By Shannon Ireland The countdown to turkey, stuffing and pumpkin pie has begun. Thanksgiving’s arrival means many of us are scouring the closet for pants with stretchy waistbands so we can prepare to feast. The holiday is all about giving thanks and spending a day with loved ones. But cooking the festive Thanksgiving meal can
If you delight in decorating your home for the season or the holidays, make sure you’re extending that festive feeling to the exterior, too. Specifically, your front porch. It’s the gateway to your home, after all. “[Front porch decor] adds a homey touch,” says Whitney Johnson, the home editor for online retailer jane.com. “It’s really welcoming, and
If you delight in decorating your home for the season or the holidays, make sure you’re extending that festive feeling to the exterior, too. Specifically, your front porch. It’s the gateway to your home, after all. “[Front porch decor] adds a homey touch,” says Whitney Johnson, the home editor for online retailer jane.com. “It’s really welcoming, and
Cash sales ticked up slightly for the second month in a row in August, according to a new report from CoreLogic. Cash sales increased to 31.1% of total home sales in August, up from July’s 29.7%. However, this is still down 1.5 percentage points from last year. Before the housing crisis, cash sales averaged 25%
Home sellers often suggest to their agents that they should take their listings off the market during the winter holidays. Surely nothing happens between now and the end of the year, they ask? It’s best to wait for the spring selling season, right? Perhaps surprisingly, the answer is: not necessarily. Conventional wisdom used to be
Home sellers often suggest to their agents that they should take their listings off the market during the winter holidays. Surely nothing happens between now and the end of the year, they ask? It’s best to wait for the spring selling season, right? Perhaps surprisingly, the answer is: not necessarily. Conventional wisdom used to be
It’s that time of year: Big dinner plans are made, parties are scheduled, and people gather around your table ready to celebrate. Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving dinner or a holiday cocktail party, having a few versatile entertaining pieces is essential. Here’s what you need to make your upcoming soirees simple and stylish. Pitcher For serving
Editor’s note: Whether you’re hosting the whole family for the holidays or just welcoming a solo weekend guest, entertaining at home can be the perfect chance to make happy memories with those you love. With our expert advice, opening your home to friends and relatives will be a snap. Look for home entertaining tips every day this
Does someone in your house – perhaps a young someone – tend to throw open doors with reckless abandon? Or maybe the door just bangs against the wall because you don’t have a good door stop in place. More than likely, this has caused a hole in your wall from the doorknob hitting it. If this
Does someone in your house – perhaps a young someone – tend to throw open doors with reckless abandon? Or maybe the door just bangs against the wall because you don’t have a good door stop in place. More than likely, this has caused a hole in your wall from the doorknob hitting it. If this