Aug 2, 2017 | Consumer News and Advice
Japandi Style: Embracing Minimalist Beauty and Nature in Home Decor By Victoria Lim Editor’s Note: This was originally published on RISMedia’s blog, Housecall. See what else is cookin’ now at blog.rismedia.com: Reduce Your Stress as a Landlord With These 5 Tips How...
Jul 10, 2017 | Consumer News and Advice
Ask the Expert: What Advice Do You Have for Homebuyers Forgoing a Home Inspection? Share This Post Now! Today’s Ask the Expert column features Dan Steward, president of Pillar To Post Home Inspectors. Q: What advice do you have for those thinking of buying a home...
Apr 11, 2017 | Consumer News and Advice
REALTORS® Answer Call for Greener, Sustainable Homes More homebuyers and sellers are in the market for greener, sustainable homes—and REALTORS® are answering the call. Over half of REALTORS® recently surveyed in the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR)...
Apr 10, 2017 | Consumer News and Advice
Incomes Need to Rise at This Pace to Stay on Track With Rents Rent raised? You’ll need a raise. According to a new analysis by Zillow, the average renter would need his or her income to grow by $168 to keep up with an expected 1 percent rise in rents over the next...
Feb 14, 2017 | Consumer News and Advice, Real Estate, Real Estate News, Trends
Don’t Underestimate Power of Pets Pets are having more of an influence in home buying and selling as well as renovation, a new study by the National Association of REALTORS® shows. Eighty-one percent of Americans say that animal-related considerations play a role when...
Feb 10, 2017 | Consumer News and Advice
‘She Sheds’: Space for Fun, Creativity, Relaxation and Escape (TNS)—Sometimes, you just want to get away. You crave a little personal space—a place you can relax, work, get creative and make a mess without guilt. The best refuge might be waiting in your backyard. That...