Homes by Mary E. DeRose-Samson Properties

06/10/2026

Horizontal lines and passive strategies define quiet forest living here.

Ridge House sits between field and forest in Owen Sound, Canada, by superkül, a rural house shaped by passive strategies and durable material choices throughout.

06/10/2026

If affordability has been the biggest thing standing between you and a home, there’s a little bit of good news.

Asking prices have started to ease – the typical asking price this May came in under where it was a year ago.

And these lower prices are good news for your move – not a sign the market’s in trouble. It points to a market that’s rebalancing with more realistic seller expectations and a little more breathing room for buyers again.

So, if you’ve been waiting for an opening, let’s connect. I’ll help you see what that looks like in our area.

06/08/2026

Smarter soil practices can reduce weeds and boost resilience.

As soon as Cathy Ludden stopped mulching, her perennials were able to grow and expand, self seeders popped up, and spring ephemerals emerged.

06/06/2026

Score free flight and hotel upgrades with these expert tips.

Scoring complimentary upgrades on flights and hotels can transform your travel experience.

06/05/2026

Keep these costs in mind before getting a home warranty.

Find out what home warranties cover, how they work, and if they're worth the cost in this Home Warranty 101 guide.

06/04/2026

The Mid-Year Housing Market Update: Why Forecasts Changed in 2026

The housing market hasn’t rebounded as quickly as experts originally hoped. But that doesn’t mean it’s stalled.

Higher inflation and lingering economic uncertainty caused economists to revise their forecasts for this year. But importantly, when those two things settle down, many experts believe the market will regain its momentum.

So don’t see this revision in forecasts as a sign of trouble. See it as a temporary reaction to overall conditions and uncertainty.

If you want to know what’s happening in our local market, and what it could mean for your plans for the rest of this year, let’s connect.

If the housing market feels confusing right now, you’re not alone.

06/03/2026

One of the biggest questions I’m getting right now is: “What’s going to happen with the housing market in the second half of the year?”

And it makes sense why everyone is asking.

Affordability is tight. Rates feel high. Prices do too.

And people want to know if the second half of the year is going to be better.

Here's the honest answer. A lot of it depends on what happens with inflation – and the lingering uncertainty overseas. But even in today’s market, there’s opportunity, if you know where to look.

Want a breakdown of what’s impacting the market, where experts think things could go from here, and what you can actually do about it?

Send a DM or drop a comment below and I can send you over an article that breaks it all down.

06/03/2026

Thoughtful massing creates moments of visual surprise for pedestrians.

Corstorphine & Wright has completed The Scoop, an office extension in London named after the gouge in its white-brick facade.

06/01/2026

Why do some fabrics shrink? Here’s what you need to know.

Learn how to wash clothes so they don’t shrink with simple laundry tips.