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Along with so many others across the U.S., the pandemic shook my family up to the point that we realized we needed to make a big change. In our case, the change was moving — which meant saying goodbye to the home I thought I’d raise my family in. The emotional upheaval was intense, but eventually, […]

Before you begin, think about spaces that have made you feel calmed and how they were arranged. Shalae Price, a professional organizer, gives hotel rooms as an example, “Most hotel rooms are designed to feel much bigger than they actually are. The furniture placement is well thought-out and the decor (in most cases) would be considered […]

There’s no doubt that buying a home is a major life decision, but is it right for you? Of course, there’s no single correct answer, as there are pros and cons to both renting and buying. A major factor in anyone’s decision-making process, though, is one’s personal finances. In most cases, renting seems to be the more affordable […]

The Federal Reserve is one of many influences on mortgage rates, along with inflation, economic growth and other elements. The Federal Reserve doesn’t set mortgage rates, but it does affect mortgage rates indirectly. Mortgage rates are determined by many elements, including the inflation rate, the pace of job creation, and whether the economy is growing […]

After another turbulent year where we have spent more time at home, many of us have found solace in the world of interior design. Whether you’ve worked on a new DIY project, re-arranged your space to make room for a home office or have spent hours taking design inspiration from social media, interior design has […]

Higher prices are almost everywhere. Americans are paying more these days for products like food and gasoline, thanks to rising inflation. Of course, this rising inflation will also impact the cost of buying a new home. “With inflation rising so aggressively and the fact that people’s salaries and weekly income are not rising at the same […]

It’s human nature for folks to want to sneak a peek at their neighbor’s open house—even if they’re not truly home seekers looking to buy. Trust us, stopping by to grab a cookie and gawk is something we’ve all done (or at least thought about doing). Casual lookers can wander in without so much as leaving their name, […]

Key Takeaways: Many of the dynamics seen in 2021 will carry through into next year’s housing market, but at a much less frenzied pace. As remote work becomes a more permanent, widespread option, Millennials are taking advantage and entering the real estate market. We’re ready for another seller’s market. Like last year, there isn’t time […]

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (KSTU) – Spreading Christmas cheer in a Utah neighborhood: That was the goal for a woman who turned her home into a “gingerbread house.” Giant gumdrops, peppermint swirls, candy canes, a fudge-striped cookie, even a gingerbread man adorn the home of Virginia Hoffman. “It’s all homemade, and it’s all been kind […]

This year’s housing market has been high-stakes. Prices skyrocketed, bidding wars were rampant and, thanks to remote work, demand was strong in virtually every market across the U.S. It was a challenging landscape for buyers, to say the least. But just as the weather has started to cool (a welcome reprieve here in Texas), it […]