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8 Tips for Hiring the Right Contractor
Renovating your home is a big project, whether you're tackling just one room or embarking on a more extensive makeover. If you're only updating a few fixtures or surfaces, you might be able to do most of the work yourself or bring in specific p...
Common Decorating Mistakes Solved!
You have the accessories, the furniture, and the color on the walls. But is something not quite right? One of these common decorating problems may be to blame. But don't fear -- these mistakes are easy to fix. Mistake #1 - Poor Lighting We'...
How to Really Budget for a Fixer-Upper
Many of us have stared in awe at the listing page of an old house with overgrown landscaping and bathroom tiles from the early 1900s. And many have imagined fixing up said old house—but few ever do. After all, it takes a special kind of perso...
Moving and Packing Tips for Smooth Moves
Moving—like getting a tooth pulled or driving a very long distance through uninteresting landscapes—is one of those trials almost everyone must face. It's sometimes unpleasant, it's never exactly fun, but it usually leads to a positive outc...
Is a Housing Crash Coming?
It's hardly a secret that real estate prices across the country have been skyrocketing. Recent data from Redfin, a real estate brokerage, shows that median home prices are up 20% year-over-year. At the same time, many properties are under contr...
8 Features Homebuyers Are Demanding in 2021
The pandemic has changed our lives in every way imaginable. And being at home in "lockdown" mode for so long caused many homebuyers to rethink what they want in a home. Just as we learned (at least some of us did) how to cut our own hair, we al...
Is the Housing Market Going to Crash in 2021?
The housing market is red-hot right now, but if you're waiting for a massive market correction, don't count on it. Real estate industry experts weigh in with predictions for home buying and selling trends. It's hardly a secret that real estate...
4th of July Family Celebration Ideas
July 4th is almost here, which means it's time to celebrate Independence Day! In honor of the original 13 states, we've put together a list of 14 ways you can celebrate with your family on this most patriotic holiday. From fireworks and rousing...