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    Tiny House Obsessed? Here’s Where You Should Vacation Next
    While you might be itching to try tiny living, you might not be ready to say goodbye to your stuff just yet. But a trip to the Pacific Northwest might be just what you need. In the past decade, a wave of new policies and laws in Portland, Oregon, has created a micro housing boom, bringing with it a glut of options for tourists trying to live the small life. Want to go small (but not super tiny?) Rent an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) for a weekend.
    Heather Senison
    May 3, 2019
    The Best Online Mortgage Payment Calculators, According to Experts
    Whether you’re a serious buyer or daydreaming to pass the time at work, a common part of buying a home is trying to predict your monthly mortgage payments. Is it going to end up being cheaper than your rent? Are you going to need to downsize a bit? You probably want a ballpark number before you call your mortgage lender and hire a real estate agent, so you plug the numbers into an online mortgage payment calculator.
    Heather Senison
    Mar 14, 2019
    Stucco Homes Are Totally Underrated—Here’s Why
    The ancient Greeks and Romans had some great ideas that are still around today in some form (The Olympics, geometry, newspapers, grid systems, bacchanals, etc.) Another unsung hero from the period? Stucco (the form of siding similar to plaster) which was formerly used as a base for painting frescoes. Though the average homeowner is no longer using it to paint “The Last Judgment,” they are still using it to side their homes.
    Heather Senison
    Mar 9, 2019
    High Ceilings Are Totally Overrated—Here’s Why
    It’s not hard to see why high ceilings are highly-coveted real estate assets: Being typically found in pre-war homes, they give a historic feel and evoke a sense of grandeur. After all, a chandelier looks a bit more stately hanging from a 18-foot ceiling than an eight-foot one. They’re not just impressive looking, either. Tall ceilings also make spaces look and feel bigger than they actually are—a nifty trick in otherwise small apartments.
    Heather Senison
    Feb 15, 2019
    What’s the Difference Between a Condo, Co-Op, and Townhouse?
    When deciding whether to buy a co-op, condo or—gasp!—an entire townhouse, knowing the difference between the three is a good place to start.
    Heather Senison
    Oct 3, 2018
    6 Careers That Will Give You A Free Place to Live, Too
    If you need a job and a place to live, why not skip half the stress and get both at the same time? Apart from the military, there are plenty of gigs available that offer free or low-cost housing for employees. Jobs that come with lodging can make it more affordable to live in desirable spots like New York and California, notes Alexandra Levit, chair of DeVry University’s Career Advisory Board.
    Heather Senison
    Jun 15, 2018