With record high temperatures all over the country this summer, people are trying everything to keep cool. Whether your water activities are focused on backyard pool barbecues, picnics on the beach, or time spent on a boat, chances are that the family dog will be...
Buying a home can be confusing and emotional, especially for first-timers. It’s a huge expenditure – the largest many folks will make in their lifetime. There’s a lot of information to review and plenty of documents to sign. And, at times, it’s...
There are so many things to consider when searching for your dream home: location, size, school district, number of bedrooms – the list goes on. One question you may forget to ask yourself is “What kind of bugs and pests will I have to deal with?”...
Subway tiles – the white 3-by-6-inch ceramic rectangles we’ve grown so fond of over the years – are now a staple in bathroom design. Classic and simple, subway tile is an affordable choice that continues its legacy of making well-loved...
Good economic news isn’t always good for mortgage rates. A stark reminder of this came Friday, August 5 when new data showed that the U.S. economy added 255,000 non-farm jobs in July, blowing out consensus forecasts of just 180,000, and immediately sending rates...
The share of older renters has risen substantially over the past decade, with households aged 55 and over contributing 42 percent of renter household growth, according to a 2015 report by the Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University. That rate is...
In today’s market, many buyers forego fixer-uppers for move-in ready homes. As a result, significant opportunities abound in prime locations as homes that need work linger on the market. In competitive markets, savvy consumers gravitate toward these homes...
Renting a home can often get a bad rap. It’s true that some aspects of being a renter are less than glamorous. The quirks of renting can range from 1980s burgundy carpet to a neighbor who loves to practice the trombone every evening for three...
The era of “Mad Men” has come and gone, but the love of all things retro is here to stay. Not only are vintage pieces a fantastic way to recharge a space, but they can even save you a few pennies. Here are our favorite ways to add a retro touch...
Planning to leave the workplace sometime in the next five to 10 years? Buying your retirement home now can pay off big in the long term, particularly if you’re going to get a mortgage. By making your move ASAP, you’ll be able to capitalize on today’s...
