Category: Homes
America’s fastest-growing cities of the decade
Key Takeaways: The U.S. population grew by 6% from 2014 to 2023, reaching 332 million. Out of 2,510 cities, 80% experienced population growth. The South dominates …
The 10 house noises you shouldn’t ignore
When I was a child and heard groans or creaks in the night, my mother would reassure me: “That’s just the house settling.” And it’s true …
Uncovering your home’s past: Find out what has happened inside the place you call home
Have you ever wondered who else has called your house home? For owners of older homes, it can be fun to peel back the historical layers …
Take a peek inside ‘Fear of Flying’ author Erica Jong’s stylish Upper East Side apartment
Marking the 50th anniversary of her groundbreaking book, Fear of Flying, novelist Erica Jong has plenty of things to celebrate. With a lucrative five-decade career in …
These upgrades can help protect your home from climate change
In less than a year between 2020 and 2021, Lake Charles, Louisiana, faced two hurricanes, then a severe winter storm, followed by more flooding, all …
Here’s where heating costs are really soaring
Even before the outbreak of war in Ukraine and subsequent energy crisis in Europe, Germany’s Federal Statistics Office estimated that 2.6 million people in the country could not …
The surprising number of Americans who say they’ve lived in a haunted house
A whole lot of things, according to a new survey from Real Estate Witch — including mold, a leaky roof, and termites. Surprisingly, ghosts barely made the list …
Your home could be a death trap & you may not even know it
Using the word accidental to describe injuries and death gives the impression that they were completely unforeseen and unavoidable. However, most of them are considered …
How to plan the perfect bathroom remodel
A bathroom remodel is one of the most challenging projects you can take on in your home. Bathroom remodel costs range from modest cosmetic updates …
Yes, you can even vacation like Barbie, if that’s your thing
“Barbiecore” is a hot trend characterized by vivid pink hues, based on the aesthetic of the iconic Mattel doll that has been an indelible part of …
Here’s where homes are sitting empty across America
A March LendingTree study found more than 16 million vacant housing units in the U.S. This figure may seem steep but becomes more reasonable when you consider …
5 surprising reasons summer may be best for home renovations
Summer may officially kick off on June 21, but people have been unofficially celebrating since Memorial Day weekend — and with the nicer weather may come …
The most patriotic cities & towns in America
As a nation, it’s important to commemorate those who have dedicated their lives to the defense of their fellow citizens. From California to the New York …
How Biden’s push for new building codes could impact your home
In early June, the Biden administration announced a National Initiative to Advance Building Codes to encourage state and local governments to enforce modern building codes when constructing …
Smart home tech that can actually lower your utility bills
As gas prices surge across the country, many Americans are looking for ways to save on energy costs, both in their cars and at home. Over …