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Living room with Eero Aarnio hanging bubble chair and vintage brown armchair
5 Little Luxuries Home Stagers Always Incorporate into Living Rooms
REAL ESTATE
You can elevate your living room experience with simple, affordable additions.
Laura Ratliff
Apr 9, 2023
The 5 Most Important Things to Know If You Want to Buy a House This Spring
Real Estate
Buyers might have a fighting chance, according to real estate experts.
Sarah Kuta
Apr 8, 2023
I Couldn’t Decide What Color to Paint My House — So a Color Concierge Helped Me
Real Estate
Here’s what I didn’t realize about exterior paint jobs.
Ashley Abramson
Apr 7, 2023
This Stunning New Mexico Home Comes with the Conversation Pit of Your Dreams
REAL ESTATE
Plus, wood-burning fireplaces, massive windows, and cool concrete floors galore.
Sofia Rivera
Apr 6, 2023
Here’s What a $1,110-per-Month Manhattan Micro Apartment Looks Like
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It’s quite cramped, but, hey, what matters is location, location, location.
Inigo Del Castillo
Apr 5, 2023
6 Questions You're Going to Wish You Asked Before Buying Your House
REAL ESTATE
Bring these up before saying yes to a new address.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
Apr 5, 2023
This Utah Home for Sale Is Built into a Mountain & Has an Exposed Rock Wall
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“This Vernal, Utah home ROCKS,” Zillow Gone Wild captioned its post.
Olivia Harvey
Apr 5, 2023
Angela Lansbury’s LA Home Just Hit the Market
REAL ESTATE
And it’s where she filmed an iconic wellness video in 1988.
Madeline Bilis
Apr 5, 2023
4 Trends You're Going to See in Every Real Estate Listing Photo This Year
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Keep an eye out for these while Zillow scrolling.
Jennifer Billock
Apr 5, 2023
5 Outdated Home Office Features That Buyers Always Notice
Real Estate
According to real estate pros.
Nichole Talbot
Apr 4, 2023
We Asked 8 Real Estate Pros About Their Favorite Style of Area Rug
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Here’s what they said.
Josephine Nesbit
Apr 4, 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
See How a Stager Turned a One-Bedroom Bachelor Pad into a Hip Two-Bedroom Home
BEFORE & AFTER
The $20k project boosted the condo’s value by $100k.
Kristen Finello
Apr 3, 2023
The Best Shade of White to Paint Your Ceiling Is …
REAL ESTATE
Here are the specific colors and brands real estate agents swear by.
Sarah Kuta
Apr 2, 2023
5 Kitchen Counters on Their Way Out, According to Real Estate Pros
Real Estate
Waterfall countertops are waning in popularity.
Josephine Nesbit
Apr 2, 2023
The Backyard No-Nos That Instantly Date Your Home
REAL ESTATE
Artificial features are on their way out.
Sarah Kuta
Apr 1, 2023
It’s Official: This Is the Smallest Apartment in the U.S.
APRIL FOOLS'
Of course it’s in New York City.
Samantha Zabell
Apr 1, 2023
6 Unexpected Lessons Our Home Director Learned While Buying Her First House
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This insight will help you navigate your purchase and maybe save a little cash, too.
Danielle Blundell
Apr 1, 2023
Get a Peek of Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton’s Oklahoma Ranch
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The 1,300-acre property is in Tishomingo.
Abby Monteil
Mar 30, 2023
This Industrial Loft in Minneapolis Makes Cinder Block Look So Darn Cool
REAL ESTATE
Concrete floors and blue cabinetry have never looked so chic.
Sofia Rivera
Mar 30, 2023
I Keep Seeing “Twin Home” Real Estate Listings. But What Actually Are They?
REAL ESTATE
Hint: They’re not duplexes.
Steph Mickelson
Mar 29, 2023
Cash-Strapped Buyers Are Investing in “Second Homes” First
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Here are 5 things to know before you try it.
Brittany Anas
Mar 28, 2023
This House for Sale Takes WFH To a New Level — It Even Has a Workstation in the Bathroom
Never miss a Zoom call!
Olivia Harvey
Mar 27, 2023
My New Neighbor Is My 85-Year-Old Grandmother — And It's the Best
REAL ESTATE
I was worried about both of our boundaries at first, but now we’ve developed a routine.
Caroline Eubanks
Mar 27, 2023
This Colorado House For Sale Is a Disney Lover's Dream
Perfect for any Disney adult.
Arielle Tschinkel
Mar 26, 2023
How to Remove Listing Photos of Your Home from the Internet
Real Estate
There’s a reason why homeowners want these taken down after closing.
Lauren Wellbank
Mar 26, 2023
Homes with the Same Square Footage Can Appear to Be Wildly Different Sizes
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A 900-square-foot studio and a 1,000-square-foot house aren’t too different on paper, but they are in person.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
Mar 25, 2023
The Property Where Jane Austen Wrote “Pride And Prejudice” Is for Sale
If you’re looking to channel your inner Jane Austen and write the next bestselling romantic fiction novel, this is probably the best place to do it.
Inigo Del Castillo
Mar 24, 2023
What's Cheaper — Using a Laundry Service or Having an In-Unit Washer and Dryer?
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Inquiring renters want to know.
Sarah Kuta
Mar 24, 2023
This Adorable Converted Schoolhouse Is on the Market for Less Than $300,000
It’s all about playful pops of pink.
Sofia Rivera
Mar 23, 2023
The Alleged Violent (and Possibly Pretentious) Origins of Spiral Staircases
They're a historic architectural feature.
Steph Mickelson
Mar 23, 2023
Cash Apps Can Be Dangerous for Paying Rent — Here Are 5 Tips for Doing It Safely
A simple mistake can make your rent payment disappear, according to a cybersecurity expert.
Lauren Wellbank
Mar 22, 2023
TikTok Is Losing It Over the Toilet Placement In This Creepy House for Sale
This bathroom will haunt your dreams.
Olivia Harvey
Mar 21, 2023
5 Things That Immediately Give Real Estate Agents “The Ick”
No one is immune to the ick.
Brittany Anas
Mar 21, 2023
See How a Home Stager Turned a Neglected ‘80s Home into a Comfy, Modern Oasis
The formerly stale listing received multiple offers after this transformation.
Kristen Finello
Mar 20, 2023
These Are The Most (And Least) Expensive States To Move To in 2023
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From West Virginia to Hawaii.
Abby Monteil
Mar 20, 2023
Why You Should Open a High-Yield Savings Account for Your Down Payment Fund
It's a no-brainer.
Sarah Kuta
Mar 19, 2023
4 of the Best Ways to Save Money While Moving, According to Experts
Real Estate
It adds up quickly.
Karon Warren
Mar 17, 2023
5 Mistakes to Never Make While Moving, According to a Moving Logistics Pro
Pack one kitchen cabinet first.
Jennifer Billock
Mar 17, 2023
This Is the Best Time To Sell Your House This Year, According to Realtor.com
So if you’re looking to list your home, you’ll want to start preparing now.
Arielle Tschinkel
Mar 16, 2023
This Townhome's Zen Garden Is the Most Relaxing Thing I've Seen This Week
It feels like a breath of fresh air.
Sofia Rivera
Mar 16, 2023
Finance TikTokers Claim One Easy Move Will Cut Your Mortgage in Half
But here's what experts say.
Heather Bien
Mar 15, 2023
This “Haunted” House For Sale Comes Complete With A Secret Coffin Doorway
You may have to sweep up a few cobwebs and scrub fake blood off the kitchen cabinets.
Olivia Harvey
Mar 15, 2023
Backyards Are the Top Home-Selling Feature in 2023, According to Zillow
Sprucing up your outdoor space could pay off big-time.
Abby Monteil
Mar 15, 2023
3 Telltale Signs the House You're Buying Has Hard Water Issues
You don't even have to take a test shower at the open house.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
Mar 15, 2023
3 Things to Splurge on If You’re Selling Your Home — And 2 to Skip 
You’re going to want to save your money on new hardwoods and invest it elsewhere.
Lauren Wellbank
Mar 14, 2023
Peek Inside Solange Knowles’ Art Deco-Inspired LA Loft for Sale
The Los Angeles loft is a creative's dream residence.
Noella Williams
Mar 14, 2023
See How 2 Friends Living in Identical Brooklyn Condos Decorated Their Spaces
They have the same floor plans, but different aesthetics.
Sofia Rivera
Mar 13, 2023
The $8 Fix You Need to Make Before Listing Your Home for Sale
It works wonders.
Josephine Nesbit
Mar 12, 2023
5 Kitchen Island Trends on Their Way Out, According to Real Estate Experts
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Here’s what to steer clear of.
Jennifer Billock
Mar 12, 2023
What Is the MLS, Anyway? Real Estate Agents Explain
Here’s what to know.
Jennifer Prince
Mar 11, 2023
5 Products That Help Drew Barrymore Stay Productive
The actress and talkshow host has revealed all in the latest issue of DREW magazine.
Emma Kershaw
Mar 10, 2023
These U.S. Cities Will Pay You To Move There in 2023
Looking for a change of scenery?
Abby Monteil
Mar 10, 2023
Here's What Landlords Really Think About Peel-and-Stick Wallpaper
Two property managers weigh in.
Lauren Wellbank
Mar 10, 2023
9 Kitchen Trends To Avoid, According to Real Estate Agents
If you want to increase your home's resale value, skip these popular elements.
Jennifer Billock
Mar 9, 2023
Peek Inside the Coziest California A-Frame You’ve Ever Seen
Peep the spiral staircase.
Sofia Rivera
Mar 9, 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
5 Unorthodox (Or Genius?) Ways These 5 Homebuyers Saved for a Down Payment
Desperate times call for desperate measures.
Nichole Talbot
Mar 8, 2023
I Don't Plan on Buying a House Soon, But I Still Go to Open Houses — Here's Why
My fiancé and I always debrief and power-rank our favorite listings.
Kelsey Mulvey
Mar 8, 2023
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Have Been Asked to Move Out of Frogmore Cottage
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The property was the couple's only remaining U.K. residence.
Abby Monteil
Mar 7, 2023
See How Stagers Made an Industrial-Style Apartment Feel Cozy
The open floor plan was divided into distinct sections.
Heather Bien
Mar 7, 2023
I Hired an Estate Sale Company to Help Me Downsize — And It Was Amazing
I'd do it again, too.
Merlisa Lawrence Corbett
Mar 7, 2023
I Never Liked Ranch-Style Houses — But Now I Live in One (And Love It)
Here's why.
Jennifer Prince
Mar 6, 2023
A NYC Converted Dental Factory Has A Lofted Waterfall Bed
And Instagram is not happy.
Olivia Harvey
Mar 5, 2023
The Timeless Details Real Estate Agents Always Recommend You Add to Your Home
Especially if it's time to sell.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
Mar 5, 2023
The Huge Mistake I Made While Trying to Prevent My Pipes from Bursting
Here's how you can avoid it.
Heather Bien
Mar 4, 2023
It's Not Just You — Apartments Are The Smallest They've Been In a Decade
The average size of newly built apartments has decreased in the past decade by 54 square feet.
Arielle Tschinkel
Mar 3, 2023
These 4 People Bought Their Homes for Below Listing Price
Here's how they did it.
Heather Bien
Mar 3, 2023
See How a Home Stager Turned a Stuffy Dining Room into a Comfy Gathering Spot
BEFORE & AFTER
It's almost unrecognizable.
Kristen Finello
Mar 3, 2023
This Sunny Joshua Tree Home Will Make You Want a Bathtub in Your Backyard
Peek inside the “Funky Cactus House.”
Sofia Rivera
Mar 2, 2023
The Genius Ways Real Estate Agents Hide Cords and Wires Before a Showing
Ever consider weaving them through baskets?
Laura Ratliff
Mar 2, 2023
These Are Real Estate Agents’ Secrets for a Nice-Smelling Home
That aren't cookies or candles.
Megan Johnson
Mar 1, 2023