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Don’t underestimate the power of a well-styled bed when you’re hosting an open house or having photographs taken for an online listing. “When a bedroom looks tidy, inviting, and thoughtfully put together, it immediately gives the impression that the home is well cared for,” says RealtorⓇ Rachel Stringer. But what’s the best way to makeRead …
Thinking about buying a home, but not sure how to afford it? Welcome to the Down Payment Diaries, where real people spill about how they saved and splurged on their path to homeownership. If you’d like to submit your own Down Payment Diary, please fill out the form here. Today, two conservation biologists share howRead …
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Beloved for their timeless charm, Craftsman homes are in high demand these days, thanks to their distinctive character and sense of history. Their authentic design and meticulous craftsmanship give them an unmistakable warmth and personality that buyers love. In turn, savvy sellers can turn that widespread appeal into a higher listing price. In fact, ifRead …
The Craftsman Home Boom: Why Sellers Are Seeing Major Gains Read More »
Tropical Storm Melissa is gaining strength, threatening to evolve into a slow-moving hurricane capable of unleashing torrential rain and destructive winds across the Caribbean and potentially the U.S. As of late Tuesday morning, the National Hurricane Center confirmed Melissa’s upgrade from a tropical rainstorm, reporting sustained winds near 50 mph and a westward movement atRead …
Tropical Storm Melissa Tracker: Storm’s Path Headed Toward FL Homeowners Read More »
The Federal Reserve is widely expected to lower interest rates by a quarter of a percentage point when policymakers meet next week, but concerns are mounting over the lack of reliable employment figures. Since the start of the federal government shutdown three weeks ago, the central bank has been cut off from vital economic dataRead …
Luxury living is being taken to new heights. Penthouse properties in New York City are becoming a big draw for buyers looking for a slice of the sky. “A New York penthouse is a dream captured in movies, magazines and media,” Donna Olshan, president and owner of Olshan Realty, tells Realtor.com®. At least seven condominiumsRead …
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After a long stretch of adjustment, Florida’s housing market appears to be finding its footing. With buyer demand improving and stability returning to prices, the outlook is looking brighter heading into fall. Florida Realtors® Chief Economist Dr. Brad O’Connor breaks…
The center of the country music scene, Nashville, TN, continues to serve up Southern hospitality. It’s a hot spot for people to live and visit, but the Music City has been on the map for some time—and the party hasn’t stopped. “Tennessee as a whole became an attractive destination for many, offering a lower-cost alternativeRead …
Tennessee’s Tax Perks and High Demand Fuel Nashville’s Luxury Condo Craze Read More »
HGTV star Christina Haack has once again assailed ex-husband Josh Hall and branded his response to her opening up about their tumultuous marriage “not exactly masculine.” The 42-year-old “Flip Off” star —who split from Hall, 44, in July 2024—shared her true thoughts on him after Hall allegedly branded her a “liar” in his Instagram Story.Read …
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers has warned that growing federal deficits could lead to a dramatic spike in mortgage rates, unless productivity gains from artificial intelligence boost government revenues. Summers, who served as Treasury secretary in the Clinton administration and was a top economic adviser in the Obama administration, laid out two possible scenarios inRead …
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