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Bathroom with wooden shelves, round mirror, white sink, black faucet, and window view of greenery.
3 Things Making Your Bathroom Feel Darker than It Really Is
Here's what to avoid.
Tierra Smith
Feb 4, 2021
The "Family Matters" House Looks Really Different Now
If you spent your Friday nights in the '90s curled up with popcorn watching the iconic TGIF lineup, hold onto your hat.
Megan Johnson
Feb 3, 2021
Why Real Estate Agents Wish You Wouldn't Get Distracted by Outdated Kitchens
There are a few good reasons.
Jennifer Billock
Feb 3, 2021
Everyone Wants the “Flower Hanging Thing” on Chrissy Teigen’s Instagram
NEWS
The internet, collectively, doesn’t know what exactly this hanging floral arrangement is, but everyone wants in on whatever trend this is.
Olivia Harvey
Feb 3, 2021
Marie Kondo Revealed a Glimpse of Her Thriving Fiddle Leaf Fig
I spy with my little eye... a leafy green houseplant.
Nicoletta Richardson
Feb 3, 2021
Gwyneth Paltrow Put an Unexpected Twist on Her Black and White Kitchen Floor
An unconventional floor like this does have a way of catching attention.
Leah Groth
Feb 3, 2021
Selling My House Off-Market Saved Me Time and Stress — But It's Not for Everyone
Here's why.
Ashley Abramson
Feb 3, 2021
6 Foolproof Tips for Organizing Your House-Hunting Process, According to Experts
To start, give homes nicknames.
Sarah Kuta
Feb 2, 2021
The 5 Most Common Questions Real Estate Agents Get from Buyers, Answered
Here's what to know.
Nathan Tavares
Feb 2, 2021
3 Coffee Table Styling Tips You Should Steal from Professional Home Stagers
They recommend thinking in threes.
Zakiya Kassam
Feb 1, 2021
Plant Prefab’s New Passive Homes Push The Boundaries of Sustainability
Take a look at the RPA LivingHomes 1, 2, and 3.
Jessica Wang
Jan 31, 2021
The Most Affordable Cities For New Homeowners, According to a Report
Does your city make the list?
Jessica Wang
Jan 31, 2021
9 Things to Consider When Moving from the City to the Country
There’s more to think about than how to load a moving truck on a busy city street.
Kristy Alpert
Jan 31, 2021
Half of Americans Want to Move. Here Are 5 Things to Know If You’re One of Them
You're going to need these tips from experts.
Brittany Anas
Jan 30, 2021
This Was the Most Popular State to Move to in 2020
NEWS
One state welcomed more new residents in 2020 than any other, according to data compiled by U-Haul, and the result might surprise you.
Arielle Tschinkel
Jan 29, 2021
Here's How Long You'd Need to Live with Your Parents to Buy a House in 20 Cities
Those who moved back home might have enough dough for a down payment soon.
Jennifer Billock
Jan 28, 2021
This Houseboat for Sale in Massachusetts Is Incredibly Warm and Cozy
Peek inside.
Madeline Bilis
Jan 28, 2021
This Company Makes Stuffed Animal Versions of Your Pet and Is Mandy Moore-Approved
Moore shared a photo of an incredibly lifelike plush toy from Cuddle Clones that looks so real, everyone in the comments said they had to do a double-take.
Olivia Harvey
Jan 27, 2021
U-Haul vs. Penske: Which Mover Should I Choose?
Here's a breakdown of each service.
Sara Freund
Jan 27, 2021
This Board Game Helped Me Discover My Love of Houses When I Was a Kid
Have you ever played the Game of Life?
Madeline Bilis
Jan 26, 2021
Netflix’s “Bling Empire” Has a Shoe Wall That Would Make Carrie Bradshaw Jealous
It stands 10 shelves tall.
Nicoletta Richardson
Jan 25, 2021
The First Dogs Have Their Own Website and Social Media Accounts, and They’re Pawsome
Unlike First Pets of the past, you can keep up with the new crew on their own social media.
Arielle Tschinkel
Jan 25, 2021
7 Celebrities Share Their Go-To Music for Unwinding at Home
This list will give you some new songs to jam out to.
Nicoletta Richardson
Jan 25, 2021
Real Estate Agents Reveal What They Really Think About Flipping Houses
And it's not good.
Chelsea Greenwood
Jan 25, 2021
Mortgage "Points" Are the Money-Saving Trick You Should Know About
They might save you money.
Lauren Wellbank
Jan 24, 2021
The 5 Retro Home Features Buyers Want Preserved, According to Experts
Breeze blocks, anyone?
Sarah Magnuson
Jan 24, 2021
4 Ways to Find a Houseplant-Friendly Home
Here’s how to house hunt with houseplants in mind.
Wendy Helfenbaum
Jan 23, 2021
Christina Hendricks Has Creepy Doll Pottery, and We Have Mixed Feelings
Pieces include a baby doll head planter and a chicken with a human head.
Emma Kershaw
Jan 22, 2021
See How House Flippers Transformed a Smelly Old Kitchen into a Modern Marvel
BEFORE AND AFTER
“It had the worst odor,” recalls flipper Ann Carson.
Chelsea Greenwood
Jan 22, 2021
Kylie Jenner’s Shower Has Weak Water Pressure, and Twitter Has Jokes
NEWS
One Instagram video gives a glimpse of her bathroom, complete with luxurious pink marble walls. But keen-eyed followers noticed one slight problem: the weak water pressure.
Inigo Del Castillo
Jan 21, 2021
Check Out Kate Middleton and Prince William’s Easy Decorating Tip (That Also Frees Up Storage Space)
NEWS
Get this item out of your cabinets and onto your walls.
Arielle Tschinkel
Jan 21, 2021
The Most '90s House You’ve Ever Seen Is for Sale in St. Paul, Minnesota
PROPERTY CRUSH
Prepare to be transported back in time.
Madeline Bilis
Jan 21, 2021
3 Freelancers Share How They Got Approved for Mortgages, Even Without 9-to-5s
Here's what to know.
Mariette Williams
Jan 21, 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 One Thing You Should Know About Biden's Tax Credit for First-Time Homebuyers
A first-time buyer tax credit is a key part of President Joe Biden’s $640 billion housing and is intended to increase homeownership by helping new buyers shore up a down payment.
Brittany Anas
Jan 20, 2021
5 Things That Pessimistic Homebuyers Get Distracted by at Open Houses
Sometimes it's worth it to overlook stuff.
Terri Williams
Jan 19, 2021
11 Little Ways to Ensure a Home Gym Increases Your Property's Value
Putting your place on the market this year? Here's what to know.
Wendy Helfenbaum
Jan 19, 2021
This Amazon House Kit Would Make A Perfect WFH Office — And It’s Less Than $8K
Yes, please.
Grace Cassidy
Jan 18, 2021
The Wackiest Real Estate Listings Are Now In Your Instagram Feed
One Instagram account is compiling the best of the best of what’s out there on Zillow, and it’s bringing all the real estate strangeness right to your social media feeds.
Arielle Tschinkel
Jan 18, 2021
3 Is the Magic Number When It Comes to Buying a House. Here's Why
The oft-repeated number makes remembering these home buying tips a cinch.
Lauren Wellbank
Jan 18, 2021
7 (Typically) Expensive U.S. Cities Where Rents Have Plummeted
Always wanted to live in a big city? Now’s your chance.
Sarah Kuta
Jan 17, 2021
5 Things Property Managers Wish People Knew About Rental Bathrooms
They have a few pet peeves.
Sarah Kuta
Jan 17, 2021
Is It Worth It to Hire Movers?
Here's how to decide.
Sara Freund
Jan 16, 2021
The Housing Crisis for Students Was Bad Before COVID—and It's Only Getting Worse
Some college students are balancing studying and survival, and resources are scarce.
Rainesford Stauffer
Jan 15, 2021
4 Laid-Back Cities in the South You Should Consider Moving To
Warmer climes are calling.
Terri Williams
Jan 15, 2021
You Need to Peek Inside This Adorable Mission-Style Cottage for Sale in San Dieg
PROPERTY CRUSH
It has a landscaped backyard with fruit trees.
Madeline Bilis
Jan 14, 2021
The ’90s Trends That Real Estate Agents Actually Love Seeing
Mauve accents and four-poster beds are back.
Sarah Magnuson
Jan 14, 2021
3 Overdone Kitchen Cabinet Trends One Real Estate Agent Is Tired of Seeing
She says intricate millwork is out.
Grace Cassidy
Jan 13, 2021
6 Things Making Your Bathroom Feel So Much Smaller
According to a very wise home stager.
Antonia DeBianchi
Jan 13, 2021
So You Want to Buy a House in 2021? Here Are 6 Things to Know First
Plus tips from experts to help you navigate this one-of-a-kind market.
Brittany Anas
Jan 12, 2021
See How a Home Stager Turned an Office Nook into a Big, Dreamy Bedroom
BEFORE AND AFTER
She staged something of a switcharoo.
Chelsea Greenwood
Jan 11, 2021
Marie Kondo's Sustainable Collection with The Container Store Is Here
Joy-sparking storage solutions ahead.
Nicoletta Richardson
Jan 11, 2021
The $7 Cleaning Secret Weapon Two Real Estate Agents Swear By
They call it “the white sponge of love.”
Grace Cassidy
Jan 11, 2021
This 3D Printed House is Inspired By the Fibonacci Sequence
Peek inside the Fibonacci House.
Jessica Wang
Jan 10, 2021
3 Living Room Accessories Home Stagers Say You Should Always Buy Used
Secondhand stores are a home stager's best friend.
Tierra Smith
Jan 10, 2021
Home Stagers Pick 6 Items That Will Upgrade Your Closet for Less Than $5
Try out one of these affordable closet staples.
Antonia DeBianchi
Jan 10, 2021
The Free Thing Home Stagers Do to Make Your Bedside Table Look Nicer
It's easy, too.
Antonia DeBianchi
Jan 7, 2021
The Problem with Rental Kitchens That No One Talks About
According to a property manager.
Sarah Kuta
Jan 6, 2021
We Gave a Professional Home Stager $30—Here's What She Bought at Family Dollar
From vases to towels.
Chelsea Greenwood
Jan 6, 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
Steal These 7 Tricks That Home Stagers Use in Their Own Homes
A potted plant to mask unsightly cords? Genius.
Wendy Helfenbaum
Jan 5, 2021
The One Thing Real Estate Agents Wish You'd Do Before Buying a New Appliance
Read this before springing for a brand-new fridge.
Ashley Abramson
Jan 4, 2021
4 Reasons You May Not Want a Gas Oven, According to Real Estate Experts
There are some potential drawbacks.
Kate Streit
Jan 4, 2021
The One Thing Renters Should Always Look for in an Apartment
According to a tenant lawyer.
Sarah Kuta
Jan 3, 2021
This Prefab Cabin Is Like Three Houses In One
To glamp or not to glamp, that is the question.
Lydia Mack
Jan 2, 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 One Question You Need to Ask Yourself Before Buying a House
It'll help make your decision so much easier.
Sarah Kuta
Jan 1, 2021
The Pros and Cons of Using Plastic Moving Boxes
Here's why you might want to opt for them over cardboard—or not.
Grace Cassidy
Dec 31, 2020
HGTV Star Egypt Sherrod on Flipping Homes—and the Best Advice She's Received
Here's what she wants you to know.
Mariette Williams
Dec 29, 2020
The 11 Prettiest Home Listings We Saw in 2020
PROPERTY CRUSH
Which one's your favorite?
Madeline Bilis
Dec 28, 2020
19 Free Homebuying Education Resources You Need to Bookmark
There's a whole lot for prospective homeowners to become familiar with.
Sarah Kuta
Dec 27, 2020
Your Questions About the Basics of Mobile Homes, Answered
Here's what you need to know about moveable houses.
Jennifer Billock
Dec 26, 2020