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5 Home Trends That Defined 2025, According to Realtor.com
The top home trends of 2025, according to Realtor.com, include more than a few surprises. Two beloved design styles rose to the top of the pack, but it was a specific home feature that took the number one spot this year. If you don’t already ...
The Secret Value Behind the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree
When Judy and Dan Russ bought their home in upstate New York, Dan knew the Norway Spruce in their front yard had potential. At 75 feet tall, with verdant branches and a striking symmetry, it had all the makings of a Rockefeller Center Christmas...
Leaving Your Home Empty for the Winter?
Before you snowbirds head south for the winter, a little home prep can go a long way. A few smart utility adjustments and preventive maintenance tasks can save money and prevent headaches like frozen gutters or burst pipes, while keeping you...
6 Bath Trends You’ll See Everywhere in 2026
Wallpaper and cabinetry and tile, oh my! When it comes to decorating our homes, bathrooms are often the last priority. But we’re calling it now: 2026 is the year that changes. We’ll be playing with tile, experimenting with color, and eve...
Happy Halloween Riddle Me This!
Question 1. - I haunt your dreams when the market is tight, I vanish fast when the price is right. I creak with charm, I gleam with grace - what am I in this spooky space? Answer: your dream home! Question 2. - What's a realto...
6 Common Plumbing Problems That Could Plague You This Fall
When the temperature tumbles and leaves start to fall, there's a good chance your plumbing might start to give you some trouble. Especially for new homeowners, it’s a good idea to start taking some preventive measures to get ahead of any p...
6 Smart Strategies for Winning a Bidding War on Your New Home
You’re making your way steadily through the home-buying process: you’ve got a real estate agent you click with and enough money saved for a down payment, as well as a top home price in mind and a mortgage pre-approval letter in hand. You ha...
8 Reasons Why Fall Could Be a Housing Market “Sweet Spot” in 2025
Motivated sellers, price cuts and longer shopping times are hallmarks of the fall shopping season. The busiest time of year for buying and selling homes is behind us, but for many shoppers and sellers, the coming months are a period of oppor...