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Why Today's Foreclosure Numbers Are Nothing Like 2008Youve likely seen headlines about the number of foreclosures climbing in todays housing market. That may leave you with a few questions, especially if you're thinking about buying a house. Understanding what they really mean is mission-critical...

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Think Twice Before Waiting for Lower Home PricesAs the housing market continues to change, you may be wondering where itll go from here. One factor youre probably thinking about is home prices, which have come down a bit since they peaked last June. And you've likely heard something in the news o...

Best Flowers to Plant for Spring Springtime is here, and it is the time to get out and celebrate nature. One of the best ways to enjoy the season is to bring color and aroma to your yard or garden by planting varieties of early and late-blooming plants. In addition, you promote biodiversity on yo...

5 Reasons Millennials Are Buying HomesIn the United States, there are over 72 million millennials. If you're part of that generation and have thought about buying a home, you aren't alone. According to Zonda, 98% of millennials want to become a homeowner at some point if they aren't already. But ...

Falling out of Love with Your House? It May Be Time To Move. Owning a home means having a place that's solely your own and provides the space, features, and location you and your loved ones need. But what happens when your needs change? If this hits home for you, it may be time to make a move.Acc...

What's the Difference Between a Home Inspection and an Appraisal?If you're planning to buy a home, an inspection is an important step in the process. It assesses the condition of the home before you finalize the transaction. Its also a different step in the process from an appraisal, which is a p...

Homebuyer Activity Shows Signs of Warming Up for Spring The spring season appears to be warming up in housing as more and more buyers enter the market. And after rising mortgage rates sidelined so many buyers last year, that's a good sign for sellers. Realtor.com has the latest: Spring is officia...

What’s New in Interior Design and FurnitureAre you looking for new ways to design your home’s interior, such as updating furniture? It’s fun to refresh your home with the latest design trends. Whether you are looking for a new color palette, a change in fabrics, or a whole new décor, here are som...

The Big Advantage If You Sell This SpringThinking about selling your house? If youve been waiting for the right time, it could be now while the supply of homes for sale is so low. HousingWire shares:. . . the big question is whether we are finally starting to see the seasonal spring increase in i...