Whitney Minnich is a professional Realtor and Broker with John L. Scott Real Esate serving the greater Portland, OR area. For more information visit www.whitneyminnich.com
Powder Rooms That Make a Statement by Melissa Tracey on May 18, 2015 More home owners are turning to the powder room to make a dramatic statement and packing in a lot of design into these often small spaces, according to the 2015 Houzz Bathroom Trends Study , a survey of more than 3,000 home owners about their bathroom remodeling plans. Nearly two thirds of powder rooms are less than 40 square feet, but home owners are finding they can still make these spaces attention-getting, whether with a trendy sink or flashy wallpaper. Home owners report that their powder room renovations are mostly driven by the desire to do cosmetic touches, and therefore, home owners are finding affordable, do-it-yourself upgrades to spice up the space. Most home owners say they want to upgrade their powder room because they want the design to make a bolder statement – a more popular response among home owners than for any other bathroom in the house, the survey finds. The powder...
Builders Bet on Luxe Townhomes to Win Over Young Buyers January 17, 2019 Builders across the country are betting on luxury townhomes to try to get more young adults into homeownership. Open floor plans, high ceilings, and upgraded amenities are features they hope will lure millennials to buy their first home. “When a lot of people think of townhouses, they think of these very narrow homes because the floors are stacked on top of one another,” Felix Bravo, a sales executive with Pordes Residential in Miami, told Forbes.com. He is selling townhomes up to 3,000 square feet starting at $900,000. “With the amount of space we have, they have a very open feel.” The amenities include a private rooftop terrace with a jacuzzi and outdoor kitchen. “The wow factor is how much space they have and how luxurious the interior is in terms of appliances, cabinetry, and the kitchen island,” says Bravo. “The second biggest wow factor is being able to go up to your own private roof...
I'm excited to announce that I'm now offering 3D tours as part of my services when working with clients to sell their house. The technology is amazing and allows potential buyers to experience home buying in a unique way. Check out an example by clicking on the image below. If you've been thinking about selling your house, it's the perfect time to start the conversation. Contact me today at 571-970-7195 or whitney@whitneyminnich.com , to learn more.