Friday, October 3, 2025 / by Bell Home Team
As the air chills and leaves start to turn, your home deserves a seasonal update—without undoing everything you’ve built. These fall interior design trends are all about cozy comfort, rich textures, and functional touches you can weave into your space now with ease.
1. Rich Earthy Tones & Warm Neutrals
This fall, expect to see deeper palettes taking center stage—mocha, warm taupe, terracotta, camel, and olive greens. These hues create a soothing backdrop that pairs beautifully with your existing furniture while adding depth and warmth. In Syracuse, where winter sneaks in early, these tones can make your home feel like a snug retreat even as temperatures drop.
How to add it now:
Swap in throw pillows, blankets, or curtains in warm tones.
Use accent walls or decorative vignettes—like a moody chair or area rug—for a subtle splash of fall color.
2. Layered Textures & Cozy Materials
Texture is a key player for fall int ...
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Tuesday, September 30, 2025 / by Bell Home Team
In today’s digital world, identity theft ranks as one of the fastest-growing crimes. This includes fraudsters opening loans, credit cards, or even selling property under your name. A powerful way to block them? A credit freeze.
What Is a Credit Freeze (and What Doesn't It Do)?
A credit freeze—also known as a security freeze—is a free and legal way to block new credit accounts from being opened in your name, whether valid or fraudulent. Under federal law, you're required to freeze each of the three major credit bureaus separately: Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion.
What freezing does: It prevents any new credit inquiries while the freeze is active.
What it does not do: It won’t impact your credit score, nor block existing accounts, credit inquiries for employment, or government-related checks.
You can request a credit freeze by phone, mail, or—most easily—online. The bureaus must comply within one business day if requested digitally, or with; ...
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Tuesday, September 30, 2025 / by Bell Home Team
When preparing your home to sell, every detail matters — and scent is one of the most powerful ways to make a lasting impression. A pleasant aroma creates a sense of warmth and cleanliness, helping buyers feel instantly comfortable. But choosing the right scent (and keeping it subtle) is key. Here’s how to match the perfect fragrance to each room in your home.
Living Room: Fresh, Cozy, and Inviting
Your living room is where buyers picture themselves relaxing — so keep the vibe cozy but clean. Choose soft scents like vanilla, fresh linen, or a light woodsy cedar to create a welcoming atmosphere.
Seasonal tip: As cooler months approach, try a hint of cinnamon or warm spice. These scents give off cozy, homey vibes that make buyers want to linger just a little longer.
Kitchen: Clean, Not Culinary
While the kitchen might be the heart of the home, skip the strong food scents. Instead of baking cookies or brewing coffee (which can feel staged), go for subtle citrus ...
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Tuesday, September 2, 2025 / by Bell Home Team
As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, nothing says “autumn” quite like the warm, comforting scent of pumpkin spice. Imagine that inviting aroma wafting from your oven—cozy, nostalgic, and ready to delight. This Pumpkin Spice Texas Sheet Cake, from Southern Living, does exactly that and then some. Think pumpkin pie latte—but make it cake.
Why We’re Falling for This Cake
This seasonal twist on a beloved Texas classic earns high marks for flavor, texture, and sheer autumnal charm. Pumpkin puree gives the cake an ultra-moist, tender crumb, while generous amounts of pumpkin pie spice bring warm, nostalgic notes with every bite. It’s baked in a large sheet-pan format, perfect for sharing at gatherings—although we’d never judge if you keep most for yourself.
The icing remains true to the iconic Texas sheet cake, featuring a deeply rich and slightly fudgy glaze, traditionally poured over the hot cake so it melts in deliciously. Wha ...
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Monday, September 1, 2025 / by Bell Home Team
Fall in Central New York is something truly magical—crisp mornings, colorful foliage, and plenty of local traditions that bring friends and families together. One of the season’s most beloved celebrations is happening right in Cazenovia: the Fall Harvest Celebration at Critz Farms. Since Critz is also the wonderful local farm that handcrafts the evergreen wreaths we gift each holiday season, we wanted to give them a special shoutout as they kick off this year’s autumn festivities.
A Celebration of Fall in CNY
From September 13 through October 26, 2025, every Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and on Columbus Day, Critz Farms transforms into the ultimate fall destination. Families can hop on wagon rides to the apple orchard or pumpkin patch, get lost in the giant corn maze, sip hot cider, and enjoy fresh-baked cider donuts. Kids will love visiting the Critz Critter Animal Area, while parents can relax with live music and seasonal treats. It’s a little slice of fall ...
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