June 2024

Image CEO Bill Crooker says first quarter saw leasing spreads of 25% to...

Yet simultaneously enjoy record high home prices in May According to the National Association of Realtors, U.S. existing-home sales dipped in May 2024 as the median sales price climbed to a record high. In the four major U.S. regions, sales slid month-over-month in the South but were unchanged in the Northeast, Midwest and West. Year-over-year, sales rose in the Midwest but receded in the Northeast, South...

You don’t need a big garden to grow your own zucchini. Kindra Clineff Growing zucchini in pots is an excellent solution for urban gardeners looking to add more growing space to their small yard, patio, or balcony. Zucchini and the closely related crookneck and summer squash plants are larger than many other vegetables, but they can still be cultivated in small garden spaces with a roomy pot and...

Including deals on upright, cordless, and handheld vacuums. Better Homes & Gardens / Marcus Millan No matter the size of your house, vacuuming is one of the biggest household chores. But with the right vacuum, cleaning your floors doesn’t have to be a dreaded task. If your old vacuum cleaner just isn’t cutting it anymore, it’s time for an upgrade, and Amazon has you covered. More than a...

After spending several years in Brooklyn, New York, this couple returned to their hometown of Toronto with new needs. Their family was growing and their 1880 row house was dark and lacking in personality. Married architects and business partners Brian Hagood and Charisma Panchapakesan could...

Are we seeing the start of a market shift in mortgage demand? Notably, mortgage rates have been gradually declining, and we’ve observed back-to-back positive weeks in purchase application data for the first time since mid-March. While I typically prefer to see a sustained growth of 12-14 weeks before concluding there’s been a sea change, the low bar in purchase application data suggests that even a...

From classic subway bricks to whimsical scallops, use this guide to tile shapes to choose the right combination for your space. CARSON DOWNING Tile is a practical choice for walls and floors in high-traffic areas, but it also presents an opportunity to get creative and add some personality to your space. It also comes in a variety of different shapes: Choose a classic, like subway tile or...

It’s cordless, rechargeable, and easy to clean. Better Homes & Gardens / Amazon My husband’s car is a mess. This man cannot live without eating fistfuls of Goldfish crackers while traveling, and he’s often downing his favorite Italian sub en route to visit clients. Peanuts, popcorn—you name it—it’s being consumed to pass the time while he’s stuck in traffic on the interstate....

Flooding can be both expensive and traumatic, so it’s good to know that anyone who has even a modest outdoor plot can play a role in reducing that risk by including water-resilient features. Essentially, the more landscapes there are that effectively deal with water, the better it is for...

Summer is a good time to get going on some larger home projects both indoors and out. Hotter weather is also your cue to tune up those irrigation systems, boost shade and (finally) clean out the garage. Check these to-dos off your list to get your home and garden in top shape for...