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The 5 Biggest Pet Peeves Real Estate Agents Have About Your Kitchen's Layout
Keep an eye out for these kitchen bloopers. 
Sofia Rivera
Aug 5, 2021
6 Things in Your Linen Closet You Should Get Rid of Right Now
According to home stagers.
Tierra Smith
Aug 3, 2021
9 Pet Peeves Home Stagers Have About the Way You Make Your Bed
Follow their tips for crisp, cozy-looking bedding.
Sarah Everett
Aug 3, 2021
Joshua Jackson Is Raising His Family in His Childhood Home
He always remembered the home where he and his family had a “simpler” existence.
Olivia Harvey
Aug 3, 2021
These Prefab Tiny Houses Are Built to Better Withstand Natural Disasters
The tiny homes look like pod houses out of a sci-fi flick.
Olivia Harvey
Aug 2, 2021
7 Driveway Trends on Their Way Out, According to Real Estate Pros
Put 'em in the rearview.
Lauren Wellbank
Aug 2, 2021
The Under-$20 Way to Make a Room Look Brighter (and Bigger)
According to very specific tip from a home stager.
Sarah Everett
Aug 1, 2021
What is a “TIC” in Real Estate?
Here's what to know about the term.
Brittany Anas
Jul 31, 2021
The (Almost) Irrelevant Mortgage Type That Still Works for One Specific Buyer
They're not popular these days.
Brittany Anas
Jul 30, 2021
Gwen Stefani’s Fireplace Is Classic Black and White Marble with a Twist
It makes a timeless statement that you can recreate in your own home.
Emma Kershaw
Jul 29, 2021
There’s a Blazing Blue Victorian for Sale in Texas — And It Has a Swimming Pool
Look inside this turquoise-tinted home from 1877.
Madeline Bilis
Jul 29, 2021
4 Common Types of Mortgages — and the Differences Between Them
There are plenty of options available for potential homebuyers.
Lauren Wellbank
Jul 28, 2021
4 Signs You Should Halt Your Home Search for a Few Months
Taking a break might make all the difference.
Terri Williams
Jul 27, 2021
Don't Worry, You Didn't Miss Out on the Great Homebuying Frenzy of 2020
There's still hope for first-time buyers.
Brittany Anas
Jul 26, 2021
Jeremiah Brent’s Marble Fireplace is Stirring Up Excitement on Instagram
Brent is no stranger to a bit (okay, a lot) of marble.
Emma Kershaw
Jul 25, 2021
How to Get a Landlord Referral When Yours Is MIA Most of the Time
Some landlords offered their best tips.
Sarah Kuta
Jul 25, 2021
4 Things You Should Do If You Want to Rescind Your Offer
According to a real estate agent.
Lauren Wellbank
Jul 25, 2021
You Can Shop These Ulta Beauty Brands In Target From August
The partnership was announced in November 2020.
Emma Kershaw
Jul 25, 2021
5 Affordable Suburbs to Move to If You Don’t Want to Pay for Seattle
Competition is stiff right now, but hang in there.
Candace Ramirez
Jul 24, 2021
Here’s What Your Exterior House Color Says About You
What kind of person opts for a dark brown versus a muted green? And is that person you?
Madeline Bilis
Jul 23, 2021
There’s a Stunning Mid-Century House for Sale in Tennessee
PROPERTY CRUSH
And it has a river flowing through the living room.
Madeline Bilis
Jul 22, 2021
See How the Dated Kitchen in This Rental Cottage Was Transformed into an Oasis
BEFORE & AFTER
It's breezy, beachy, and fun.
Chelsea Greenwood
Jul 21, 2021
Moving? Here Are 5 of the Best Ways to Unpack, According to an Expert
Unpacking doesn't have to be stressful.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
Jul 21, 2021
The 5 Things That Define an “Adult” Closet, According to Home Stagers
Choose a type of hanger and stick with it.
Brittany Anas
Jul 21, 2021
Are “Forever Homes” Gone Forever?
Forever seems to have become "for now."
Barbara Bellesi Zito
Jul 20, 2021
5 Tell-Tale Signs You’re Ready to Buy a House — Beyond Having a Down Payment
It's worth asking Fido what he thinks.
Brittany Anas
Jul 20, 2021
Chelsea Handler’s Famous Friends Are Having the Age-Old Toilet Paper Debate
NEWS
Over or under?
Olivia Harvey
Jul 19, 2021
The “3 Cs” That Make Your Apartment Feel So Much Smaller, According to an Expert
One leasing agent revealed the major culprits.
Davina Ward
Jul 19, 2021
7 Features That'll Tell You If a Historic Home Is Well-Maintained
It only takes 10 minutes to spot them.
Heather Bien
Jul 19, 2021
9 Things To Do To Your Half-Bath Before Selling Your House
Put some pow in your powder room.
Wendy Helfenbaum
Jul 18, 2021
Emma Roberts’ Backsplash Proves How Timeless Marble Is
Roberts gave Instagram followers a rare glimpse into her stunning kitchen.
Emma Kershaw
Jul 18, 2021
4 Things to Prioritize in a Starter Home — and 4 to Let Go of
Consider these compromises.
Candace Ramirez
Jul 18, 2021
What Makes a House "Greek Revival"?
Here's how to tell.
Mariette Williams
Jul 17, 2021
Here’s Where the New “Gossip Girl” Characters Live Now Compared to the Original Series
That’s a secret I’ll never tell (just kidding, let’s dive in).
Christina Elia
Jul 16, 2021
The Unconventional Move One Financial Planner Made to Circumvent the Market
He quit the homebuying game to try something else.
Sarah Kuta
Jul 16, 2021
Padma Lakshmi Shared Her Favorite Etsy Finds
NEWS
Emmy-nominated TV host and culinary expert Padma Lakshmi teamed up with Etsy to create a curated list of her favorite Etsy-sourced homewares.
Olivia Harvey
Jul 15, 2021
The Woodsy Home That Inspired the “Cabin Porn” Movement Is for Sale
PROPERTY CRUSH
Peek inside.
Madeline Bilis
Jul 15, 2021
Here’s How You Can Watch the Olympics at Scottie Pippen’s Chicago Home
The basketball legend is opening the doors of his Chicago home for fans to watch this summer’s Olympic Games in luxury.
Megan Johnson
Jul 15, 2021
7 Expert-Approved Ways to Make Fast Decisions in a Competitive Housing Market
It comes down to preparedness.
Candace Ramirez
Jul 14, 2021
The 4 Essential Things I Just Bought for My First Apartment
Including an out-of-the-ordinary storage solution.
Grace Cassidy
Jul 14, 2021
See How a Home Stager Turned a Cavernous Den into a Stunning Multipurpose Space
BEFORE & AFTER
This very '90s great room is now truly great.
Chelsea Greenwood
Jul 13, 2021
These Are the Most Difficult Things to Move, According to Professional Movers
Consider calling the pros to handle these.
Jennifer Billock
Jul 13, 2021
5 Things Experts Want You to Know About Moving Your Plants to a New Apartment
There's a right way to do it.
Maggie Coughlan
Jul 12, 2021
The Reason Landlords Are So Weird About Not Letting You Paint or Hang Up Stuff
What gives?
Sarah Kuta
Jul 12, 2021
Forget Your Zodiac, Here's What Your Zillow Scrolling Habits Say About You
The types of homes you’re drawn to may reveal how you feel about your life.
Lauren Wellbank
Jul 11, 2021
3 Unexpected Consequences of Painting Your House a Bright Color
According to experts.
Zakiya Kassam
Jul 10, 2021
4 Surprising Things a Landlord Wishes You’d Get Rid of Right Now
Leave these items at the door.
Davina Ward
Jul 10, 2021
Peek Inside the Mansion from “Meet the Parents” — It’s For Sale Right Now
It includes amenities like a chef’s kitchen, a circular drive (perfect for awkward future in-law introductions), and an impressive indoor swimming pool for aggressive family volleyball games.
Arielle Tschinkel
Jul 9, 2021
The Loveliest Front Door Paint Colors to Try This Year
According to real estate agents.
Mili Mansaray
Jul 9, 2021
20 Years Later, Elle Woods’ Dorm Room In “Legally Blonde” Is Just as Inspirational as Ever
To mark the film’s 20th anniversary, Missy Stewart, who worked as the production designer for "Legally Blonde," spoke with Apartment Therapy about the inspiration behind the dorm rooms and how their designs hold up twenty years later.
Emma Kershaw
Jul 9, 2021
This Whimsical Hideaway for Sale in Berkeley Comes with an ADU
PROPERTY CRUSH
The main house is outfitted with dark wood beams and paneling.
Madeline Bilis
Jul 8, 2021
What It Really Means When a Home Is on the Market for 100+ Days
It's not always a bad sign.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
Jul 8, 2021
The Crucial Thing Most People Forget to Do When Touring Homes for Sale
It's an easy one, too.
Sarah Kuta
Jul 7, 2021
6 Things You Should Never Say to Your Real Estate Agent
“The highest I could possibly offer is…”
Candace Ramirez
Jul 7, 2021
What Is a "Barndominium" and Why Would I Want One?
Newly popular, these structures date back generations.
Sarah Magnuson
Jul 6, 2021
This Long Island Mansion Was Featured in Taylor Swift’s Music Video, And It’s Headed to Auction
Winfield Hall was featured in the "Blank Space" music video.
Emma Kershaw
Jul 5, 2021
Ashley Tisdale’s Hammock Chaise Lounge Makes a Bold Statement
"Are you supposed to sit in it or just stare at it?"
Emma Kershaw
Jul 5, 2021
The 3 Exterior Paint Colors That Help a Home Sell the Fastest
Any guesses?
Zakiya Kassam
Jul 5, 2021
3 Things I Wish People Told Me About Starting a House Hunt Right Now
Trying to buy a house in a seller's market can be a soul-crushing journey — but we haven't given up.
Savannah West
Jul 5, 2021
The First Step You Need to Take to Hire a Real Estate Agent
You can't just pick any agent.
Brenda Richardson
Jul 4, 2021
Busy Philipps Bakes Stitch Birthday Cake With Help From Twitter Followers
Philipps baked the cake for her daughter's 8th birthday.
Emma Kershaw
Jul 3, 2021
4 Things You Should Try to Negotiate Before You Sign a Lease
According to real estate experts.
Lauren Wellbank
Jul 3, 2021
“Selling Sunset”‘s Chrishell Stause To Release “Raw and Unfiltered” Book
"This is my story, raw and unfiltered," Stause said of the memoir.
Emma Kershaw
Jul 3, 2021
The Best Color to Paint Every Room, According to Real Estate Agents
No more all-white walls.
Jennifer Billock
Jul 3, 2021
The One Living Room Accessory You Should Always Buy Used
And how to find a good one.
Jennifer Billock
Jul 2, 2021
7 Things at Home Depot Every New Homeowner Needs
According to real estate experts.
Megan Johnson
Jul 2, 2021
This $339k Island for Sale Off the Coast of Maine Comes with a Cottage
PROPERTY CRUSH
Plus the added bonus of seal-watching.
Madeline Bilis
Jul 1, 2021
The One Thing That'll Always Make Your Bathroom Feel Smaller
And what you can do to fix it.
Davina Ward
Jul 1, 2021
4 Helpful Homebuyer Education Courses for Buying Your First Home
It's the best way to get an overview of it all.
Sarah Kuta
Jun 30, 2021
Neighborhoods Still Don’t Feel “Normal,” How Can You Decide to Move?
Here are a few tips for figuring out if a place is right for you during and after the pandemic.
Candace Ramirez
Jun 29, 2021
The 117 Best Moving Tips of All Time
Here’s an exhaustive list of tips to make sure your move is stress-free, less tiring, and actually sort of enjoyable(?).
Rebecca Renner
Jun 28, 2021
Getting a Dog Totally Changed My Perspective of My Neighborhood
PUPS
And helped me find community.
Sarah Magnuson
Jun 27, 2021