It’s Not Too Late to Say Sorry For Not Buying Justin Bieber’s Old House
Could it be ours someday? In Bieber’s own words, “Never Say Never."
Aug 15, 2019
Josh Hutcherson’s Mid-Century Home Is Gorgeous and We Volunteer as Tribute
This isn’t just any Los Angeles celebrity bachelor pad—its keys have passed through enough famous hands to be considered Hollywood royalty.
Aug 14, 2019
The Trendy Renovation That Made My Home Search Almost Impossible
When buying a home, you don't really get to decide your must-haves: The market does.
Aug 14, 2019
Look Inside: This Funky $230K Houston Condo Used to Be an Industrial Warehouse
This one bed, one bath home clocks in at nearly 1,000 square feet.
Aug 14, 2019
Someone Asked Twitter for Terrible Design Photos and, Boy, Did They Come Through
"Hmm yes, design is about putting your bathtub as close to a microwave as possible"—said no one ever.
Aug 14, 2019
The One Thing Millennials Haven't Killed? The Ranch-Style House
While ranch homes may call to mind cookie-cutter suburban developments, the core of its design is proving to have a timeless appeal to young, working families—even if it's not what they first had in mind.
Aug 13, 2019
Don’t Let Chip and Jo Near This Untouched 1958 Waco House—Its Turquoise Kitchen Is Perfect As-Is
This stunning mid-century home just landed on the market, and it’s a beautifully-preserved three-bed, two-and-a-half bath house that’ll have any modern design enthusiast grabbing a flight to Texas before you can say “Eames chair.”
Aug 13, 2019
This Is How Much It Costs to Move Out of Your Parent's House
Yeesh! With a price this high, no wonder college graduates are delaying move-in day.
Aug 11, 2019
You Could Win a Stay at the “Brady Bunch” House in its Original ‘70s Glory
Here's the story ... of a Very Brady Contest.
Aug 10, 2019
Zayn Malik’s NYC Penthouse Just Hit The Market for $11M
If you have $11 million lying around and are in the market for a penthouse in New York City, look no further than Zayn Malik's sprawling SoHo condo that just hit the market. And if you don't (like the rest of us), you can still peek into Malik's home and see some drool-worthy inspo.
Aug 9, 2019
Someone’s a ‘Sucker’ for Nick Jonas’ Beverly Hills Bachelor Pad
Though it’s a recent build, the home embraces mid-century modern style, while possessing all the modern amenities any bona fide music star like Jonas could desire.
Aug 8, 2019
The Trader Joe's Effect: Why It Pays to Live Near TJ's
While you may think your proximity to cauliflower gnocchi and Candy Cane Joe Joe’s is draining your bank account, a new analysis says it may actually be making you money if you own a house.
Aug 8, 2019
Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen List Their Massachusetts Home for $39.5 Million
The sprawling five-bed, five-and-a-half bath estate the beloved New England Patriots quarterback shares with his wife, supermodel/entrepreneur Gisele Bundchen, is officially on the market.
Aug 7, 2019
This House from "I Love You Man" Just Hit the Market for $2.2M
Imagine waking up and joining your brahs in the famous garage to slap da bass—just like Paul Rudd and Jason Segel do in the film.
Aug 7, 2019
Meghan Markle’s Former Los Angeles Home Is for Sale for $1.8M
With nearly 100 years of history, it comes with a lot more than a famous former resident, too.
Aug 7, 2019
7 Homes Every Book Lover Will Want to Check Out, No Library Card Required
And though beautiful built-ins are becoming rarer to find in newly-built homes, there is no dearth of older homes that are tailor-made for bibliophiles on the market.
Aug 7, 2019
Matthew Perry’s LA Penthouse Just Hit the Market for $35 Million
Let’s just say you could multiply Chandler Bing and Joe Tribbiani’s apartment times ten, and it would still fit in there.
Aug 6, 2019
The 10 Neighborhoods in the U.S. to Know Before All Your Friends Move There
Of the 10 ZIP codes on the list, five are appearing on the list for the first time.
Aug 6, 2019
There’s a Replica of Disney’s “Up” House and We’ll Happily Float Away in It
The Disney film “Up!” is an emotional roller coaster, to say the least. Well, if you're a fan of the movie, get ready to cry all over again: there's a replica of the multicolored home out there that was recently trending on Reddit.
Aug 5, 2019
This Tiny House Meets Coffee Shop Is Cool Beans
What happens when a tiny home company and a coffee shop owner join forces? It results in some caffeine-infused, architectural magic. Greenville, South Carolina design company Olive Nest Tiny Homes decided to link up with a local coffee shop owner Andrew Carter of Barista Alley to create a 500-square-foot coffee shop named Barista Tiny.
Aug 5, 2019
This Kitten Airbnb Is a Cat Lover’s Dream Come True
Best. Amenity. Ever.
Aug 4, 2019
This New App Lets You Rent Your Neighbor's Pool, Starting at $30/Hour
Rates and availability vary by location, but even in New York City, there are pools available starting at $50 an hour.
Aug 3, 2019
The 7 Best NYC Subway Apps, According to Seasoned New Yorkers
Because who better to ask than those who've lived with the MTA's failings the longest?
Aug 2, 2019
This Charming 323 Square-Foot Tiny House Has Its Own Greenhouse Attached
If this was our place, you could find us on the porch swing more often than not.
Aug 2, 2019
Halsey’s New Mid-Century Home Is More Dream Than Nightmare
Halsey has a new home, and we’re guessing it’s a little bit nicer than where you hung your hat as a 24 years old. The newly rainbow-haired songstress just snagged a four-bed, two-and-a-half bath spread in the sun-drenched San Fernando Valley town of Sherman Oaks.
Aug 2, 2019
I've Lived in 25 Small Apartments—The Best Ones Had These 4 Things in Common
One temporary sublet led to another... then another... then another.
Aug 2, 2019
The 7 Warning Signs Renters Always Miss In Their Lease
Before you sign a lease, you need to do your due diligence. Two attorneys with real estate and tenant law experience share their insights about red flags to clear before signing.
Aug 1, 2019
The One Question First-Time Homebuyers Don’t Ask Anymore
You have questions about what is probably the biggest purchase of your life, and your real estate team should be on standby with answers. But experts say that over the years, one common question has surprisingly gone by the wayside.
Jul 31, 2019
3 Reasons You'll Hate Living With an Open Floor Plan
The walls were there for a reason!
Jul 30, 2019
This Connecticut House from Season 10 of ‘Property Brothers’ Is for Sale
During the show’s 10th season, twin renovators extraordinaire Drew and Jonathan Scott worked their magic on Dave and Lizzy Jensen’s Connecticut ranch-style house, and now the revamped residence is on the market with a $1,039,000 million asking price.
Jul 30, 2019
Look Inside: This $2.3M Hillside Home Has an Wow-Worthy Floating Staircase
At first glance, you’d swear this Santa Rosa property was a legit art museum.
Jul 29, 2019
Real Estate Agents Say This Is The Ideal Studio Apartment Layout
It can almost pass as a one-bedroom.
Jul 28, 2019
You Can Rent Bella Swan’s House from “Twilight” on Airbnb
It’s the ultimate “Twilight” fan experience.
Jul 27, 2019
We Have Nothing But Respect For Aretha Franklin’s Former Home for Sale
The singer’s iconic red piano is the centerpiece of the great room.
Jul 26, 2019
They'll Never Tell You, But Real Estate Agents Are Tired of These 5 Questions
While they love being your trusty “phone-a-friend” during your home shopping (or selling) experience—they really, really do—there are some questions that get, shall we say, a little tedious.
Jul 26, 2019
The 3 Living Room Trends Experts Love Are Also Surprisingly Low-Key
While finding that perfect style that falls somewhere in between model home and cluttered can be a difficult task, a well-appointed living room can pay dividends.
Jul 26, 2019
This Quirky Converted Church Is On Sale for $525K—And It Has an Indoor Swing!
It's perfect for those looking for a weekend escape from a demanding life, a haven for entertaining or celebration, or anyone who loves a simply divine home (in all senses of the word.)
Jul 25, 2019
6 Mistakes Even Real Estate Agents Make When Buying Their First Home
While you may think real estate agents are too clever (and qualified!) to make rookie mistakes in the home-buying process, they're prone to the same excitement that can cloud rationality, too.
Jul 24, 2019
This Stunning 29-Acre Scottish Island Is For Sale
They're entertaining offers over $427,000.
Jul 24, 2019
6 Reasons Floor-to-Ceiling Windows Are Totally Overrated
From complicated cleaning to uncontrollable heat, these architectural wonders may not be all they're cracked up to be.
Jul 23, 2019
This Week on Liz$plaining: Everything You Need to Know About Down Payments
You may have realized that not everyone who wants to own a home does (especially if they're a Millennial). It's not because they can't afford the monthly mortgage payment, it's because there is a barrier to entry for mortgages in the tune of thousands of dollars, a.k.a. that pesky down payment.
Jul 23, 2019
7 Brilliant Tricks Home Stagers Use When They Don't Have Time to Clean
Professional home stagers have an arsenal of cleaning tricks that will leave your home looking sparkling. The best part? You'll only spend minutes—not hours—cleaning.
Jul 20, 2019
Dr. Dre’s Woodland Hills Home Has a Sunken Jacuzzi—Indoors
The iconic rapper/producer/headphones tycoon is selling his Woodland Hills estate for $5.25 million—the most expensive listing in the entire town at the moment.
Jul 18, 2019
The Best 6 No-Fee Apartment Hunting Resources, According to Real New Yorkers
Can't afford to pay a broker fee (or just don't want to?) Here are six solid resources for finding a no-fee apartment in NYC.
Jul 18, 2019
Why You Shouldn't Stress if Your Apartment Isn't 'Perfect' Right Now
The thing that makes the biggest difference between an apartment and a "home" surprisingly isn't just your salary—it's your mentality.
Jul 18, 2019
This $265K Cali Home Lets You Live the Influencer Life & Have Your Avo Toast Too
This adorable, stylish home in Joshua Tree on the market for just $265,000. Yes, that genuinely affordable price tag is no mirage.
Jul 17, 2019
The 5 Dollar Store Products Professional Home Stagers Swear By
Many elements needed for an effective home staging can be found on the cheap (if you know what you're looking for). In fact, many professional stagers frequent Dollar Tree for items to spruce up spaces.
Jul 17, 2019
Look Inside: This $975K L.A. Home Is Packed to the Brim with Character
Scoop this Beachwood Canyon beauty up while it’s hot. The home is hitting the market or the first time in nearly 40 years.
Jul 15, 2019
8 Easy Landscaping Hacks (From Someone Who Really Hates Landscaping)
Though I really just want to ignore the weeds and towering grasses surrounding my home, the reality is that I have to do something with my yard.
Jul 14, 2019
What Most People Get Wrong About Adjustable-Rate Mortgages
Though adjustable-rate mortgages have gotten a bad rap post housing crisis, experts say they can actually make financial sense in certain situations.
Jul 13, 2019
What to Do If Your Home or Community Is Targeted During an ICE Raid
If you are at risk of encountering an ICE raid—or would like to support your community members and neighbors if you encounter one, here is what to do.
Jul 12, 2019
23 of the Greatest (Expert-Approved!) Credit Score Tips of All Time
We went through all the credit score-focused articles we've published in the past year and rounded up the best tips experts have shared with us. Here, the best of the best credit score tips and tricks.
Jul 12, 2019
This Was the Biggest Mistake I Made When Buying My First Home
It seems quite absurd now that this sealed the deal for us, and lead us to close on the biggest single purchase of our lives.
Jul 11, 2019
10 Things to Buy at IKEA If You’re Moving (Or Just Have a Lot of Stuff)
If you're holding off on an IKEA run until after move-in day, you're missing out big time.
Jul 11, 2019
3 Kitchen Counter Styling Ideas Professional Home Stagers Swear By
Whether you’re looking to stage your home to sell or simply want kitchen counters worthy of an Instagram post, professionals have some easy styling moves that will help make your counters become the focal point of your kitchen.
Jul 10, 2019
What Most People Get Wrong About Living in a Penthouse Apartment
Though they're marketed as the end-all, be-all in luxury, penthouse apartments can actually be quite irksome to live in.
Jul 10, 2019
5 Reasons You'll Want to Break Your Lease and Live in a Van
While the glamorous images we see on Instagram can be misleading about the difficulties of living in a van, there truly are many reasons to go for it. Here are mine.
Jul 9, 2019
You Have to See The Wallpaper in This Lush $995K Palm Beach Home's Bathroom
With the offerings of Palm Beach, Florida, on call, this immaculately designed apartment (and its courtyard) make for a dreamy retreat.
Jul 8, 2019
This Inexpensive Curb Appeal Upgrade Is Timeless (and Expert-Approved!)
Whether you’re looking for cost-effective ways to get your house in shape to sell or are just after a refreshed look, these simple additions offer a great return on your investment.
Jul 8, 2019
7 Low-Cost (or Free!) Kitchen Staging Ideas Professionals Swear By
These tips will, yes, sell potential buyers on your kitchen. But, even if your home isn’t on the market, embracing some of these kitchen styling rules will help you create a lovely space for entertaining or providing an Instagram backdrop for those great food photos you’ve been taking.
Jul 7, 2019
The Most Googled Tiny House Questions, Answered by Tiny Home Dwellers
I've corralled eight of the most Googled questions about tiny homes and spoke with real owners, builders, and dwellers for real answers. Here, they clear up some of the uncertainty.
Jul 3, 2019
7 Staging Tips That'll Help Your Bedroom Go From 0 To Zen
Follow these tips, and the master bedroom may just rise to the most coveted staged space on buyers wish list (or, if you have no plans on moving, become your favorite room of the house!)
Jul 5, 2019
Chip and Jo or Property Bros? This Survey Ranks the Top Celebs for a Dream Home Makeover
Porch surveyed over 1,000 people about the top 5 celebrities who they would want to be on their home design “dream team,” and here are the results.
Jul 5, 2019
This Skinny House That’s Just 10 Feet Wide Is for Sale in New York
It has an incredible history.
Jul 4, 2019
In-Ground Pools Are Totally Overrated—Here's Why
Although having a pool in your own backyard provides plenty of perks, it also comes with a slew of (expensive) pitfalls—some of which you might not realize until it’s too late.
Jul 4, 2019
7 Tips for Styling Your Entryway, According to Professional Home Stagers
Whether you're looking to sell your home or just want an impressive entrance, these front entryway ideas will help give off that good “welcome home” vibe.
Jul 3, 2019
What the Word "Modern" Actually Means in a Real Estate Listing
Used liberally by real estate agents, this term does not always mean updated, new, and renovated or evocative of Frank Lloyd Wright or "Mad Men."
Jul 3, 2019
8 Things I Wish I Knew Before Buying a Tiny Home
After a year of researching, we felt prepared to purge our stuff and find a tiny house for our family, but there was a lot that we had to get used to that we didn't expect.
Jul 2, 2019
4 Up-and-Coming Kitchen Cabinet Trends Experts Love to See in Homes
Home builders, remodelers, and designers chime in on what current trends are worth investing in for the rest of this year.
Jul 2, 2019
Pete Wentz Lists His Encino Home, and Thnks fr th Mmrs
If we had to compile a general list of things to do when you attain rock star status, one task would definitely include acquiring and selling at least one extravagant mansion (bonus points for selling it to another celebrity). The latest musician hoping to achieve this luxury lifestyle feat is Fall Out Boy’s Pete Wentz, who recently placed his Encino home on the market. The single-level, gated residence is listed at $2,395,000, which is slightly more than the $1.
Jul 2, 2019
I Wanted to Pay Off My Mortgage Early, Then I Realized This
To me, the math was clear: The longer I paid mortgage payments, the more that house was going to cost.
Jul 2, 2019
Our Newest Series “Liz$plaining” Is Personal Finance for Real People
Finance is boring, but our Real Estate Editor, Liz, sure isn't! In our new series called Liz$plaining, Liz will guide you through all your toughest financial questions.
Jul 2, 2019