One Thing That’s Always Worth Splurging On, According to a Real Estate Agent
It's not a fancy kitchen countertop or bathroom remodel.
Mar 1, 2022
4 Important Reasons I'll Never Stop Rearranging My Furniture
I’m never going to abandon my compulsion to try out new layouts and systems, and I’m not sorry.
Feb 21, 2022
A Landlord's 3 Best Tips for Finding a Subletter ASAP
Here's what to know.
Jan 18, 2022
4 Things a Real Estate Attorney Wants You To Know About Buying a House
Once you pass the Zillow search stage and start getting serious about an offer.
Jan 7, 2022
Split-Level Homes Are Perfect, and I Will Die On This Hill
Let me elaborate.
Dec 3, 2021
30 Funny Gifts That Will Even Get Curmudgeons to Laugh
Here are some gift ideas that are LOL-guaranteed, I promise.
Nov 15, 2021
3 Home Office Trends on Their Way Out, According to the Pros
Here's why home offices are the new powder rooms.
Nov 4, 2021
4 Real Estate Agent-Approved Tips for Setting Your Home’s Listing Price
Here's what to consider.
Oct 23, 2021
These 5 Apartment Therapy Articles Got Me Through Buying and Selling a Condo
Take it from me, a writer who has lived through it IRL.
Oct 17, 2021
4 Things I Wish I'd Known Before I Started Renovating My Condo to Sell It
I learned a few lessons along the way.
Sep 4, 2021
This Midwestern Walking Trail Is a Total Gem for Architecture Lovers
The most remarkable aspect? The view — and not just of the freshwater lake, but of the stunning lake houses and historical estates that adorn the storied trail.
Aug 24, 2021
The Best Cities for Buying a Vintage Historic Home
If you're in the market for a house with a bit of history, here's where you should look.
Aug 20, 2021
What Is a "Barndominium" and Why Would I Want One?
Newly popular, these structures date back generations.
Jul 6, 2021
Getting a Dog Totally Changed My Perspective of My Neighborhood
PUPS
And helped me find community.
Jun 27, 2021
The Backyard Upgrade Real Estate Agents Love Seeing
Plus 3 reasons why.
Jun 10, 2021
The 7 Best Cities and Towns for First-Time Homebuyers
Based on median home values in the $300,000 range, proximity to a major city, and a growing population.
Jun 5, 2021
The 4 Little Projects I'm Doing Before Selling My Condo
One big task (like selling my home) includes dozens of smaller ones, too.
May 19, 2021
A Brief History of Basement Bars, the Neat Home Feature That Deserves a Comeback
Pull up a stool, pour yourself a drink, and listen to the tale.
May 13, 2021
4 Things that Define an “Adult” Pantry, According to Home Stagers
It always comes back to glass jars, doesn't it?
Apr 1, 2021
4 Things You Didn’t Know About Renters Insurance and Natural Disasters
Renters should prepare for the unexpected.
Apr 21, 2021
A History of Breeze Blocks, Mid-Century Architecture's Favorite Flair
They're stunning — and utilitarian.
Apr 20, 2021
4 Surprising Things Real Estate Photographers Have Seen in Homes
They shared their most memorable (and unusual) shoots.
Apr 14, 2021
The Best One-Bedroom Apartments Have These 3 Things
Real estate agents have thoughts.
Apr 7, 2021
If You Love Weird Homes, There’s a Facebook Group You Should Join
It's called "Weird Homes That Just Need to Be Shared."
Mar 24, 2021
The Backyard DIY Project That One Realtor Says To Try This Year
Inject a little serenity into your outdoor space.
Mar 22, 2021
These Are the 5 (Unexpected) Cities Gen X Wants to Move to in 2021
North Carolina should prepare for an influx.
Mar 19, 2021
The Super Creative Way to Boost Your Curb Appeal for Under $50
For just about any style.
Mar 3, 2021
5 Ways House-Hunting Is Exactly Like Going on a Bunch of First Dates
From red flags to realistic expectations.
Feb 23, 2021
This Facebook Group Is Saving Mid-Century Bathrooms One Tile at a Time
It's a virtual celebration of retro features.
Feb 11, 2021
The 5 Retro Home Features Buyers Want Preserved, According to Experts
Breeze blocks, anyone?
Jan 24, 2021
4 Cheap Fixer-Uppers for Sale on the West Coast
They're on the market right now — and they likely won't last.
Jan 20, 2021
The ’90s Trends That Real Estate Agents Actually Love Seeing
Mauve accents and four-poster beds are back.
Jan 14, 2021
The Best Studio Apartment Layouts Have These 3 Things, According to Experts
A studio with the right touches can really impress.
Jan 5, 2021
3 Zillow Alerts Everyone Should Set Up in 2021
For both the serious shopper and the nightly scroller who just wants to gawk at seriously cool homes.
Jan 1, 2021
The Time-Honored Benefits of Multigenerational Living
In the 1950s, my dad, his sister, and his cousin grew up under the same roof. Could this become the norm again?
Dec 18, 2020
7 Daily Habits That Turn Renters into Homeowners, According to Experts
You might be surprised to learn you’re already making strides.
Dec 16, 2020
The Home Trends We’ll See in 2021, As Predicted by Real Estate Pros
Here's what their crystal ball says.
Dec 13, 2020
4 Ways to Keep Your Kids' Messes Out of Sight, According to Home Stagers
It's OK to store toys in every room.
Dec 10, 2020
The Warm and Fuzzy History of the American “Family Room”
In the 1940s, a low-stakes environment for play was introduced into homes.
Nov 12, 2020
3 Things Home Experts Say You Should Always Buy Used
Consider architectural salvage your salvation.
Oct 22, 2020
One Thing You Should Have in Your Bathroom, According to a Real Estate Agent
Let's talk about the thing no one wants to talk about.
Oct 14, 2020
9 Roommate Finance Questions That'll Solve Any Tiff You've Ever Had
Who takes ownership of our furniture when we move out, anyway?
Oct 12, 2020
7 Homes for $300k or Less in and Around Asheville, North Carolina
Relocating? Take your pick.
Sep 17, 2020