Oct 19, 2023 | Real Estate, Trends
By Karli Mullane Oct 19, 2023 (Photo taken by Jennifer Gilson, The Gilson Team) My husband has a habit of pausing TV shows right in the middle of the action to point out things about the background. “See those inset cabinets? That’s what I want one day,” he’ll...
Oct 18, 2023 | Real Estate, Trends
By Sally Jones Oct 12, 2023 (Getty Images) When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, no one was prepared for how working from home would affect our lives—and stretch our living spaces. Suddenly, every humble abode had to squeeze in one or even two workspaces and maybe even...
Oct 17, 2023 | Consumer News and Advice, Real Estate
By Aarthi Swaminathan Oct 17, 2023 (Getty Images) PHILADELPHIA—A new federal housing policy will make it easier for some home buyers to qualify for a mortgage by allowing them to include rental income from accessory dwelling units as part of their application....
Oct 12, 2023 | Consumer News and Advice, Home Buying 101, Real Estate
By Lisa Kaplan Gordon Oct 10, 2023 (Jason Ganser/iStock) Homeowners can often take the roof over their heads for granted. As long as your roof keeps the rain from getting in and doesn’t leak, it might be tempting to not pay it much attention. Well,...
Oct 11, 2023 | Consumer News and Advice, Home Buying 101, Real Estate, Real Estate Finance
By Lisa Marie Conklin Oct 2, 2023 (Getty Images) Finally! You made it to retirement. And can now enjoy the perks of freedom, which may include moving closer to the kids, escaping to warmer climes, or downsizing. And if you’re looking to buy a house, you...