Ep. 108: realtor Haven Duddy

Published: Oct. 1, 2019, 8 a.m.

b'Haven Duddy is the founder of Main Line Haven and works with her team to do it all - from buying and selling, construction and renovation, to staging and interior design. She joins the show this week to talk about why it\\u2019s totally okay to embrace your style changing, how she came to start a business that offers a full-service experience in the real estate and design world, and simple things that make big changes in design and renovation. \\n\\nWhat You\\u2019ll Hear on This Episode:\\n\\nHaven\\u2019s husband worked in construction, and they combined forces to create Main Live Haven, helping people through whatever process they are in.\\xa0When someone employes Haven to buy or sell real estate, they also get 4 hours of professional interior design service.\\xa0Philadelphia has a more traditional housing style, and many of Haven\\u2019s clients will make changes throughout the years to reflect a more modern and present look.\\xa0What you love today, you may not love in 10 years. Your style will change, so embrace it!\\xa0What people get hung up on that they shouldn\\u2019t, and simple things that make big changes such as new lighting, updated toilets, glazing tile, and painting cabinets.\\xa0Living in the house may give you a great idea of the functional way you want to design it.\\xa0Common mistakes people make when they are renovating a home or looking to design it from scratch.\\xa0The gals varied thoughts on open floor plans and the trends Haven is seeing with her clients.\\xa0When you are selling your home, less is more, so get ready for some garage sales!\\xa0The weirdest thing Haven has seen in someone\\u2019s house.\\xa0The staging of science and general rules we should keep in mind when getting the most for our home.'