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One Thing That’s Always Worth Splurging On, According to a Real Estate Agent
It's not a fancy kitchen countertop or bathroom remodel.
Sarah Magnuson
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.
Sarah Magnuson
Feb 21, 2022
This Is the Best Color to Paint a Ranch House, According to Real Estate Pros
Take a wild guess.
Sarah Magnuson
Feb 1, 2022
A Landlord's 3 Best Tips for Finding a Subletter ASAP
Here's what to know.
Sarah Magnuson
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.
Sarah Magnuson
Jan 7, 2022
Split-Level Homes Are Perfect, and I Will Die On This Hill
Let me elaborate.
Sarah Magnuson
Dec 3, 2021
30 Funny Gifts That Will Even Get Curmudgeons to Laugh
Here are some gift ideas that are LOL-guaranteed, I promise.
Sarah Magnuson
Nov 15, 2021
The Moving Tip from My Mom That Saved Me Money (and Broken Dishes!)
Thank you, Cathy.
Sarah Magnuson
Nov 7, 2021
3 Home Office Trends on Their Way Out, According to the Pros
Here's why home offices are the new powder rooms.
Sarah Magnuson
Nov 4, 2021
The 4 Best Colors to Paint Your Shutters, According to Real Estate Agents
You've got options.
Sarah Magnuson
Nov 1, 2021
4 Real Estate Agent-Approved Tips for Setting Your Home’s Listing Price
Here's what to consider.
Sarah Magnuson
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.
Sarah Magnuson
Oct 17, 2021
If You Like Chicago's Access to the Outdoors, Try Moving to This Smaller City
It's cheaper, too.
Sarah Magnuson
Sep 8, 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.
Sarah Magnuson
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.
Sarah Magnuson
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.
Sarah Magnuson
Aug 20, 2021
What Is a "Barndominium" and Why Would I Want One?
Newly popular, these structures date back generations.
Sarah Magnuson
Jul 6, 2021
Getting a Dog Totally Changed My Perspective of My Neighborhood
PUPS
And helped me find community.
Sarah Magnuson
Jun 27, 2021
The Backyard Upgrade Real Estate Agents Love Seeing
Plus 3 reasons why.
Sarah Magnuson
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.
Sarah Magnuson
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.
Sarah Magnuson
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.
Sarah Magnuson
May 13, 2021
4 Things that Define an “Adult” Pantry, According to Home Stagers
It always comes back to glass jars, doesn't it?
Sarah Magnuson
Apr 1, 2021
4 Things You Didn’t Know About Renters Insurance and Natural Disasters
Renters should prepare for the unexpected.
Sarah Magnuson
Apr 21, 2021
A History of Breeze Blocks, Mid-Century Architecture's Favorite Flair
They're stunning — and utilitarian.
Sarah Magnuson
Apr 20, 2021
4 Surprising Things Real Estate Photographers Have Seen in Homes
They shared their most memorable (and unusual) shoots.
Sarah Magnuson
Apr 14, 2021
The Best One-Bedroom Apartments Have These 3 Things
Real estate agents have thoughts.
Sarah Magnuson
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."
Sarah Magnuson
Mar 24, 2021
The Backyard DIY Project That One Realtor Says To Try This Year
Inject a little serenity into your outdoor space.
Sarah Magnuson
Mar 22, 2021
These Are the 5 (Unexpected) Cities Gen X Wants to Move to in 2021
North Carolina should prepare for an influx.
Sarah Magnuson
Mar 19, 2021
The Super Creative Way to Boost Your Curb Appeal for Under $50
For just about any style.
Sarah Magnuson
Mar 3, 2021
5 Ways House-Hunting Is Exactly Like Going on a Bunch of First Dates
From red flags to realistic expectations.
Sarah Magnuson
Feb 23, 2021
This Facebook Group Is Saving Mid-Century Bathrooms One Tile at a Time
It's a virtual celebration of retro features.
Sarah Magnuson
Feb 11, 2021
The 5 Retro Home Features Buyers Want Preserved, According to Experts
Breeze blocks, anyone?
Sarah Magnuson
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.
Sarah Magnuson
Jan 20, 2021
The ’90s Trends That Real Estate Agents Actually Love Seeing
Mauve accents and four-poster beds are back.
Sarah Magnuson
Jan 14, 2021
The Best Studio Apartment Layouts Have These 3 Things, According to Experts
A studio with the right touches can really impress.
Sarah Magnuson
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.
Sarah Magnuson
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?
Sarah Magnuson
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.
Sarah Magnuson
Dec 16, 2020
The Home Trends We’ll See in 2021, As Predicted by Real Estate Pros
Here's what their crystal ball says.
Sarah Magnuson
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.
Sarah Magnuson
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.
Sarah Magnuson
Nov 12, 2020
3 Things Home Experts Say You Should Always Buy Used
Consider architectural salvage your salvation.
Sarah Magnuson
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.
Sarah Magnuson
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?
Sarah Magnuson
Oct 12, 2020
7 Homes for $300k or Less in and Around Asheville, North Carolina
Relocating? Take your pick.
Sarah Magnuson
Sep 17, 2020
Chicken Coops Are Suddenly Everywhere. But Are You Even Allowed to Build One?
Here's what to know.
Sarah Magnuson
Sep 13, 2020
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