Homeownership rate reaches highest level in three years

Homeownership rate reaches highest level in three years

The national homeownership rate reached its highest level since the fourth quarter of 2014, increasing slightly in the last quarter of 2017, according to the Quarterly Residential Vacancies and Homeownership report from the U.S. Census Bureau. The homeownership...

What NOT to Do When Remodeling Bathrooms

While a bathroom might not be the first room a potential home buyer asks to see, it can make or break the sale. Here are five common mistakes both rookie and seasoned flippers and homeowners make when renovating a bathroom. Mistake 1: Ignoring proper spacing and...
Trulia: Rent prices jumped 3.1% in 2017

Trulia: Rent prices jumped 3.1% in 2017

Does it feel like the rent is too damn high? That’s because, according to Trulia, it is.   Trulia’s latest rental analysis shows median rent increased 3.1% in 2017 with much higher increases experienced in four major metro areas. Comparing 2016...
New home sales finish 2017 at highest level in a decade

New home sales finish 2017 at highest level in a decade

Earlier this week, a report from the National Association of Realtors showed that 2017 was the best year for existing home sales since 2006. As it turns out, existing homes weren’t the only ones selling a recent record level last year. New data from the Census...

Quiz: What Style Is Your Dream Bedroom?

Ahh, the bedroom of your dreams. Will it include fuzzy pillows or homespun quilts? Perhaps it’s covered wall to wall in plush rugs. Or maybe it’s a clutter-free, serene space. Rest assured that this quiz will help you discover your style. What’s Your...