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10 Things Interior Designers Alwaays Have in Their Homes
Think small details... Ever wonder what interior designers have in their own homes? What are their secrets to curating beautiful spaces? The answer isn't a specific sofa or coffee table. Rather, it’s about the small details—decor and oth...
8 Small-Front-Yard Landscaping Ideas
The best small front yard landscaping ideas will help set off your house and provide curb appeal, while also making the most of the space you have. Even some simple garden design strategies such as using symmetry and adding seating can have a b...
How to Use Color Swatches to Pick Paint Colors
If you've ever painted a room, you've probably experienced a common mishap: A color you picked based on a swatch or paint chip looks drastically different once it's on your wall. After all, you're taking a color from a small, handheld cardstock...The 10 Hottest Trends in Bathroom Design
The 10 hottest trends in bathroom design range from daring to sedate, and from colorful to monochromatic. Whether your style is modern, transitional, or traditional, there is something for everyone. Personalization is driving bathroom design ch...All the Ways Installing Solar Can Save You Money
From tax exemptions to lower energy bills, solar installation could bring big benefits to your wallet and the environment. Rising energy costs and climate change are good reasons for homeowners to switch to solar energy. But some may be wond...
6 Ways Home Buyers Mess Up Getting a Mortgage
Getting a mortgage is, by general consensus, the most treacherous part of buying a home. In a recent survey, 42% of home buyers said they found the mortgage experience “stressful,” and 32% found it “complicated.” Even lenders agree that...
Get Buzzing! 7 Easy Tips to Turn Your Garden Into a Bee Sanctuary
The sun is shining, the grass is getting greener, and all of those lovely pollinators are starting to reappear in your garden. And if you love bees as much as we do, you’re probably wondering what you can do to support the tiny creatures d...
Calmer Inflation Means Lower Mortgage Rates – Eventually
The U.S. economy is still dealing with high inflation, but the housing sector is showing signs of cooling off. The Consumer Price Index rose 0.1% in March from the previous month, according to the latest report from the federal government. I...