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About Jamie

Hi, my name is Jamie Erfle and I am obsessed with houses. (So much so that I am now a licensed Real Estate Agent for the Philly suburbs! www.jamieerfle.com ) But its not just the homes themselves that I am obsessed with… it’s all of the fun and happy things happening inside… like cooking meals, time spent with family, getting dressed, cleaning, decorating, etc. Pretty much anything geared toward the home that is organic, all natural and “green” gets me especially excited!

When I’m not working you can usually find me in an exercise class or out running. I recently completed my first marathon (in between kids #3 and #4) and plan to run another! I love to challenge myself both professionally and personally and to keep learning and growing.

How to Research your Realtor

Posted by March 19, 2019 | Leave your thoughts
Hiring a realtor to represent you in a transaction is a big deal since you will be working with that person very closely.  Aside from asking them questions when you meet in person, Zillow also has a great tool to help you research potential agents through their Agent Finder.  Here you can find out if… Read More…

Marie – Kondo Effect

Posted by February 24, 2019 | Leave your thoughts
Who has watched the Netflix documentary Tidying Up with Marie Kondo?  I really enjoyed it!  Too many things around me actually gives me anxiety so one of my favorite activities is donating haha.  I try to do it several times a year.  I will start out with a bag or a box and when I… Read More…

Cozy Winter Decorating Tips

Posted by January 23, 2019 | Leave your thoughts
Before we moved to our bigger home, I used to love taking down our holiday décor because it gave me my space back.  Now that we are in a bigger home, the house feels empty and dim after we take down our holiday decorations.  I used Randi Garrett’s tips for helping your home feel cozy… Read More…

2019 Home Design Trends from Houzz

Posted by January 2, 2019 | Leave your thoughts
What’s trending in home design for 2019? Houzz just published their top 32 pics! My favorites are more highly organized laundry and kitchen areas for smaller spaces (no need to expand), more relaxed kitchen seating (love dining nooks that create a casual living room feel), upper cabinets that extend down onto the actual countertops (with… Read More…

Vegan Tacos

Posted by December 19, 2018 | Leave your thoughts
Make Your Own Taco night is fun at our house!  My kids love picking out different ingredients to add to theirs and many times it encourages them to try adding something new.   We always use organic shells and wraps and although I’d like to get super-healthy with Romaine wraps instead, the kids just didn’t… Read More…

The Best Ornaments

Posted by December 3, 2018 | Leave your thoughts
Need a great hostess gift?  These are by far my favorite gifts to give during the holiday season!  Hand painted by local Bucks County artist Mary Reshetar, and they are able to be customizable if you have a certain color scheme in mind.  I love supporting local shops!  Check out her work or contact her… Read More…

Neutrals + Contrast

Posted by November 14, 2018 | Leave your thoughts
What makes this totally neutral living room work?  The balance of contrast.  The light needs the dark.  Interior designer Martha O’hara does a beautiful job in this room of not only contrasting colors but also textures.  Notice the cool metal coffee table balanced by the fuzzy pillows, throw and stool.  What do you think of… Read More…

Coming SOON!

Posted by October 18, 2018 | Leave your thoughts
Another coming soon opportunity in Wissahickon Schools!  Interior photos soon to follow. Hitting the market Nov. 1 2018 with a premier Cul-de-sac location in Wissahickon School District!  Completely private and serene backyard space complete with an extensive patio and outdoor fireplace. Mature landscaping and trees surround the property making it one of the most beautiful… Read More…

New Video on Organizing Your Move

Posted by September 27, 2018 | Leave your thoughts
How many times in your life have you moved?  I personally have moved 3 times so I am hardly an expert about doing it efficiently.  I really wished I had known about Becky, from the Organized Bee, for my last move.  She has some really great time-saving tips to make your move less stressful and… Read More…

Stucco Home Inspection

Posted by September 23, 2018 | Leave your thoughts
Lots of mis-information and hype around stucco right now. If you are living in Blue Bell there is a big probability your home is constructed with stucco.  When buying or selling a stucco home, a stucco inspection is a big piece.  A professional stucco inspection company, such as Spotlight, will perform an invasive stucco test… Read More…