Let the stars guide you to your perfect wine

The ideal wine for your zodiac sign according to astrologers

Curious about astrology? According to Shape, “Your sun sign can tell you about your confidence, self-esteem, self-image, sense of self, and identity. It'll also influence your life path.”

When we are born determines our astrological sign and some swear it pre-conditions our personality and preferences, including taste and smell. BH&G asked astrologers Maressa Brown and Alice Smith to help them select the best wines for each sign of the zodiac.

According to the pair of astrologers, as a Capricorn, I would undoubtedly “appreciate celebrating high-quality, classic grapes like often-overlooked Cabernet Franc. As one of the 'parents' of hybrid Cabernet Sauvignon (alongside Sauvignon Blanc), Cabernet Franc is a traditional sommelier favorite that’s medium bodied, beautifully aromatic,."

I cannot wait to try this type of wine to see how the flavors resonated with my astrological profile! If you’d like to discover what wine is suggested for your astrological sign, head to BH&G and start sipping.

Head to Better Homes & Gardens to unveil your own sign wine:

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Historically, 90% of homebuyers have elected to work with a Realtor- that's not changing

Last month, the National Association of Realtors announced a settlement that would resolve nationwide litigation over claims from home sellers related to broker commissions.

You may have heard about the recent settlement by the National Association of Realtors to resolve litigation over broker commissions. This multi-million-dollar settlement and the new practices it will usher in have led many to wonder if real estate agents would be become obsolete. The answer is a resounding “of course not!”

These are the changes stipulated in the settlement as related by Fortune: “Specifically, the settlement will prohibit offers of compensation from being shared on multiple listing services (MLSs), the databases that show real estate brokers the properties for sale, and it will require MLS participants to enter into written agreements with their buyers.”

So can homeowners employ an agent and not pay them? Of course not. As the old adage goes, you get what you pay for and at Apothika Real Estate Consultants – as well as many other Realtor teams- you get a lot that you don’t want to do yourself and that can get your home sold fast and for more money. Homeowners always had the opportunity to pick and choose brokers and what compensation they wanted to pay. Now, it will be very clear to everyone.

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HGTV offers tips on how to stage your home for sale

When selling a home, most people aim to showcase it in its best light, emphasizing its attractive features and minimizing flaws. This helps create a positive impression on potential buyers, increasing the likelihood of a successful sale at the best possible price.

HGTV offers a list of “staging secrets that will make your living room, den or family room irresistible to buyers.” Here's the list:

Pare down furniture
Make it neutral, but not boring
Rethink furniture placement
Depersonalize
Don't leave walls blank
Erase signs of pets
Highlight built-ins and clear clutter
Amp up the lighting
Go minimal on window treatments
Clean or replace flooring
Use mirrors to expand the space
Minimize decor during the holidays

Head to HGTV for all their staging secrets:

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At Apothika Staging and Design we can do all of this for you! We provide a game plan that allows you to prepare to sell by focusing on priorities that provide the biggest return on investment. Selling a home can be stressful. We can serve as a valuable resource for information, managing all details for you, so you can focus on what matters most.

Head to our website to find all the information: APOTHIKA STAGING & DESIGN