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Moving is considered one of life’s top three stressors, even if you’ve planned for it. You have to adjust to not just a new house, but a new lifestyle too. So how do you create a home you love coming back to, while surviving the move itself? Your host, Jill Kalman, has helped people for over 15 years make the move from the city to the suburbs and thrive while doing it. Each week, Jill provides practical moving tips, tons of design wisdom, and all the encouragement you’ll need to make this transition a success. Learn more at jillkalmaninteriors.com.

Welcome Home to the Suburbs Jill Kalman

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    • 4.9 • 33 Ratings

Moving is considered one of life’s top three stressors, even if you’ve planned for it. You have to adjust to not just a new house, but a new lifestyle too. So how do you create a home you love coming back to, while surviving the move itself? Your host, Jill Kalman, has helped people for over 15 years make the move from the city to the suburbs and thrive while doing it. Each week, Jill provides practical moving tips, tons of design wisdom, and all the encouragement you’ll need to make this transition a success. Learn more at jillkalmaninteriors.com.

    Client Spotlight: How Lisa went from Overwhelmed to Overjoyed

    Client Spotlight: How Lisa went from Overwhelmed to Overjoyed

    As the saying goes, the proof is in the pudding – and I’m serving you some pudding today! In this episode, you’ll meet my very special guest, Lisa, who happens to be one of my clients that used my digital design services (for all 9 rooms in her home)! 
    You’ll hear Lisa’s story of moving to the town that I live in with her family and how she had already hired a contractor who was doing work when she reached out to me for help. She reveals why she made the decision to hire me and all the reasons why this service worked so well for her. 
    Lisa was a joy to work with, and I’m excited to have her here to share her story and client experience with you, in her own words. So, if the traditional design services that are being offered don’t feel like a fit for your project, and you want a way to make the process a lot more efficient, easy, and fun, then my room service is for you too! 
    If there’s something Lisa shared today that resonated most with you, and that you can relate with? Do you have any questions about how I may be able to help you as well? If so, I want to hear about it! You can DM me on Instagram, @jillkalmaninteriors and I can’t wait to hear from you.   
    You can watch the video of this episode with Lisa, and all the interviews I have our other amazing guests on my YouTube channel, www.youtube.com/@jillkalmaninteriors. 
    I have a brand-new freebie that you are not going to want to miss, called Find Your Interior Design Style! With it you can define your interior design style with what I call my “down-to-earth” method that will help you start decorating your dream home right away, the right way. To get started now all you have to do is go to www.jillkalmaninteriors.com/quiz! 
    Did you know that I offer digital design services? That’s right, from the comfort of your own home you can work with me and get a room designed (we’ve done 200 rooms and counting with these services)! My 1-to-1 consultation, Room Service, will give you the complete plan for an entire space, and my new Room RX gets any problem diagnosed and remedied very fast (it’s also a 1-on-1 consultation with me, and it’s only $199). For this month both of these services are on special promotion, so head over to my website or click here to learn more and schedule your time in to take advantage of these incredible savings - so you can have the room you dream of today!
    Get full show notes and more information at: https://jillkalmaninteriors.com/podcast

     

    • 42 min
    HOME STYLING, Take your Home from Drab to Fab!

    HOME STYLING, Take your Home from Drab to Fab!

    Are you ready to take your home from drab to fab? Today I share how you can transform it easily, and in a way that will give you an instant “HGTV effect” like you’ve ever had before! 
    If there’s something I shared today that resonated most with you, or that you are going to try in your own home? If so, I want to hear about it! You can DM me on Instagram, @jillkalmaninteriors and I can’t wait to hear what you thought of this home styling episode.    
    I have a brand-new freebie that you are not going to want to miss, called Find Your Interior Design Style! With it you can define your interior design style with what I call my “down-to-earth” method that will help you start decorating your dream home right away, the right way. To get started now all you have to do is go to www.jillkalmaninteriors.com/quiz! 
    Did you know that I offer digital design services? That’s right, from the comfort of your own home you can work with me and get a room designed (we’ve done 200 rooms and counting with these services)! My 1-to-1 consultation, Room Service, will give you the complete plan for an entire space, and my new Room RX gets any problem diagnosed and remedied very fast (it’s also a 1-on-1 consultation with me, and it’s only $199). For this month both of these services are on special promotion, so head over to my website or click here to learn more and schedule your time in to take advantage of these incredible savings - so you can have the room you dream of today!
    Get full show notes and more information at: https://jillkalmaninteriors.com/podcast

    • 19 min
    Everything You Need to Know About Sofas with Couch.com

    Everything You Need to Know About Sofas with Couch.com

    It’s the central part of any living space and one of the biggest investments in your home furnishing. That’s right, today we’re talking about sofas today with our expert guest, Alex Back! 
    Alex is the founder and CEO of Couch.com, an innovative new online platform designed to help match customers with their perfect new couches. Formerly, he was the co-founder and COO of the popular furniture brand, Apt2B (apt2b.com), and bootstrapped the company from startup to acquisition prior to his exit last year.
    As you’ll hear me say many times during this interview, Alex’s platform is so helpful and if there is anything you need to know about a couch, I’m sure he’s got a resource for it. I encourage you to visit his website and check everything that Alex and Couch.com has to offer! 
    I loved having this conversation with Alex, and if something we discussed resonated with you, or you have a sofa question that wasn’t covered in this episode, we want to hear about it! You can DM Alex on Instagram, @couchdotcome, and as always, I can be reached @jillkalmaninteriors.

    You can watch the video of this episode with Alex, and all the interviews I have our other amazing guests on my YouTube channel, www.youtube.com/@jillkalmaninteriors. 
    For almost forty years, True Leaf Market Seed Company has proudly offered the best non-GMO seeds on the market, and I’m proud that they are sponsoring this podcast! As a special offer to listeners of the podcast, use the code “Suburbs10” for $10 off your next order of $50 or more at www.trueleafmarket.com/!  
    I have a brand-new freebie that you are not going to want to miss, called Find Your Interior Design Style! With it you can define your interior design style with what I call my “down-to-earth” method that will help you start decorating your dream home right away, the right way. To get started now all you have to do is go to www.jillkalmaninteriors.com/quiz! 
    Did you know that I offer digital design services? That’s right, from the comfort of your own home you can work with me and get a room designed (we’ve done 200 rooms and counting with these services)! My 1-to-1 consultation, Room Service, will give you the complete plan for an entire space, and my new Room RX gets any problem diagnosed and remedied very fast (it’s also a 1-on-1 consultation with me, and it’s only $199). For this month both of these services are on special promotion, so head over to my website or click here to learn more and schedule your time in to take advantage of these incredible savings - so you can have the room you dream of today!
    Get full show notes and more information at: https://jillkalmaninteriors.com/podcast

     
     

    • 48 min
    Making a Home with Katie from Stripes and Whimsy

    Making a Home with Katie from Stripes and Whimsy

    There’s no one more versed at moving than a military family, and today’s special guest knows this very well! In this episode, I’m joined by Katie Vail of the blog Stripes and Whimsy, and we talk all things moving – not just locations, but also what to consider with the style of home you are moving to. She also reveals why DIY takes guts, and you’ll learn why Katie says, “don’t wait around for your husband for this stuff!”
    Katie Vail is an Army Veteran turned style, decorating, and lifestyle blogger based in the DC area.  On her blog, Stripes and Whimsy, she shares classic yet affordable style ideas, decorating tips, and home and furniture DIYs. Her style is timeless and classic and she loves to mix highs, lows, and thrifted finds in her outfits and home.
    I loved having this conversation with Katie, and if something we discussed resonated with you, we want to hear about it! You can DM Katie on Instagram, @stripesandwhimsy, and as always, I can be reached @jillkalmaninteriors.

    You can watch the video of this episode with Katie, and all the interviews I have our other amazing guests on my YouTube channel, www.youtube.com/@jillkalmaninteriors. 
    For almost forty years, True Leaf Market Seed Company has proudly offered the best non-GMO seeds on the market, and I’m proud that they are sponsoring this podcast! As a special offer to listeners of the podcast, use the code “Suburbs10” for $10 off your next order of $50 or more at www.trueleafmarket.com/! 
    I have a brand-new freebie that you are not going to want to miss, called Find Your Interior Design Style! With it you can define your interior design style with what I call my “down-to-earth” method that will help you start decorating your dream home right away, the right way. To get started now all you have to do is go to www.jillkalmaninteriors.com/quiz! 
    Did you know that I offer digital design services? That’s right, from the comfort of your own home you can work with me and get a room designed (we’ve done 200 rooms and counting with these services)! My 1-to-1 consultation, Room Service, will give you the complete plan for an entire space, and my new Room RX gets any problem diagnosed and remedied very fast (it’s also a 1-on-1 consultation with me, and it’s only $199). For this month both of these services are on special promotion, so head over to my website or click here to learn more and schedule your time in to take advantage of these incredible savings - so you can have the room you dream of today!
    Get full show notes and more information at: https://jillkalmaninteriors.com/podcast

    • 42 min
    Feel Confident in Your OWN Style with Kate Taylor

    Feel Confident in Your OWN Style with Kate Taylor

    Today we’re discussing one of the most common things I hear, which is finding your OWN style! In this episode I’m joined by Kate Taylor, as she reveals how style has nothing to do with your wallet and everything to do with confidence. There’s a bridge between fashion and home, and your style has similarities with both, which you’ll learn all about today! 
    If you found this episode interesting, we want to hear what resonates with you the most. You can DM Kate on Instagram, @katetaylorstylist, and as always, I can be reached @jillkalmaninteriors.
    You can watch the video of this episode with Kate, and all the interviews I have our other amazing guests on my YouTube channel, www.youtube.com/@jillkalmaninteriors. 
    For almost forty years, True Leaf Market Seed Company has proudly offered the best non-GMO seeds on the market, and I’m proud that they are sponsoring this podcast! As a special offer to listeners of the podcast, use the code “Suburbs10” for $10 off your next order of $50 or more at www.trueleafmarket.com/! 
    I have a brand-new freebie that you are not going to want to miss, called Find Your Interior Design Style! With it you can define your interior design style with what I call my “down-to-earth” method that will help you start decorating your dream home right away, the right way. To get started now all you have to do is go to www.jillkalmaninteriors.com/quiz! 
    Did you know that I offer digital design services? That’s right, from the comfort of your own home you can work with me and get a room designed (we’ve done 200 rooms and counting with these services)! My 1-to-1 consultation, Room Service, will give you the complete plan for an entire space, and my new Room RX gets any problem diagnosed and remedied very fast (it’s also a 1-on-1 consultation with me, and it’s only $199). For this month both of these services are on special promotion, so head over to my website or click here to learn more and schedule your time in to take advantage of these incredible savings - so you can have the room you dream of today!
    Get full show notes and more information at: https://jillkalmaninteriors.com/podcast

     
     

    • 56 min
    Transitioning from City to Suburbs: Real Estate Insights with the ‘Subway to Suburbs’ Realtor Amanda Tarter

    Transitioning from City to Suburbs: Real Estate Insights with the ‘Subway to Suburbs’ Realtor Amanda Tarter

    I might be known as your ‘City to Suburbs Interior Designer’, but today’s guest is known as your ‘Subway to Suburbs’ Realtor!  
    Amanda Tarter is an experienced real estate professional who exudes the same fresh energy as her home city of Manhattan. She is personable, professional and dedicated, working diligently for her clients. First-time buyers especially love Amanda, thanks to her youthful spirit and dogged determination to make their initial real estate experience rewarding.
    In this insightful episode, Amanda shares invaluable tips for first-time buyers to navigate the market with confidence. Learn how to invest wisely in home improvements, understand the nuances of resale value, and tackle the lifestyle shifts when moving from the urban jungle to suburban tranquility. Amanda also reveals the overlooked costs of homeownership and rental, and her top recommendations for finding the perfect home. Whether you're selling or settling in, don't miss these actionable strategies from a seasoned real estate pro!
    If you found this episode interesting, we want to hear what resonates with you the most. You can DM Amanda on Instagram, @subwaytosuburbs, and as always, I can be reached @jillkalmaninteriors.
    You can watch the video of this episode with Amanda, and all the interviews I have our other amazing guests on my YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@jillkalmaninteriors. 
    Did you know that I offer digital design services? That’s right, from the comfort of your own home you can work with me and get a room designed (we’ve done 200 rooms and counting with these services)! My 1-to-1 consultation, Room Service, will give you the complete plan for an entire space, and my new Room RX gets any problem diagnosed and remedied very fast (it’s also a 1-on-1 consultation with me, and it’s only $199). For this month both of these services are on special promotion, so head over to my website or click here to learn more and schedule your time in to take advantage of these incredible savings - so you can have the room you dream of today!
    Get full show notes and more information at: https://jillkalmaninteriors.com/podcast

    • 34 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
33 Ratings

33 Ratings

Allison Gill8 ,

Wonderful podcast!

Welcome Home to the Suburbs is an absolute gem in the podcast world. With every episode, I've gained valuable insights into suburban living that have transformed the way I view and appreciate this lifestyle. The incredible guests featured on the show bring a wealth of knowledge and experiences, making each episode a captivating journey of learning. Whether you're a suburban dweller or city slicker, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand and appreciate the beauty of suburban life. I've learned so much from every episode, and I eagerly await each new one. It truly feels like a warm, informative welcome home.

SallyAnneSmith75 ,

Love Jill’s Energy and Topics!

Jill is an engaging interviewer who asks thoughtful questions. I don’t think people always realize that interviewing is a skill.

I enjoy the variety of topics and different hosts that she has. I always come away learning something new, energized and excited.

Thank you, Jill!

aSpiritedOne ,

Outstanding podcast!

I absolutely love Jill! She delivers incredible content to her listeners. The episodes are thoughtful and informative.

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