Buying & Owning Home

According to pros.

I’ve never thought of this.

Got last-minute guests and a musty living room? Here’s what to do.

It's so smart.

It’s luxe.

These are sure to attract any buyer.

The kitchen style is universally reviled, but I think it deserves love.

There's a twist.

It wasn’t that difficult, but I did get lucky.

It taught me so much about impermanence and possessions.

It's easy if you know what you need to do.

Before you get carried away in a fantasy, try this.

There’s etiquette to consider, but it could save you thousands of dollars.

Almost two years ago, my husband and I bought our dream home on the Gold Coast of Queensland, Australia: a 1980s brick house with three bedrooms, two baths, and 2,900-square-foot space. It has all the hallmarks of the era it came from — single-glazed windows, gaps that leaked air, gas appliances, and no insulation in the ceiling or internal walls — but we fell in love with it at first viewing.

They’re fairy-tale like.

It’s an MCM-lover's dream house.

Don’t make these homebuying mistakes.

They're looking at a surprising locale.

I'm shocked!

It has a gorgeous, sleek design.

It’s giving home away from home vibes.

It could help in the future.

You can make it work for you.

The movers were so affordable.

These make perfect sense!

How an unassuming desert dwelling became a masterclass in sustainable design.

I want a pool!

Here's what we learned — and how we're rebuilding.

It's simple.

They’re so useful.

It’s a real doozy.

They make a lot of sense.

It’s so summery!

It defined my childhood — and is a coveted feature of my next home.

It makes a huge difference.

Small changes make a big difference.

A few subtle tweaks made a big difference.

I want this in my next house.

It's so simple — and effective.

They’re so fun.

Even a little investment can go a long way.

I love these picks.

Sometimes basic is a good thing!

Buyers are looking for character.

Whether you’re looking to retire, start a remote job in a beautiful, sunny destination, or raise your family by the water, many dream of moving to the beach for a year-round vacation and warm winter temperatures. Thankfully, you don’t have to shell out half a million dollars (or more!) to achieve this goal as there are plenty of affordable coastal cities around the country to call home.Here, I collected 18 of the most affordable beach towns to live in throughout the U.S.

It looks great — but I want to get rid of it.

Thinking of moving? Start here.

It's so Scandi!

It makes perfect sense.

This is so interesting.

It gets such a gorgeous upgrade.

These picks are so cute.

It’s a game-changer.

Move over, modern farmhouse!

It’s so cute!

It looks so good, but it’s impossible to maintain.

I’m obsessed!

They’re so effective.

This surprised me.

It’s a lesson in disguise.