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Brittany Anas

Brittany Anas is a former newspaper reporter (The Denver Post, Boulder Daily Camera) turned freelance writer. Before she struck out on her own, she covered just about every beat — from higher education to crime. Now she writes about travel and lifestyle topics for Men’s Journal, Forbes, Simplemost, Shondaland, Livability, Hearst newspapers, TripSavvy and more. In her free time, she coaches basketball, crashes pools, and loves hanging out with her rude-but-adorable Boston Terrier that never got the memo the breed is nicknamed "America’s gentleman."
    This Maneuver Can Help You Pay Less on Your Mortgage (Temporarily)
    Real Estate
    Ever heard of a “mortgage buydown”?
    Brittany Anas
    Nov 13, 2023
    48 of the Most Clever Tips Real Estate Agents Have Shared With Us
    From home buying and selling to staging and curb appeal.
    Brittany Anas
    Nov 11, 2023
    The Dated Garage Features Buyers Always Notice
    Real Estate
    According to real estate agents.
    Brittany Anas
    Nov 1, 2023
    The Popular Real Estate Advice That Could Get You in Financial Trouble
    Real Estate
    Here’s why.
    Brittany Anas
    Oct 25, 2023
    The Psychological Reason Why You Think “I Could Live Here” While Traveling
    Real Estate
    Ah, romanticizing the tourist-to-resident conversion.
    Brittany Anas
    Oct 16, 2023
    2 Ways to Avoid Getting Spammed While Shopping for Mortgage Rates Online
    Real Estate
    You can steer clear of those calls and emails.
    Brittany Anas
    Oct 16, 2023
    A Real Estate Agent's Ingenious Tip for Making Outdated Cabinets Look Sleek
    Real Estate
    It’s not what you think.
    Brittany Anas
    Oct 4, 2023
    You Could Save Money by "Recasting" Your Mortgage
    Real Estate
    Real estate finance experts explain how it works.
    Brittany Anas
    Sep 24, 2023
    I Asked ChatGPT for Tips on Creating the Perfect Guest Bedroom
    Real Estate
    It dislikes 3 things about my room — but likes 2 other things.
    Brittany Anas
    Sep 20, 2023
    Why This Trending “Mortgage Cheat Code” Might Be Too Good to Be True
    Real Estate
    Meet mortgage porting.
    Brittany Anas
    Sep 19, 2023
    Beware These Notorious "Comp Killers," According to Real Estate Agents
    Real Estate
    Ever heard of them?
    Brittany Anas
    Sep 11, 2023
    The Mortgage Cheat Code That Could Help You Afford a Home
    Real Estate
    It’s a “creative financing” move that some buyers are trying.
    Brittany Anas
    Aug 27, 2023
    The Old-School Front Yard Accessory That’s Making a Comeback
    Real Estate
    This unexpected addition could boost your curb appeal.
    Brittany Anas
    Aug 8, 2023
    How to Clear the Lingering Smell of Weed Smoke Before Selling a House
    Real Estate
    There are a few specific steps to take.
    Brittany Anas
    Jul 26, 2023
    6 “Beige Flags” You'll See at an Open House, According to Real Estate Agents
    Real Estate
    They’ll give you pause, but they’re harmless.
    Brittany Anas
    Jul 12, 2023
    5 Paint Colors That Give Real Estate Agents “the Ick”
    Real Estate
    Steer clear of red walls in the dining room.
    Brittany Anas
    Jul 9, 2023
    Yes, You Should Be Very Afraid of "Zombie Mortgages"
    Real Estate
    Here’s what to know.
    Brittany Anas
    Jun 26, 2023
    5 Things That Immediately Give Home Inspectors “the Ick”
    Real Estate
    According to a TikTok-famous professional.
    Brittany Anas
    Jun 15, 2023
    The Studio Apartment Layout on Its Way Out
    Real Estate
    According to real estate pros.
    Brittany Anas
    Jun 8, 2023
    The Entryway Layout on Its Way Out, According to Real Estate Pros
    Real Estate
    The pros say it feels dated.
    Brittany Anas
    May 21, 2023
    Why Real Estate Agents Want You to Watch Out for "Emotional Taxes"
    Real Estate
    They can pop up during the homebuying process.
    Brittany Anas
    May 16, 2023
    The Unexpected Bedroom Feature That's on Its Way Out, According to Zillow
    Real Estate
    The once-popular feature might lower the value of your home.
    Brittany Anas
    May 15, 2023
    4 Things That Immediately Give Landlords “The Ick”
    Real Estate
    Here are the seemingly innocuous things renters do that demote them from upstanding tenant status.
    Brittany Anas
    May 8, 2023
    5 Oft-Forgotten Homebuying Tasks Real Estates Agents Say You Need to Prioritize
    Real Estate
    Rookies tend to overlook these to-do list items.
    Brittany Anas
    Apr 10, 2023
    6 Things That Immediately Give Home Stagers “The Ick”
    REAL ESTATE
    There are certain staging tactics that don’t move the needle on ROI.
    Brittany Anas
    Apr 3, 2023
    Cash-Strapped Buyers Are Investing in “Second Homes” First
    Real Estate
    Here are 5 things to know before you try it.
    Brittany Anas
    Mar 28, 2023
    5 Things That Immediately Give Real Estate Agents “The Ick”
    No one is immune to the ick.
    Brittany Anas
    Mar 21, 2023
    I Sent My Monthly Budget to a Finance Expert
    Here's what I'm doing right, and 3 things she told me to change.
    Brittany Anas
    Mar 20, 2023
    The Living Room Layout on Its Way Out (And the Retro One That’s Replacing It)
    According to real estate experts.
    Brittany Anas
    Mar 13, 2023
    The New Dilemma Facing Home Sellers Isn’t a Financial Question—It’s a Moral One
    As if the housing market wasn’t stressful enough.
    Brittany Anas
    Mar 9, 2023
    The Single Best Piece of Advice I’ve Ever Gotten from a Real Estate Agent
    It's so simple.
    Brittany Anas
    Feb 14, 2023
    3 Retro Trends Real Estate Agents Love to See in Bedrooms
    What better place than the bedroom to stage a retro revival?
    Brittany Anas
    Feb 6, 2023
    4 Things First-Time Homebuyers Should Know About Filing Taxes in 2023
    Buying a home can change your tax situation.
    Brittany Anas
    Jan 17, 2023
    The Paint Colors a Real Estate Agent Always Chooses for a Home Office
    There are a few shades that work best.
    Brittany Anas
    Jan 10, 2023
    The Best Living Room Layouts Have These 3 Things in Common
    According to a home stager.
    Brittany Anas
    Jan 8, 2023
    7 Things You Should Never Do When You’re Negotiating a House Price
    Moral of the story: A trusted real estate agent knows the market best and is a good team captain to let lead the negotiating process.
    Brittany Anas
    Jan 2, 2023