You hear it on the news all the time: "It's a buyer's market," "It's a seller's market," or "The housing market is on the rebound." And while you probably get the gist of what these folks are talking about, having a deeper understanding of the housing market and how it…

The original American Dream will always be to own a home, but there's a variation on that standard for 2018: the dream of owning your own vacation home. Platforms like Airbnb and VRBO.com revolutionized the world of vacation rentals, giving everyday homeowners an easy and…

After a long, hot summer, autumn has finally arrived, and winter is just around the corner! Many homeowners wait until the cold weather hits to start preparing their homes for the season, but if you take some time now to winterize your home, you'll be able to avoid any…

There weren’t many nice things to emerge from the coronavirus pandemic, but one thing we can appreciate is the increase in remote work. More and more employers realize that you don’t need to rent commercial business space to have a productive workforce!

When you move into a new house or apartment, you'll want to clean it. This is especially important if you're moving into a place that's been lived in before. Even if it looks clean, there could be dust, dirt, and other allergens lurking in the nooks and crannies. A deep…

Today, more than ever in human history, some things can be done to make our homes feel safe and secure. But with all the time we spend indoors looking at screens instead of making connections with neighbors, it also makes sense that many homeowners today feel less safe and…

For both buyers and sellers, home inspection is one of the most stressful components of a home transaction. Everyone is nervous about what the inspector might find; understandably so; there’s a lot of money involved!

You may be renting your current home and have an eye on purchasing in the near or distant future. The good news is that with some effort, you can grow your savings account for when it's time to buy! In this article, we prepared for you 10 steps that will help you start…

Hiring a real estate agent can be daunting if you’ve never done it before, but here’s the good news: You probably already know what you want—you just haven’t articulated it to yourself or to an agent.

Make your house the star of its show! The exterior is like a book cover, setting up what's inside. And whether you want to sell or just make some improvements for your enjoyment - adding curb appeal will often be an easy way that suits both needs well (and boosts property…

The best part about these DIY home projects is that they don’t require any special skills or knowledge. Whether you’re looking to update your furniture, add some color to your walls, or just want to try something new, these projects are perfect for anyone who…

Mortgage rates are one of those numbers that most people don’t pay any attention to unless they happen to be trying to get a mortgage—a loan to buy a house. Then, mortgage rates become pretty critical!