress for multiple homeowners.

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 Sound Bites

“Managing multiple homes adds complexity.”

“Home inventory is critical for maintenance.”

“Property managers may not cover all tasks.”

“Every home faces unique climate challenges.”

“A system is essential for managing homes.”

Chapters

00:40 Understanding Multiple Homeownership

06:35 The Importance of Home Inventory

12:03 Managing Maintenance with Property Managers

16:43 Weather’s Impact on Home Maintenance

21:03 Financial Aspects of Maintaining Multiple Homes

26:32 Creating a System for Home Management


How to Safely Clean Your Gas Fireplace (Without Calling in a Pro)

Gas fireplaces are one of those modern home upgrades that feel like magic. Flip a switch, and boom…cozy vibes.

But like anything that involves gas, flame, and safety, they need a little TLC from time to time. Cleaning your gas fireplace isn’t just about keeping it looking sharp; it’s also key to keeping it safe and running efficiently.

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