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Tree roots grow slowly, which means foundation damage often shows up the same way: slowly, then all at once.
08/30/2026

Tree roots grow slowly, which means foundation damage often shows up the same way: slowly, then all at once.

Big trees add a lot of beauty and shade, but they can also create problems underground if they’re planted too close to your home. This article breaks down how tree roots can affect foundations, what warning signs to watch for, and when it’s time to bring in an expert. If you own an older home or...

Younger buyers are becoming a larger force in luxury real estate, often supported by family wealth and earlier intergene...
08/29/2026

Younger buyers are becoming a larger force in luxury real estate, often supported by family wealth and earlier intergenerational transfers.

The luxury housing market continues to outperform much of the broader U.S. market, supported by affluent buyers who are less sensitive to mortgage rates and economic uncertainty. At the same time, many high-end owners remain reluctant to sell, keeping inventory limited and supporting prices. The art...

The goal before listing isn't to impress buyers with a specific lifestyle. It's to help them picture their own.
08/29/2026

The goal before listing isn't to impress buyers with a specific lifestyle. It's to help them picture their own.

A spare room can serve many purposes while you're living in your home, but when it's time to sell, presenting it as a bedroom often makes the strongest impression. Buyers tend to value flexible spaces they can adapt to their own needs, and clearly defined rooms help them better understand a home's l...

If a kitchen renovation is in the cards for you or you simply want to refresh your space, read on for inspiring expert i...
08/27/2026

If a kitchen renovation is in the cards for you or you simply want to refresh your space, read on for inspiring expert insights.

There are plenty of spaces in homes that are prone to evolving design trends (actually, while we think about it—every type of space experiences trends fading in and out!). But one where we notice trends shifting the most? The kitchen. That's why we've tapped interior designers to share the biggest...

Renovations can add value and personalize a home, but realistic timelines and budgets often make the difference between ...
08/26/2026

Renovations can add value and personalize a home, but realistic timelines and budgets often make the difference between a good project and a stressful one.

Fixer-uppers can be appealing because they often offer more space, a better location, or a lower purchase price than move-in-ready homes. The challenge is knowing what renovations will actually cost once the work begins. This article explores common financial realities that buyers face, from contrac...

If you’re thinking about selling, buyers haven’t disappeared, but they’re being more selective. With fewer bidding above...
08/25/2026

If you’re thinking about selling, buyers haven’t disappeared, but they’re being more selective. With fewer bidding above asking, getting your price right matters even more.

If buying a home has been on your mind, July’s slowdown could work in your favour. Pending sales fell 2.3% as mortgage rates reached their highest levels of 2026, but homes are also sitting longer, fewer buyers are bidding above asking and price cuts tend to become more common later in the summer....

If this has happened to you, understand you’re not alone. Ghosting is an unfortunate yet common issue many homeowners ex...
08/24/2026

If this has happened to you, understand you’re not alone. Ghosting is an unfortunate yet common issue many homeowners experience at some point in time.

“Ghosting is almost never the first thing that goes wrong on a project. It’s usually the last and a result of a communication failure that starts long before the silence does,” explains Michael Gerstle, partner at Gerstle Snelson, LLP, a construction law firm in Dallas.

Even celebrity real estate can take patience. Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger are making their fifth attempt in...
08/23/2026

Even celebrity real estate can take patience. Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger are making their fifth attempt in three years to sell their Pacific Palisades mansion.

Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger are giving their Pacific Palisades mansion another shot at finding a buyer. The six-bedroom, 13,000-square-foot home is back on the market for $19.99 million, marking its fifth listing since it first debuted at $32 million in 2023. With amenities including a....

Organic Materials: Tiles made from stone, clay, or terracotta add subtle earthy tones and texture, moving away from plai...
08/20/2026

Organic Materials: Tiles made from stone, clay, or terracotta add subtle earthy tones and texture, moving away from plain white subway tiles.

If you have the spring urge to redecorate your bathroom, the tiles on the floor or walls are a good place to start. White subway tiles can never be truly outdated — it'd be like saying that water is going out of style. They aren't bad, they're just a bit plain. Overall, home decor trends have been...

If selling is somewhere in your future, a few everyday issues around your home could make a bigger impression on buyers ...
08/19/2026

If selling is somewhere in your future, a few everyday issues around your home could make a bigger impression on buyers than you might expect.

Sometimes it’s the everyday things around a home that are easiest to overlook. This list highlights 10 issues that could make your property less appealing to future buyers or potentially affect how they perceive its value. The good news is that paying attention to maintenance, presentation and the...

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