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What the Lack of a Real Estate Off Season Means for Buyers, Sellers, and Renters
This year has been unprecedented in so many ways, and the real estate market is no exception.
Lauren Wellbank
Dec 23, 2020
4 Ways to Save Money on Your Mortgage, According to Finance Experts
Here's how to lower your monthly payment.
Lauren Wellbank
Dec 22, 2020
7 Bookshelf Styling Tips You Should Steal from Professional Home Stagers
Take a page from their book.
Antonia DeBianchi
Dec 20, 2020
The 3 Very Best Tips Real Estate Agents Shared With Us This Year
With wisdom relating to making offers, hiring home stagers, and more.
Jennifer Billock
Dec 19, 2020
A Fan Shared His Mariah Carey Christmas Ornament on Twitter—and She Had Thoughts
NEWS
"This is....Not approved."
Arielle Tschinkel
Dec 18, 2020
The Coziest Cottage You’ve Ever Seen Is for Sale in Newport, Rhode Island
You need to peek inside.
Madeline Bilis
Dec 17, 2020
7 Unprecedented Perks Landlords Are Offering to Get People to Sign Leases
A free Peloton bike, anyone?
Brittany Anas
Dec 17, 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
5 Home Staging No-Nos to Avoid At All Costs
Here are some pitfalls to watch out for.
Terri Williams
Dec 16, 2020
4 Home Modifications That Can Expand Your Buyer Pool
From energy-saving features to aging-in-place upgrades.
Terri Williams
Dec 15, 2020
Can I Just Plop a Roof Deck on Top of My House If I Want To?
KEY QUESTIONS
Here's how you might go about that.
Madeline Bilis
Dec 15, 2020
12 New Year’s Resolutions Every Renter Should Have
They're all about the little things.
Jennifer Billock
Dec 15, 2020
These 4 Things Create a "Perfect" Bedroom, According to Real Estate Agents
You deserve a space fit for a queen—not "only enough space for a queen-size bed to fit."
Kate Streit
Dec 14, 2020
5 Helpful Pieces of Homebuying Advice I Got from My Dad and Brother
Their advice has stood the test of time.
Terri Williams
Dec 14, 2020
The Anatomy of an ADU, One of COVID-19’s Most Popular Home Additions
Behold the components of an accessory dwelling unit.
Brittany Anas
Dec 14, 2020
8 Things Real Estate Agents Still Have From Their First Apartments
From appliances to paintings.
Brittany Anas
Dec 13, 2020
Here’s How Much Celebrity Childhood Homes Are Worth Now vs. When They Lived There
From Taylor Swift to Beyoncé to Paul McCartney.
Jessica Wang
Dec 12, 2020
8 Things in Your House You're Probably Calling by the Wrong Name
Can you properly define your floors and ceilings?
Jon Gorey
Dec 11, 2020
6 Words You Won’t Know Until You Buy a House—and What They Mean
Have you heard of these financial terms?
Jennifer Billock
Dec 11, 2020
This Vibrant Victorian Fixer-Upper in Kentucky Is on the Market for $139,000
PROPERTY CRUSH
Care to take on a project?
Madeline Bilis
Dec 10, 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 3 Things That Made Me Want to Sell My House During the Pandemic
I never thought I'd put my home on the market, but COVID made me fall out of love with it.
Emma Diehl
Dec 9, 2020
The Best Places to Donate All Your Unwanted Items
Your local animal shelter wants your old towels.
Jenna Mahoney
Dec 9, 2020
The One Apartment Fee You Probably Don't Need to Pay
Here's how to get it waived.
Antonia DeBianchi
Dec 9, 2020
The 5 Things You Should Be Doing Now If You Want to Be a Homeowner in 2021
Deposit any financial gifts ASAP.
Brittany Anas
Dec 8, 2020
The Must-Have Painting Tools Landlords Swear By
These pros do a lot of touch-ups.
Lauren Wellbank
Dec 8, 2020
Chip and Joanna Gaines Released a Preview Trailer for Magnolia Network
NEWS
And the pair also dropped the news that audiences can stream an “exclusive preview” months ahead of Magnolia Network’s debut.
Olivia Harvey
Dec 7, 2020
4 Completely Free Things Home Stagers Do to Make Your Closet Look Nicer
You can lend the illusion of space without buying anything.
Zakiya Kassam
Dec 7, 2020
8 Items Home Stagers Say Will Upgrade Your Living Room for Less Than $5
Including some free accessories you can find on a nature walk.
Antonia DeBianchi
Dec 6, 2020
Why Real Estate Agents Dread Seeing White Kitchen Cabinets
They're tired of seeing them over and over again.
Lauren Wellbank
Dec 6, 2020
What Is a Colonial-Style House?
Here's how to identify one.
Sara Freund
Dec 5, 2020
25 of the Best Tiny Houses, RVs, Boats, & More Alternative Homes Seen This Year
We toured A LOT of "alternative" homes in 2020, and each one of them is inspiring, drool-worthy, and packed with small-space maximizing ideas.
Adrienne Breaux
Dec 4, 2020
The Very First Thing You Should Do After Signing an Apartment Lease
It's quick.
Grace Cassidy
Dec 4, 2020
6 Little Things Home Stagers Do to Make Your House Look Tidier
They're free, too.
Chelsea Greenwood
Dec 4, 2020
9 Celebs Share Their All-Time Favorite Board Games
Did someone say “Game of Thrones” Risk?
Nicoletta Richardson
Dec 4, 2020
I Talked My Landlord Into Replacing My Kitchen Cabinets For Free—Here's How
A housing rights activist breaks down what you need to know about your rights as a tenant.
Ella Cerón
Dec 4, 2020
You Need to Peek Inside This 296-Square-Foot Hideaway for Sale on Cape Cod
It has a little deck with bay views.
Madeline Bilis
Dec 3, 2020
The ’80s Trend That Real Estate Agents Love Seeing
This building material is cool again.
Chelsea Greenwood
Dec 3, 2020
10 Things Making Your Kitchen Feel Way Messier Than It Is
According to real estate agents.
Ashley Abramson
Dec 2, 2020
This Is Why You Should Never Share Photos of Your House Keys
NEWS
There are other ways to announce new homeownership that don’t put your safety at risk.
Olivia Harvey
Dec 1, 2020
Reese Witherspoon Shows Just How Versatile This Seating Option Is
NEWS
Adding a bit more texture to your dining room with wicker can shake things up and add an unexpected twist to a traditional setup.
Olivia Harvey
Dec 1, 2020
The Bedroom in the Basement Has Been My Haven During This Strange Year
LOVE LETTERS TO HOME
Thanks for helping me regain a sense of self that I thought was lost.
Ali Nahdee
Dec 1, 2020
I Spent Hours Turning My Living Room into a Classroom
LOVE LETTERS TO HOME
And it's never looked better.
Megan Braden-Perry
Dec 1, 2020
Now Is the Perfect Time to Write a Love Letter to Your Home
LOVE LETTERS TO HOME
There's so much to thank it for.
Madeline Bilis
Dec 1, 2020
6 Expert-Approved Tips That Will Help You Downsize Before Moving
Before you start packing, you’ll want to start purging.
Sarah Kuta
Nov 28, 2020
The Rise of the Real Estate Influencer—and What to Know About Working With One
It's not just about follower counts.
Zakiya Kassam
Nov 23, 2020
4 House-Hunting Tips an Interior Designer Won’t Tell You for Free
Here's what they look for in a home for sale.
Terri Williams
Nov 23, 2020
The Curious Truth About "Skybridge" Apartments (And Why They're Legendary)
They come few and far between in NYC.
Tim Latterner
Nov 18, 2020
4 Things to Know About Living in a Grain Silo House
According to someone who built one.
Jennifer Billock
Nov 20, 2020
Ariana Grande Is Launching An Animal Rescue in Los Angeles
NEWS
Applications are already open for those looking to add a furry friend to their families.
Arielle Tschinkel
Nov 20, 2020
Florida Rooms, Hall Trees, and Other Southern Home Terms You Might Not Know
Ever heard of a joggling board?
Marshall Bright
Nov 20, 2020
You Need to Peek Inside This Houston Loft for Sale
PROPERTY CRUSH
Each bedroom has its own bathroom.
Madeline Bilis
Nov 19, 2020
This Everyday Object Is the Most Useful Gift I’ve Ever Received
It's a perfect gift for a new renter or homeowner.
Madeline Bilis
Nov 18, 2020
6 Things Our Real Estate Editor Didn’t Expect to Learn in a Homebuyer Class
There's a lot to know about mortgage loans, closing costs, escrow, and all that jazz.
Madeline Bilis
Nov 18, 2020
5 Easy Things You Should Take Care of One Month Before Selling Your House
Mind your lightbulbs.
Terri Williams
Nov 17, 2020
The 6 Most Dog-Friendly Cities in the U.S., According to a Dog Expert
Here's where you and your pup should move to.
Sassafras Patterdale
Nov 13, 2020
8 NYC Residents Describe the Worst Apartments They've Ever Rented
Buckle up for these horror stories.
Grace Stetson
Nov 13, 2020
4 Unexpected Home Additions Buyers Want Right Now, Aside from Home Offices
According to real estate experts.
Terri Williams
Nov 15, 2020
2 Major Reasons I Turned Down the Opportunity to Own My Childhood Home
And became a renter instead.
Karen Morales
Nov 15, 2020
Carpet vs. Hardwood: What's the Better Option?
Here are the pros and cons of each.
Sarah Kuta
Nov 14, 2020
Steve from “Blue’s Clues” Is Selling His Stunning Williamsburg Home
And it has a dreamy courtyard.
Brittany Anas
Nov 13, 2020
5 Under-the-Radar Cities to Buy a Cheap House
With median home prices well under $250,000.
Mariette Williams
Nov 13, 2020
You Can Now Book the ‘Bachelor’ Mansion on Airbnb for $6,000 a night
The rent may be high, but love is priceless.
Nicoletta Richardson
Nov 13, 2020
A Real Estate Agent's "85 Percent Rule" Will Help You Decide Which House to Buy
It's pretty simple.
Brittany Anas
Nov 13, 2020
Peek Inside Alan Rickman’s New York City Pied-a-Terre for Sale
“He had impeccable taste and a keen sense of design which is reflected in the apartment's renovation."
Megan Johnson
Nov 12, 2020
This House Has Black Shingles, a Red Front Door, and So Much History
PROPERTY CRUSH
It's tucked away in Marblehead, Massachusetts.
Madeline Bilis
Nov 12, 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
The Secret Weapon One Home Stager Says You Need to Put Up Before an Open House
It's all too clear.
Chelsea Greenwood
Nov 11, 2020
How Do I Tell My Neighbor She's Ruining My Driveway?
KEY QUESTIONS
Her stone wall is depositing debris every time it rains.
Madeline Bilis
Nov 10, 2020
A Home Stager Brought This Tiny Kitchen “Trapped in the ‘80s” to the Present
BEFORE AND AFTER
See how she did it.
Chelsea Greenwood
Nov 10, 2020
My Mom Bought a House for the First Time at 60—Here’s Her One Piece of Advice
"At times I think, ‘You silly woman. You’re going to be dead before you pay it off.'"
Jamie Birdwell-Branson
Nov 8, 2020
The 23 Best Apartment-Finding Tips of All Time
From the experts.
Jennifer Billock
Nov 8, 2020