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Traditional cleaning methods often rely on harsh chemicals that can be harmful to you, your family and the planet.

Clean your home without harming the planet by bringing in these 7 expert tips Seven steps to eco-heaven

Sellers with low mortgage rates are holding on to their homes, leaving buyers with scant listings to choose from.

Stop Believin'! 4 Housing Market Myths Hurting Today's Buyers and Sellers Here are the four biggest myths about the housing market currently running rampant, and why experts say they’re just not true.

Real estate crowdfunding has transformed the real estate investing landscape.

4 Best Real Estate Crowdfunding Investment Platforms of September 2024 - NerdWallet See NerdWallet's picks for the best online real estate investing platforms and learn more about this relatively new investment vehicle.

Although inflation slowed to just under 3% in August 2024, it is still higher than the U.S. Federal Reserve is aiming for.

7 Essential Home Updates To Make Now Before Prices Rise in 2025 Although inflation slowed to just under 3% in August 2024, it is still higher than the U.S. Federal Reserve is aiming for. With the U.S. presidential election coming up, and a potential interest rate...

Robots, smart home, and AI combined into one adorable new product.

Oh no, I might actually want LG's infuriatingly adorable AI robot smart home hub Even if it has a bizarrely terrible name

The housing market has yet to heat up this summer, but that may change soon.

Housing Market Predictions For 2024: When Will Home Prices Be Affordable Again? The housing market has yet to heat up this summer, but that may change soon. The mortgage-rate roller coaster ride appears to be over. Recently, rates are behaving more like a water slide, moving downward with occasional plateaus and landing at their lowest levels in 15 months. At the same tim

There’s a home design software that makes DIY projects as easy as playing The Sims.

A Video Game That Uncovers the DIY Potential of Your Home? Well, almost. It’s a CAD software, but it feels more like you’re playing ‘The Sims.’

Practicing sustainable living involves making choices that minimize environmental impact and promote the responsible use of resources.

How to Practice Sustainable Living in 2024 As we move into 2024, the urgency of addressing environmental issues has never been more apparent. Sustainable living is no longer a niche concept but a necessity for ensuring a healthier planet fo…

As with any real estate deal, hiccups can (and do) happen. Here’s how to sell your home fast and keep things running smoothly.

6 Expert Tips To Sell Your Home Fast (and for Top Dollar) Find the right buyer and maximize your profit with these tips for selling your home fast.

As real estate investors contend with high-interest debt and soaring prices, some are turning their attention to often-overlooked metro areas.

Real Estate Executive Says These 5 Markets Are Where Investors Can Get The Highest Returns As real estate investors contend with high-interest debt and soaring prices, some are turning their attention to often-overlooked metro areas in search of higher returns. Nick Gerli, CEO of Reventure Consulting, has identified five markets where investors can potentially find the most attractive cap...

With so many factors that go into the final price tag of your solar panels, knowing exactly where you might incur costs can help you budget.

How Much Do Solar Panels Cost? A Full-Breakdown of Associated Costs and Factors in 2024 Get expert advice on improvements to your home, including design tips, how much you'd expect to pay for a pro and what to ask when hiring experts.

It certainly adds up!

The average American drops $330,000 on rent before becoming a homeowner Hawaii residents can expect to spend more than half a million dollars on housing during the course of 13 years.

Mortgage rates tumbled in August after a weaker jobs report spooked investors.

30-Year Mortgage Rate Falls Again, Now at 6.35% Further declines could encourage more activity from buyers and sellers.

Gemini is a powerful AI tool that Google is leveraging in different ways.

Gemini vs. Assistant: Google's AI Battle for Your Smart Home Google Assistant's smart home prowess is not what it used to be and Gemini is starting to creep in, but I'm not convinced there's a clear path for both.

It's easy to get swept up in the excitement of a new DIY home project and rush the process.

6 Expert Tips to Deal With 'FOMU' (Fear Of Messing Up) While Tackling a DIY Project Home renovation experts give tips on how to save money and overcome the fear of making mistakes during DIY projects.

Modular housing brands have pushed to offer affordable and sustainable solutions.

This Tiny Home Costs Less than $20K Discover The Sedona, a 320 sq. ft. modular home. It’s affordable, energy-efficient, customizable, and perfect for modern, sustainable living.

While the basics of selling a home usually stay the same, the seasons can make a massive difference!

Realtors reveal 6 things you need to know about successfully selling your home in fall Our pros help you understand the fall housing market better to increase your chances of a speedy sale

Investor purchases of U.S. homes rose 3.4% year over year in the second quarter!

Real Estate Investors Returning To Buying Ways As the housing market continues to soften, with mortgage rates easing, price cuts common, and for-sale inventory on the rise, real estate investors are slowly — but surely — returning to their buying ways.

Grown for their often showy blades and flower stalks, ornamental grasses have a different purpose in the landscape than turf grasses.

The 22 Best Ornamental Grasses for Adding Drama to Your Property Increase your home's curb appeal and backyard beauty with any of these hardy, easy-to-grow ornamental grasses.

The monthly payments new buyers will have to pay for their home loans has dropped to its lowest in more than a year.

Mortgage payments just got cheaper for home buyers A decline in rates suggests lower monthly payments.

This the reality people born in hot real estate markets face - Renting VS Leaving.

I Was Priced Out of Buying in My Hometown, But I Decided to Stay as a Renter We were not ready to leave!

The Google Home app is set to receive a significant upgrade with the integration of Gemini, Google's advanced AI platform.

Upgrade Your Smart Home with Gemini AI in the Google Home App Google Home app integrates Gemini AI for smarter camera notifications, improved home automations, and more natural Google Assistant voices. Early access for Nest Aware subscribers. Discover the future of smart homes!

Summon your inner creativity with DIY wall art!

The Unconventional Way I Decorated the Walls of My First Home (It Saved Me Thousands!) I only spent $400 on all of the large-scale drawings.

Built in 1978, the earth-sheltered dwelling’s sustainable architecture was entirely modernized by its current owners.

Earth-Sheltered 'Hobbitat' in Asheville Is an Eco-Friendly Marvel for $1.6M The 1978 home's sustainable architecture was entirely modernized by its current owners, who bought the place four years ago.

Ready to house hunt? It’s a jungle out there!

What Is a Buyer's Agent? A Trusted Guide Who'll Help You Find a Home What is a buyer's agent? A professional who is ready and willing to assist clients at every step of the home-buying process.

Consumers have been catching some relief lately from inflation, or, at least, they’re feeling its pull less acutely.

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Mortgage rates tumbled to a 15-month low this week, prompting a flurry of refinancing activity.

Housing relief? Mortgage rates drop to their lowest level in over a year Mortgage rates fell to 6.47% this week, prompting a flurry of refinancing activity. Rates are still much higher than they were a few years ago, however, leaving many homeowners reluctant to move.

When you’re embarking on a home renovation of any kind, there’s a lot at stake: your creative vision, your finances, your home’s structural integrity, and perhaps your sanity.

The 5 Biggest Home Renovation Mistakes, According to Design Pros Avoid these pitfalls and you’ll enjoy a smooth reno process

See where you area stands in comparison to the rest of the country.

How much are rents going up? See how prices have changed in your area. Rent increases are cooling off. Prices are even falling in some parts of the country. See how rent has changed near you.

For all its benefits, negotiating your smart home features can be complicated, confusing, and occasionally maddening.

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