Fresh Spaces
Breathe NEW life into your living space in 2024!
Creating new areas in your home can be an exciting and rewarding experience. Not only does it give your home a fresh look and feel, it also provides you a blank canvas to explore your design style while addressing your families needs. Have you been dreaming of a home office, a cozy reading nook, or dedicated space for your hobbies? Now is the perfect time to start planning projects to ensure they fit seamlessly into your home and lifestyle. So why wait? Start exploring your options and let’s transform your space into the home of your dreams!
Food for thought:
“Approach the new year with resolve to find the
opportunities hidden in each new day.”
— Michael Josephson
Navigating Interest Rates Like a Pro: Expert Tips
If you’ve been keeping up with the news, you’ve likely come across various reports on interest rates and economists’ forecasts. At AJW, we recognize that mundane headlines are just that, and although we wish we had a crystal ball, we unfortunately do not. Many homeowners are choosing to opt for creative lending solutions when embarking on significant remodeling projects, additions, or custom home builds. To help, we compiled a list of considerations for your upcoming renovation or property purchase.
- Stay Updated: Be informed by staying abreast of economic indicators and market trends to anticipate changes. Economists are predicting a slight dip in rates for the upcoming year (the election being a key indicator). Keep in mind, predictions may not end up being accurate.
- Financial Planning: Whether you’re planning to buy a home or renovate your current home, engage in thorough financial planning. Consider potential changes in interest rates and how they might impact your mortgage payment.
- Seek Professional Guidance: Consult with knowledgeable professionals in the market. At AJW, staying current on matters in the housing industry is part of our responsibility. We understand the importance of seeking advice from those well-informed about the evolving landscape and are happy to help guide you.
If you have ANY questions on buyer loyalty agreement, the law revisions, or how it may affect your home search, click here. Or email directly JanelleW@windermere.com
From the Designer’s Desk…
Trends to Look for in 2024
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As the new year approaches, I can’t help but think about what the design trends of 2024 will be? I think it’s true that all things come and go, but what seems to stay on trend are classic, neutrals that everyone loves and never go out of style.
I’m always staying inspired by my travels and client interactions. This next year I think we’ll see warm woods mixed with rich leathers and rich and bold paint colors. Think texture, texture, TEXTURE!
The Pantone Color of 2024 is PEACH FUZZ (a bold, velvety peach tone that radiates warmth and modern elegance. Both Sherwin Williams and Benjamin Moore have selected warm blues as their trending color of 2024. It’s going to be a BIG & bold, eclectic, beautiful year in design!
 | Kristyn PuntenneyProject Coordinator/DesignerKennewick ShowroomEmail: k.puntenney@greatfloors.com |
Can’t-Miss Community Events
Salsa Night @ WIT
Date: Friday, January 12
Time: 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Location: WIT Cellars, 505 Cabernet Ct
Tickets: Sold at the door $15 (includes a lesson and glass of wine)
Chris Pierce LIVE at Perfect Circle Brewing
Date: Thursday, January 18th
Time: 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Location: Brewminatti/Perfect Circle Brewing, 713 6th St
Tickets available at https://brewminatti.com/event-tickets/chris-pierce
Community Awards Banquet & Auction*
Date: Monday, January 29th
Time: 5:30-6:30pm Social Hour; Dinner to follow
Location: Walter Clore Wine & Culinary Center, 2140A Wine Country Rd
Tickets: $45/person (available to purchase at the Chamber office)
Join us to honor those individuals who have made a significant contribution to the betterment of our community. This is the Chamber’s only fundraising event of the year!
* event AJW will be present at
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