Shannon Jacobs

The market finally appears to be cooling down after a nearly unimaginable rise in home prices — the average home cost almost 40% more in May 2022 than in May 2019. But questions remain: What if the cooling off turns into a housing crash? Is this a good time to buy a home — or is renting smarter than buying right now? If you’re contemplating a move amid all the uncertainty, read on for a look at the rent vs. buy dilemma — and some tips for how to decide which option is best for you.

As life begins to show signs of getting back to normal, home design trends are reflecting the move toward spending less time at home and more time doing the things we used to do — like date nights, rather than every-single-hour-cozied-up-with-the-family nights. We’ve checked in with a few experts to find the hottest home design trends, 2022 style. From kitchen and bath to textures and colors, here’s what’s out, what’s in, and how to decide what works for you.

Longing for a change of scenery? Refreshing your living room decor may be just the ticket. Whether you’re upgrading a few key elements or going all-in, we’ve got some tips, tricks, and living room remodeling ideas to make your refresh a breeze.

All it takes is a little ingenuity to make your galley kitchen feel as large and luxurious as you’d like. Read on for ideas on how to turn what may now seem like a battle for the broiler into a warm, welcoming space where culinary dreams come true.

Making a new house a home is exciting. But the sorting, packing, hauling, and unexpected hiccups that come first? Not so much. We spoke with a pro to learn about the most common moving problems and the best moving solutions to solve them. Check out what he had to say.