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Top Picks for the Best Smart Locks of 2024

The smart lock landscape in 2024 showcases an array of options tailored to enhance security and convenience in modern homes.Smart locks continue to redefine home security and convenience in 2024. The innovation of smart locks is evident with enhanced connectivity, security features and seamless integration with smart home systems. Having personally tested over 30 smart locks, I’ve put together a list of my top recommendations, trends and featur

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New-Home Buyers May Want to Consider ‘Phase Inspections’

Newly built properties are not flawless. Bringing in an inspector for multiple checkups during construction can solve problems early.New-home buyers may want to bring an inspector into the construction process earlier and at multiple intervals—such as when the foundation is poured and again before the walls are sealed.Adam Long, president of HomeTeam Inspection Service, which has 200-plus offices nationwide, says “phase inspections” can off

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Best Time to Sell a Home in 2024 is Coming Soon

A new realtor.com® analysis looks at historical listing metrics to pinpoint when sellers have the biggest advantage this spring.Mark your calendar: The week of April 14 could offer the perfect mix of market conditions for home sellers, according to a new realtor.com® study(link is external).The study, an analysis of trends in home sales, finds that sellers could potentially fetch as much as $34,000 more for their home if they list between

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Be Aware of Physical Hazards Inside Aging Homes

Listen to the very real dangers a real estate professional and a home inspector have faced when working with homes in disrepair.Older homes and fixer-uppers, which buyers are turning to for greater affordability, are often in disrepair and can present hazardous safety conditions during a showing or inspection. One Florida real estate broker recalls a home inspector falling through the floor of an attic, landing on the agent in the garag

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Hints of Jewel Tones Add Rich Luxury to Interiors

Try this color trend to bring quiet luxury to your listing.More designers are using jewel tones to elevate otherwise neutral spaces. From sapphire blues and ruby reds to emerald greens and amethyst, designers are incorporating jewel tones for a deeper, dramatic flair. Take a look at examples from top Manhattan luxury developments to see how designers are showing off this latest trend.Staged by IMG, rich orange and deep purple accents add depth to

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Save Money and Energy With Home Weatherization

Weatherization, also known as weatherproofing, protects a home’s interior from outdoor elements, moisture and extreme temperature fluctuations.Those who live in cold climates are well versed in adding an extra layer or two to stay warm as temperatures drop. Though homeowners might not think of it as such, the same concept applies to homes in cold climates. Weatherization, also known as weatherproofing, protects a home’s interior from outdoor

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8 Things to Consider Before Becoming a Landlord

Navigating the challenges and opportunities of property managementBecoming a landlord can be a promising avenue for generating passive income and building wealth — but it’s not without challenges. From understanding legal requirements to managing tenant relationships, there’s a lot to consider before taking the plunge. These eight essential factors can help you prepare for the responsibilities and opportunities of being a landlord.Foll

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Real Estate and Design Trends to Watch in 2024

From ecosystem conservation to “new” darker neutrals in exterior paint, we look at the trends set to take hold in the industry this year.Staying abreast of what’s new and innovative in design and real estate is important, not to be trendy but to learn about innovative materials, systems and products to live more sustainably and benefit the planet. Also, new uses for rooms can maximize square footage and our surroundings to add joy to our li

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Home Stager Reveals 4 Hot Trends for 2024

Say goodbye to the ordinary as home design moves toward the extraordinary with an extra-personalized aesthetic.Homes today fulfill a lot more purposes, providing comfort, wellness and an eco-friendly and personalized space—all in a technological way. Home layouts are being reconfigured, too. Dining rooms have become nearly extinct, living spaces are being designed for flexibility, and wellness rooms are channeling more positive vibes.Homes have

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Millennials are Teaming Up to Enter Housing Market

The tragic economic plight of the millennial has been extensively documented (although sometimes questioned and debunked). The starting fact of two historic recessions before they turned 40 is contrasted with the refrain that baby boomers had to weather high interest rates and economic downturns, too. But two stark facts support the narrative that the generation entering homebuying age has terrible economic luck

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