We older folks are used to millennials running circles around us when it comes to technology, but when it comes to money matters, those youngsters are clueless. Or are they? While millennials often get a bad rap when it comes to responsibility, a new report from Credit Karma shows that this generation of 18 – 34 year olds is actually more in line with traditional...
After a few years under the social limelight, parties all start tasting the same. We wait all year for Halloween or Christmas so we can finally spice things up. Unfortunately, even those end up being all the same. But what if I told you Harry Potter parties can be a thing. Year round. For realsies. It’s always a great time to not be a muggle. The only thing better...
By Hannah Whittenly
Searching for a home is an important step and it should not be taken lightly. Keep in mind that approximately one out of four homeowners are unhappy with their homes, so don't join this group! Increase your chances of real estate happiness with the following tips.
Use Your Smartphone
One issue that can get in the way of appreciating a possible...
We all know great school systems and access to public parks can amp up real estate values. Did you know access to healthy, innovative eats can have the same impact? A new ULI report shows that access to healthy eats, a focus on “local” choices, and innovative cuisine options can all support a richer real estate value. The report, Cultivating Development: Trends...
Great news for suburban real estate agents: Although America's urban landscapes continue to grow and millennials prefer walkable neighborhoods, suburbia is predicted to maintain its popularity. According to a new publication from the Urban Land Institute (ULI), suburban marketplaces are still expanding, and will continue to do so. Related: Walkability: It's Not...
Ever wondered where Santa parks his sleigh year-round? Now you can rest your worried mind – Zillow has created Santa's idyllic North Pole home, and calculated how much it's worth. Santa Claus' three bedroom, two bedroom log cabin stretches to a healthy 2,500 square feet—about 1,000 square feet larger than the average U.S. Home, according to Zillow. Santa's house was...
If—to quote Frank Sinatra—you want to wake up in a city that doesn’t sleep, you should obviously pack your bags and head to New York. Now, if you really want to be “king of the heap,” you need to be well-versed in Greenwich Village history. And thanks to this digestible recap, you will be ready to join the gang of "Friends" in no time. So, let’s get started. Once...
For those looking to buy a posh place in Mansfield, Ohio, 1200 Deer Run Road has it all. Located in the prestigious gated subdivision Stonegate Woods, the luxurious Mediterranean-style estate boasts five bedrooms, six bathrooms, and 10,800 square feet of living space. Just outside the city of Mansfield, the home welcomes visitors with a grand winding staircase just...
I guess your friends wouldn’t be impressed if you told them you’re moving to a nine-bedroom mansion when your old digs used to be the White House. That doesn’t mean Barack and Michelle Obama’s new Tudor-style home isn’t a sight to see. Not only is the furnishing and architecture stunning, but the house is also located by a creek in the elegant Kalorama neighborhood...
Anyone financing a home purchase knows that the bank wants to see adequate insurance on its collateral. Of course, what is sufficient for a lender may not be sufficient for the owner. Myriad homeowners policies contain a sea of coverage and exemptions which are sometimes difficult for policyholders to comprehend. If an improvement is made to the structure or a major...
