The real estate market is still on fire! Here are 6 updates that will help you sell your home.

1.Painting a Neutral Color

Painting the walls a neutral color costs on average $2 – $6 per square foot. Using a neutral shade will make the home more inviting and give it a fresh feel. This makes it easier for potential buyers to see their own things in the space.

2.Replacing Your Garage Door

Replacing your garage door costs on average around $1,124, but when you list your home for sale, it adds value to your property. Replacing an old and worn-out garage door will positively impact curb appeal, which in turn leads to higher property values. On average, you’ll recoup 97.5% of your investment here according to a study from Remodeling magazine.

3.Refacing Your Cabinet Doors

Replacing cabinets in your kitchen is an affordable way to update your home’s look with minimal time or money spent on renovations. Refacing your cabinet doors starts on average between $1,000 – $3,000, depending on style and size choice. This may seem like a lot, but if you consider that this price includes all doorknobs, hinges, handles, drawer slides, etc., you realize what good value these doors are compared to other projects that cost upwards of $5,000 – $10,000+. The great thing about replacing just the cabinet door panels is that they won’t impact outside the space itself, so there isn’t much clean-up or mess left over after.

4.Updating Bathroom Fixtures

Updating the finishes in your bathroom will also give you a good return for money invested, price-wise and value-wise. This project usually costs between $1,000-$5,000 depending on what fixtures are included, but on average, you can recoup about 66% of the remodel cost after you sell your home. Installing new hardware such as faucets or replacing old toilets with newer models is also a home improvement that’s not too expensive and adds equity without breaking the bank.

5.Outdoor Improvements

Landscaping can make a huge improvement to your curb appeal. Projects range from just removing weeds or old plants to bringing in mulch, seasonal plants, and flowers, or even new grass. On average, sprucing up your landscaping costs between $50 – $700 each. 

If you need to do some work on your exterior, a few projects offer a significant return on investment. One example is adding outdoor living space, such as adding an outside kitchen or a fireplace for entertaining guests in the backyard. Adding these features can increase your home’s value by up to 12.4% without costing much more than just materials which cost about $1,500-$2,000 depending on what you choose. Plus, it’s always nice having somewhere with extra space and comfy chairs where friends and family can come to visit during those beautiful summer evenings!

6.Replacing Windows

Installing new windows can vary in price depending on how many and what type of windows you install. Still, they add value to your house by increasing energy efficiency, allowing people with older homes to save money on their monthly utility bills. Replacing your home’s old windows with new ones costs on average $650 per window and can have a return on investment of on average 73.4% – 70.8% depending on materials.

By: Scott Oyler, Oyler Group
@Coldwell Banker West Shell

Northside Distilling began as a basement hobby—two friends with a still, exploring their passion for authentic, high-quality craft spirits. Before long, word spread and a weekend pastime became a bona fide business.

To meet growing demand, operations were moved out of the basement to the family barn located in Cincinnati’s historic Northside neighborhood, where the brand was officially born and began expanding a line of spirits known for its local flair.

Northside continues to grow, and with another move—this time to Cincinnati’s vibrant downtown scene—Northside Distilling has further broadened its offerings of award-winning, authentic spirits with deep yet smooth taste profiles. With each sip, savor the flavor that is unique to the Northside.

Northside Distilling is Cincinnati’s first distillery since Prohibition. We currently produce bourbon, gin, vodka, American agave and seasonal rum as well as limited-edition specialty releases and private label spirits.

Our Race Street location offers tours, free tastings, private events and an interactive shopping experience for Northside Distilling spirits, swag and everything in between. Stop in to shop in-person or order online for pickup. We are open every Friday from 5pm to 10pm and Saturdays from 2pm to 10pm.Opening soon on Thursdays and Sundays! Learn more at northsidedistilling.com and follow along on social media for our most up-to-date hours:
Instagram @northsidedistillingco
Facebook @northsidedistilling

Art Beyond Boundaries Gallery invites you to see our summer exhibition, ‘Summer Return to Freedom,’ starting Aug. 6, 2021. ABB will display a variety of paintings, sculptures, photography, and other media by talented, local and regional artists. This exhibition will also be available to the public for Second Sunday on Main, Aug. 8th.  The exhibit will run until Sept. 17, 2021 and Admission is free.

Art Beyond Boundaries provides a professional, mainstream fine arts exhibition venue for artists with disabilities, located at 1410 Main Street in the historic Over-the-Rhine arts district. With your support, we can continue providing a gallery, workshops, programs, and services for our artists and people with disabilities. For more information, “friend” or “follow” the gallery on Facebook, Instagram, and/or contact the gallery.

July brings many happy moments with fireworks, pool parties, barbeques, and Burger Week! Hungry burger lovers will treasure hunt their way through the Greater Cincinnati area to discover new burger destinations and favorites.  Street City Pub is prepared for the rush. They decided to pay tribute to their sister restaurant, Prime Cincinnati, by featuring a Smash version of the famous Jack Burger. 

 The relationship between the two brands is strong. Situated in the heart of Central Downtown Cincinnati, they reside side-by-side in the @580 Building on Walnut Street. Menus for both were designed by Chef Shawn Heine. The Jack Burger is named for his youngest, precocious son, Jack. Just like his son, the burger is memorable and sweet with a Jack Daniels Bourbon Bacon Jam.

 Street City Pub has big plans brewing inside its cozy walls. Over the past year, the ambiance has changed. There is a sliding glass walk-out to an urban patio on 6th Street. Venture past the entrance and through the “pub” area to a secret room with murals featuring the Cincinnati connector, the Aronoff Center’s main stage, and bourbon barrels. Extending from the Aronoff mural is an actual stage to feature Cincinnati’s local talent for musical evenings. Lounge seating is available, and a new bourbon display is in the making. When thinking of Street City Pub, remember to expect the Unexpected.

In April the CDC announced that fully vaccinated Americans can travel at low-risk to themselves and do not need to self quarantine upon returning.  As world travel guidelines shift quickly, international travel requires a few more particulars but don’t let that stop you!!

The Caribbean is calling and here is why you should answer with a flight ticket!

Check out Mexico or the Dominican Republic. Neither require a negative Covid test to enter.  Entry and exit forms along with health declarations are all done online.

All-inclusive Resorts in the Caribbean and Mexico are offering the safest and easiest travel experience.  

For now, all travelers entering the US will need to acquire a negative antigen test before boarding the plane. Sounds like a hassle, right? Wrong if you chose the right hotel!  Many resorts including the entire AMResorts luxury properties with Secrets, Breathless, Dreams, Now, Sunscape and Zoetry Resorts are offering the test on property at no cost to the traveler!  The concierge sets up your test a day or two before you depart and emails a copy of your negative result for you to present to the airlines. And even more important and impressive, if you would test positive, these resorts will keep you in a designated area of the resort for the 10-14 days of quarantine with meals delivered all at no cost!  AMAZING! 

Stay longer!  If you are working from home why go back? Luxury all-inclusive resorts such as the one mentioned previously are pulling out all the stops to provide a safe and healthy vacation environment that doubles as a workstation.  Boost your immune system with the vitamin D, fresh air, exercise, and positive energy your four walls at home cannot provide. ENJOY!! 

The Bourbon event of a lifetime is just down the road in Louisville, Kentucky! Bringing together the best of the best in culinary, cocktails and Bourbon arts, Bourbon Classic takes place November 3 – 6, 2021. We recommend making a weekend getaway of it and enjoying Bourbon Classic’s signature events: the Cocktail & Culinary Challenge (November 5) and TASTE (November 6), both at Louisville Slugger Field. 

Arrive in Louisville on Friday, November 5, and get your weekend started with world-class Bourbon cocktails and small plates at the Cocktail & Culinary Challenge. Teams of master bartenders and acclaimed chefs will be matched with Bourbon Classic sponsor distilleries to compete in two rounds: Classic and Contemporary. 

Start Saturday with a distillery tour, local brunch, or shopping, then head back to Louisville Slugger Field for Bourbon University, followed by TASTE. Bourbon University includes  the Bourbon educational experience of your choice, from distillery tours to Bourbon tasting sessions, food pairings, and more. 

After Bourbon University, it’s time for a Bourbon experience like no other! As you make your way through TASTE, you’ll savor Bourbon tastings from Bourbon Classic distillers, meet distillery reps, and enjoy delicious dishes from featured restaurants. At the end of the night, don’t forget to take home your commemorative Glencarin tasting glass. 

Tickets for Bourbon Classic, including weekend packages, are on sale now at BourbonClassic.com. While you’re there, be sure to check out the local area guide for recommended hotels, restaurants, and more, to make the most of your weekend in Louisville.