2023 Interior Design Trends

A new year is here! For many of us the new year brings a new wave of energy, creating a new habit, learning a new skill, turning the first page in a new book, setting goals or even starting on a new home project! If you are looking to freshen up a room in your home or take on a fun new project, this blog post is for you! Each year we patiently wait to see what the industry leaders share for interior design and colors of the year. When you done scrolling those this blog post, head over to check out the 2023 Colors of the Year! 

1. Dark & Moody Interiors - Dark blues, greens, & grays, give off a cozy yet moody vibe.

photo sources: Canva, bo_decor, Pinterest, 

2. Natural/Organic Interiors - Natural woods,

4 Weeks of Decluttering After the Holiday Season

Looking to reset your home after the holidays? This blog post is for you! We know how refreshing a good reset of our homes can be after taking down the holiday decor. Today's blog post is broken up into 4 weeks of decluttering. Each week will target a different area of the home to focus on. Bonus Tips! If you have a hard time decluttering we have included some helpful tips when it comes to parting with items around the house.

Week 1: The Kitchen

• Thoroughly go through your cabinets, drawers, pantry, refrigerator, and underneath the sink. Go through each area one day at a time. Take time to look at each item. Remove any broken items or items that have not been used in 1-2 years.

Week

Cozy with Character - 626 Campbell Ave Makes You Feel Right at Home

2 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom | 1,669 Square Feet | $147,000

Listed by Luke & Becky Bartlett, 319.269.1651

This charming home on Campbell boasts updates alongside character! Just inside the front door, the wonderful living room provides plenty of space and features a fireplace and original wood flooring that leads throughout the rest of the main floor. Beyond the living room, you'll love the dedicated dining room with its original built-in corner cabinets. The beautiful kitchen boasts many updates and features a glass tile backsplash. You'll also find two generous bedrooms and an updated full bath on the main level. The second floor of this home provides a space with bunches of

A Unique Cedar Falls Find - Sleek, Contemporary & Mid-Century Modern Home - 1000 W 18th St., Cedar Falls

4 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | 3,704 Sq.Ft | 2 Stall Garage | $314,900

Listed by Melissa Hardmann, 319.269.0304

Sleek, contemporary and unique! Featuring oversized rooms and lovely outdoor courtyards, this home is truly one of a kind. The main level is soaked in natural light everywhere you look and boasts almost 2500 square feet of living space with a fully updated kitchen, formal dining, large living room, 4 bedrooms including an owners' suite and 2.5 baths! Main floor laundry for easy living. The walkout basement has a large family room, office/den, 3/4 bath, and a non-conforming bedroom along with plenty of unfinished storage space. It's

2022 Holiday Light Displays Around the Cedar Valley 

Looking for something fun to do with friends and family this holiday season? Hop in the car take a look at some of these great holiday light displays the Cedar Valley has to offer! 

Information take from Prospect Light Show Facebook Page

Prospect Light Show

• Address: 1056 Prospect Blvd, Waterloo
• Dates: No show this year.
• Description: If you would like to donate to St. Judes, Use this link to go directly to St. Judes
• or you can donate via Venmo at @Marge-Budensiek and a note PLS – St. Judes in the description.

A Little Christmas Light Show

• Address: 617 2nd St., Evandsale
• November 25 - December 25, 2022
• Times: Sunday - Thursday 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Friday &

November 2022 Monthly Recap 

67 Total Transactions: Congrats to the 30 clients who sold their home and 37 clients who have purchased homes in November! Thank you for letting our Oakies be there for you through your buying or selling process.

List to Sale %: 11 straight months of Oakridge agents getting sellers top dollar for their home! Oakridge Average List to Sale Price: 98.9% compared to the MLS of 98.03%. How does this benefit you? Homes are selling in the Cedar Valley. When selling your home our agents are getting their clients more $$ compared to others in the Cedar Valley area.

Average Days on Market: 9 Average Days on Market compared to MLS Average of 26!!  This is HUGE!! We are SO proud to say this is a true reflection of our team, their

The Homebuyer Checklist: Everything From Choosing Your Agent to Closing

When it comes to buying a home it can be easy to get overwhelmed. We are here to help! Today we put together a checklist for all homebuyers. This is an eight-step checklist that covers everything from choosing your agent to closing on your home! 

1. Meet with a Realtor - You'll decide what type of home you're looking for, including the style, price range, neighborhood, and more.
2. Get Pre-Approved - Your Oakridge agent can assist in getting you connected with a local lender. Getting pre-approved will determine what your price range is on the home you can afford.
3. Look a Properties - The fun part! You will view properties that match your search criteria. Be sure to take

6 Ways to Show Your Home Some Love this Holiday Season

December is here! With the holiday season just a few weeks away it is easy for items around the house to get pushed to the side. Here is this month's home maintenance checklist. Six common items that are easy to forget but important to the health and longevity of your home.

1. Change HVAC filters & test smoke/carbon dioxide detectors
2. Test electrical outlets
3. Check attic insulation
4. Run water in unused areas
5. Inspect fire extinguisher
6. Stay on top of snow removal

Spectacular Modern Ranch Home in Desirable Heritage Hills Neighborhood - 615 Melendy Ln., Cedar Falls

5 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | 2,2546 Square Feet | 2 Stall Garage | $437,000 | MLS #20224587

Listed by Brad Page, 319.404.8899, & Brian Page, 319.231.772

Spectacular LGC built 5 bedroom 3 bath ranch style home in the desirable Heritage Hills Addition. Admire the attention to detail throughout this contemporary open design floor plan that checks all the boxes. With just under 2300 square feet of living space. Features include a wide open gourmet kitchen with solid surface countertops and subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, center island and custom lighting. Enjoy the finished lower level that includes a large family room offering

Stunning, Spacious & Secluded - 4525 William Dr., Waterloo

6 Bedrooms | 3.5 Bathrooms | 5,210 Square Feet | .93 Acre | 3 Stall Garage | $646,000 | MLS #20224040

Listed by Carl Ericson, 319.504.3640

Simply stunning! Take a look at this sprawling ranch home situated on nearly an acre of ground with mature trees! From the moment you step in you will feel at home in this open and spacious plan. Step in to the living room with beautiful wood floors, double sided gas fireplace and built-ins. The living room opens to a gorgeous and expansive kitchen that does not disappoint! Enjoy cooking and entertaining with your built-in range and double one, granite counters, extensive cabinetry and huge center island. Just off the kitchen is a spacious dining