Few people spend time thinking about air rights – unless they’re in the New York City real estate scene, where developers can pay up to $300 per square foot for space over a low-rise building. Still, every homeowner should have a basic understanding of his...
Has your pet been moping around the house since your kids went back to school? It’s very common for both dogs and cats to suffer from “empty nest syndrome” and feel lonely when the summer vacation is over. During the summer, there is always extra...
Renting a home with other people can be stressful. But with careful planning and clear communication, living with others doesn’t have to lead to passive aggressive Post-it notes and arguments. Whether you’re living with your sibling, your bestie, or your...
It’s always exciting when you have the opportunity to redo a space that already has beautiful bones and a spacious layout. That doesn’t often happen, especially in a kitchen remodel. But with the good comes the bad, and this kitchen renovation is a...
These days, our homes seems to be full of more belongings than ever before. Family photos, memorabilia, and collections of heirlooms, glassware, and LP albums can threaten to take over all your available storage space. To keep these items under control, your...
With their large, central chimneys and weathered wood shingles, classic Cape Cod homes offer plenty of charm. Originating with early settlers in New England, Cape Cod-style homes enjoyed a surge in popularity as starter homes for young families after...
When was the last time your study station or workspace inspired you? For most people, the answer is, “Not recently.” Whether you’re setting up a spot for young scholars to study or prepping an area for your work-from-home days, you can kick...
It’s every home buyer’s worst nightmare: Finding a house within striking distance – of your price range and work- that quickly turns into a money pit. On the flip side of the fixer-upper experience is someone like Jordan Brannon, a director of...
As if summer isn’t crazy enough, the transition to school can make home life even busier and messier. Schedules are a mix of school activities and the last-hurrah-of-summer, and the house is strewn with important school papers and wet beach towels. Here are...
Properly preparing for any move – whether big or small – is essential for a successful, low(er) stress moving experience. Assessing everything in and outside your home that you want to take along – and figuring out exactly how you’ll actually...
