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Interior styling is the final layer that makes a house feel like home. In this episode, I sit down with Julie Coopersmith and Emily Taylor, founders of The Edit, to talk about how homeowners can refresh, organize, style, and rethink their spaces without always starting from scratch.   We talk about the difference between interior styling, staging, organizing, and design, and why The Edit starts by helping homeowners use what they already have before buying more. Julie and Emily explain how they create mood boards, guide homeowners through decisions, avoid design overwhelm, and help spaces feel intentional, personal, and finished.   If you have a room that feels cluttered, unfinished, or just slightly "off," this conversation will help you understand where to start. From editing before purchasing to measuring before ordering, this episode is packed with practical advice for homeowners who want their space to feel better without wasting money on the wrong pieces.   Q&A Takeaways Question: What is interior styling? Answer: Interior styling is the final layer that makes a space feel finished and personal. It focuses on how a room feels, how pieces work together, and how the home reflects the people who live there. Question: How is styling different from staging? Answer: Staging usually prepares a home to sell, while styling helps the people living in the home make the space feel intentional, personal, and complete. Question: What should homeowners do before buying new decor? Answer: Julie and Emily recommend editing the space first. That means looking at what you already have, removing what no longer fits, and finding pieces that can be reused in a smarter way. Question: Why are mood boards helpful? Answer: Mood boards help narrow the direction, reduce decision overload, and keep homeowners from going in too many directions during the project. Question: What is one common styling mistake homeowners make? Answer: A common mistake is buying furniture, rugs, or decor that is the wrong size for the space. Good styling requires measuring and balancing the room before purchasing. Question: How can homeowners contact The Edit? Answer: Homeowners can visit https://www.theeditdet.com/ and connect with Julie Coopersmith and Emily Taylor through their social media and LinkedIn profiles.   Connect With The Edit Website: https://www.theeditdet.com/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-edit-det/ Emily Taylor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilyhuntertaylor/ Julie Coopersmith LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliecoopersmith/ Julie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliebcoopersmith/ Emily Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilyphtaylor/   Connect With Adam 🔗 CONNECT WITH Adam 💻 Website: https://hireitdone.com/ 🎥 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/HireitDone 🤝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamhelfman/ 🤝 https://www.linkedin.com/company/hireitdone/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hireitdone 𝕏 X: https://x.com/helfystyle

Spring is the time to get your HVAC system ready before the first real heat wave hits. In this episode of Hire It Done, I sit down with Ron Garmo and Gary Shelley from Running Right Heating and Cooling, along with co-host Brian Lee of Metro Home Improvements, to talk about AC tune-ups, mini splits, equipment replacement, indoor air quality, and what homeowners should know before summer puts their systems to the test.   We cover when to turn your air conditioner on for the first time, why the first hot day always creates a rush of HVAC calls, when a 20-plus-year-old system should be replaced, how mini splits work for additions and problem rooms, and why indoor air quality starts with the right filtration and airflow.   If you are planning a remodel, adding space, finishing a room above a garage, or trying to make your home more comfortable this spring and summer, this episode will help you ask better questions and avoid expensive mistakes. Q&A Question: When should I turn on my AC for the first time in spring? Answer: If you catch a warm day, turn the system on and make sure it seems like it is working properly. The best move is to schedule a spring maintenance check before the first hot day, when HVAC companies get flooded with calls.   Question: When should homeowners think about replacing an AC or furnace? Answer: Once equipment reaches the 20-plus-year range, it is time to start thinking about replacement. A repair may still make sense, but you should weigh the age of the unit, repair cost, efficiency, warranty, and whether that money is better put toward a new system.   Question: What is a mini split? Answer: A mini split is a heating and cooling system with an indoor unit and an outdoor condensing unit. It can be useful for additions, garage spaces, bonus rooms, and areas where traditional ductwork is difficult or not practical.   Question: Can a garage be tied into the home HVAC system? Answer: No. Gary explains that heating a garage cannot be tied into the existing system for the house. It needs a separate solution, which may include insulation, a mini split, or a standalone system depending on the space.   Question: What matters most when choosing a furnace, AC, or mini split? Answer: The installation matters. Ron says the best mini split is the one installed right, and Adam reinforces that the contractor can make or break the product.   Question: How can homeowners improve indoor air quality? Answer: Start with the HVAC filter. Running Right recommends four-to-five-inch media filters as a minimum in many cases, and homeowners can also ask about electronic filtration, UV-style air purification, and other indoor air quality options.   If you are thinking about turning on your AC, replacing old equipment, upgrading your air quality, or planning a remodel that affects heating and cooling, this episode is worth watching before you make decisions. 🔗 CONNECT WITH RUNNING RIGHT HVAC 💻 Website: https://runningrighthvac.com/ 👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Running-Right-Heating-Cooling-More/100063483913563/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runningright/ 📞 Phone: 248-884-1704 🛠️ Request a Free Quote: https://runningrighthvac.com/request-a-quote/   🔗 CONNECT WITH Adam 💻 Website: https://hireitdone.com/ 🎥 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/HireitDone 🤝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamhelfman/ 🤝 https://www.linkedin.com/company/hireitdone/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hireitdone 𝕏 X: https://x.com/helfystyle

Spring is here, and that means it is time to stop ignoring the outside of your house. In this Hire It Done episode, Adam Helfman walks through a practical exterior spring home improvement checklist to help homeowners catch small problems before they turn into expensive repairs.   He covers the roof, gutters, downspouts, siding, caulking, foundation cracks, drainage, concrete, decks, mulch, fencing, irrigation, pavers, and even your AC condenser. And the best part is that he tells you what you can realistically do yourself and where it makes more sense to call in a pro.   If you want a smarter spring walkaround for your home, this is a strong place to start.   Questions answered in this episode:   Q: What is the safest first step for checking your roof in spring? A: Adam recommends starting from the street with your smartphone and zooming in before even thinking about climbing a ladder.   Q: Why should homeowners check gutters and downspouts early in spring? A: Because backed-up gutters can push water into the roof, fascia, and exterior areas that become expensive to repair.   Q: What foundation issues should homeowners watch for? A: Look for cracks, settling, staining, water puddling, and poor drainage around the perimeter of the house.   Q: What does positive drainage mean? A: The grade should slope away from the house, with a rough rule of thumb of about six inches down over ten feet.   Q: What should homeowners check around the AC condenser? A: Keep debris and bushes cleared back in a three-foot ring and schedule a spring tune-up before heavy summer use.   Q: Can too much mulch be a problem? A: Yes. Over time, mulch can build up too high against the foundation and increase the risk of water damage.   Q: What should homeowners look for on decks, driveways, and pavers? A: Loose or rotted boards, cracked asphalt, shifted pavers, and washed-out sand or base materials.   If this episode helped you, subscribe to the Hire It Done podcast and channel for more real homeowner guidance.   🔗 CONNECT WITH Adam 💻 Website: https://hireitdone.com/ 🎥 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/HireitDone 🤝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamhelfman/ 🤝 https://www.linkedin.com/company/hireitdone/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hireitdone 𝕏 X: https://x.com/helfystyle

If you are planning a kitchen remodel, bathroom renovation, room addition, or major repair, one of the smartest questions to ask before anything gets demoed is this: how are you actually going to pay for it?   In this episode, I sit down with Brian Baumann and Chris Osterlund of Rocket Mortgage to break down how homeowners should think about paying for a home improvement project in 2026. We get into HELOCs, home equity loans, cash-out refinances, affordability, contingency planning, and why so many homeowners are stuck in what they call "golden handcuffs" with those ultra-low mortgage rates from the last few years.   This is a practical conversation for homeowners who want to avoid getting emotionally attached to a remodel before they understand the numbers. We also talk through when it makes sense to keep your low-rate mortgage, when a home equity loan may be the smarter move, and why financing should usually get lined up before the contractor starts tearing anything apart.   Key Takeaways: • Figure out how you're paying for the project before you pick out your cabinets • Add a contingency buffer before the demo starts • A HELOC, home equity loan, and cash-out refi do not fit the same homeowner situation • Low mortgage rates can create "golden handcuffs" that change the smartest borrowing strategy • A real financing conversation should happen before you finalize the contractor scope   If you are trying to figure out how to pay for a home improvement project without blowing up your budget, this episode will help you think through the process the right way.   🔗 CONNECT WITH ROCKET MORTGAGE 💻 Website: https://www.rocketmortgage.com/ 👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rocket/  🎥 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Rocket 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rocketofficial  🤝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rocket/   🔗 CONNECT WITH Adam 💻 Website: https://hireitdone.com/ 🎥 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/HireitDone 🤝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamhelfman/ 🤝 https://www.linkedin.com/company/hireitdone/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hireitdone 𝕏 X: https://x.com/helfystyle