Ten years. That’s the average amount of time a homeowner stays in a house before a sale, according to the National Association of Realtors®.
Think that sounds shockingly short? Or way too long? The fact is, people's reasons for selling th...
When you decide it's time to put down roots and become a homeowner, you may wonder: Does it cost less per square foot to buy or build your own house? Unless you're rolling in money, you'll probably want to weigh the pros and cons of new versus...
The idea of moving can sound like a great adventure, but for most people, the actual process of moving is a giant headache, or much worse. In fact, a lot of people equate it to some of life's biggest annoyances.
In a recent Comcast Xfinit...
Buy now to save on the outdoor wares you’ll need next spring.
Want to keep your home looking good while spending less?
Four savvy things to do in August:
#1 Take Advantage of End-of-Season Sales
When back-to-school season stri...
Yep, quartz countertops are a kitchen trend that’s here to stay.
Your kitchen is the one place where you want to be really careful about trendy choices. The last thing you want is a kitchen that’s out of sync in just a few years simply b...
When you’re outdoors, you’re exposed to all kinds of air pollution. But thank goodness, once you come indoors, your home’s air quality is much better, right? Not necessarily. According to the EPA, the concentrations of some pollutants ar...
While oversized islands have been #kitchengoals for years now, this year's kitchen has a new status symbol: the breakfast nook.
A breakfast nook offers an ideal setup for meals (and not just breakfast!) without the pressure and formality of ...
When you list your home, the process can be overwhelming and full of uncertainty. Where do you start? And how much do you really need to do to make sure your house doesn't linger on the market?
Well, consider this your secret formula—str...
What is a homeowners association? If you're buying a condo, townhouse, or free-standing home in a neighborhood with shared common areas and amenities—such as swimming pools, tennis courts, parking garages, or even just the security gates an...
Selling your home these days takes more than just finding an agent and listing it. You’ve got to really sell it. That means impressing buyers the second they walk in the door.
One of the best ways to do this? Home staging, where your h...