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05/23/2025

05/12/2025

The above thirty tips will help you clean up and take care of your home this summer. If you’ve got some time over the summer, tend to your home.

Summer is here, which means it's time for some summer home maintenance. Check out our list of 30 summer home maintenance tips to get your home ready.

05/09/2024

See ideas for building a dog run, and get tips for dog-friendly landscaping that both you and your dog will love in this slideshow from HouseLogic.

04/29/2024

In the competitive spring housing market, it's crucial to shake off detrimental homebuyer habits to secure your dream home. Avoid common missteps like not understanding the seller's preferences beyond price, hesitating after finding the perfect home, or sticking with an incompatible agent. Additionally, resist the urge to demand excessive freebies from the seller and remember to ask essential questions about the property's condition. Never waive inspections though, as it could lead to costly issues later on. By ditching these habits, you'll bolster your chances of success in a competitive market.

Here's how to hit the reset button on tactics that have backfired and what you should do instead to snag your dream home.

03/25/2024

Title Insurance vs. Homeowners Insurance... do you know the difference???

A title company researches the history of a property’s ownership and any third-party claims against it. If the company finds the title unclear during this search, it can often help resolve any problems—called “defects” or “clouds.” This process must be completed before a mortgage lender ...

03/12/2024

Homebuying demand remains sensitive to interest rate changes, economists note.

03/07/2024

From ecosystem conservation to “new” darker neutrals in exterior paint, we look at the trends set to take hold in the industry this year.

03/04/2024

Younger Americans are somewhat positive about buying homes, but not as much as during the pandemic boost. Recent data indicates a change in views on lower inflation and less spending. Younger people are more interested in real estate. The housing market dynamics suggest opportunities for Generation Z over millennials.

Younger Americans feel more confident about buying a home in the coming months, expressing increased optimism regarding homeownership.

03/01/2024

Key Takeaways

Achieving an open floor plan doesn't require tearing down walls. Strategic furniture placement, clever color choices and the right decor can create an illusion of spaciousness.
Natural light and neutral colors in consistent color schemes can make rooms feel larger and more connected.
Using furniture with clean lines, along with light-colored flooring and mirrors, can also make rooms brighter and more open.
Vertical lines and uniform flooring can create a sense of flow while incorporating plants helps connect the space with the outdoors.

If you're constrained by a budget, these decor tricks can create the illusion of a wider, cohesive space.

02/22/2024

– Existing-home sales grew in January, according to the National Association of Realtors®. Among the four major U.S. regions, sales accelerated in the Midwest, South and West, and remained steady in the Northeast. Year-over-year, sales improved in the West, and decreased in the Northeast, Midwest...

02/12/2024

The question of whether or not owners should outsource property management depends on their individual situation. Though it is not always necessary, there are definitely many advantages when owners hire a property manager. It allows more flexibility in terms
of investments and time while simultaneously maximizing earnings.

Why should rental property owners hire a property manager? Is it even worth it when you compare the cost of their services? Find out here!