5 tips to secure a successful short sale Short sales have become the only way out for some sellers who owe more on their mortgages than their houses are worth. For struggling borrowers, it's a chance to avoid foreclosure. (bankrate.com) > Read More
Fix it or not? What to ask when prepping your home for sale. When you make the decision to sell your home, it can be tricky to know which changes would make your home sell more quickly or boost the sale price - and which would just be a waste of your time and resources. Learn how to decide whether a repair is worth making before you put your house on the market. > Read More
3 Beautiful Built-In Kitchen Hutch Ideas Sure to Turn Heads Do you ever have people over for dinner and, after receiving countless compliments on your beautiful handcrafted kitchen table and striking countertops, you reply with the words, "Oh, thank you! Except for that - just ignore the mess over there." (HouseTipster) > Read More
Ideas for a Stylish TV Wall With plenty of seating, the living room is the perfect spot for a television, but the look of a large screen in the room is far from ideal. We've got the tricks to make it meld with your decor. (bhg.com) > Read More
How to Pick the Right House For You You've done your research, saved up for a down payment, and found a Realtor you adore. Now comes the next step: Find your dream house already! This is the really fun part, although it does come with its own unique challenges. (Realtor.com) > Read More
Why the Harmon Hinge is Our Latest Hardware Obsession A magic gadget to make your doors glide open (and out of sight) (Architectural Design) > Read More
7 Exterior Home Improvements That Can Increase Resale Value Curb appeal is everything when it comes to selling your home, and that means your home's exterior needs to be in optimal condition.So, we've laid out seven exterior home improvements that can increase resale value and help sell your home even faster. Check out the list and info-graphic. (Lawn Starter) > Read More
7 Small Bathroom Remodels That Totally Wowed Us When it comes to the tiniest of spaces, even the tiniest amount of added storage helps, and it doesn't have to be expensive. Here are a few of our favorite small space bathroom overhauls. None of these ideas disappoint. (apartmenttherapy) > Read More
Take it From Me: What First-Time Buyers Should Know About Fixer Uppers When you're a first-time home buyer growing dizzier by the minute walking through dreamy homes outside of your budget, it's only natural to consider adding a home that needs a little "TLC" to your short list. (apartmenttherapy.com) > Read More
Bring the Outdoors In: 10 Naturally Gorgeous DIY Projects If you're itching to get outside this summer (seriously, who isn't?), help bridge the time between nature walks by bringing the most beautiful parts of the outdoors inside. (apartmenttherapy.com) > Read More
Removable Cabinet Inserts Learn how to give your kitchen a mini-makeover with quick and easy cabinet door inserts. DIY guru Michele Beschen demonstrates the process. (BHG) > Read More
Keep Your Cool - Here's What Really Happens at Closings After all of the components of the home buying process - negotiations, appraisals, inspections, and insurance - it's very exciting to (finally) get to closing. But do you know what really happens during this final appointment? (houselogic.com) > Read More
What Is a Right of First Refusal in Real Estate? Getting First Dibs on Making an Offer How does it work? Let's take a closer look at right-of-first-refusal agreements and what they mean for buyers and sellers. (Realtor.com) > Read More
