September 2024

U.S. Home Sales Recovery Did Not Occur This Summary as Expected, Says NAR In July 2024, pending home sales dropped by 5.5%, as reported by the National Association of Realtors. All four U.S. regions experienced monthly declines in transactions. Compared to last year, the Northeast saw an increase, while the Midwest, South, and West showed decreases. The Pending Home Sales Index (PHSI), which forecasts...

Have we seen the peak in housing inventory for 2024? The best part about 2024 has been that higher mortgage rates have created an inventory buffer, so if the economy gets softer and rates fall, we have many more homes to work with than we had in 2020-2023. I have consistently written that with mortgage rates above 7%, inventory should grow between 11,000-17,000 and this year it has happened six times...

Searches are surging on Pinterest as foodies embrace this unique melty mashup. Elena Rui / Getty Images If you've heard the term "pizza pot pie" as of late, it's because the internet can't get enough of the (deep) dish.According to Pinterest Predicts Weekly, a collection of insights on the platform that "highlights actionable search trends among Pinterest users across categories, regions and...

Combine a peanut butter cup with a chocolate lava cake, and you have the latest creation from Reese’s. ' title='reese's chocolate lava big cup bars on neutral background with pink background'> Reese's | Design: Better Homes & Gardens Reese’s has had plenty of exciting candy-related adventures this summer, but it's not done indulging just yet. Adding another delectable new treat to the...

Designed for plus-sized sleepers, this mattress makes sure you don’t have to sacrifice comfort in order to get a mattress that works for your body. Brooklyn Bedding Mattress shopping is a serious task. Your bed is the sanctuary you retreat to every night, and it has to live up to your coziest dreams. While it's important to determine your preferences when it comes to firmness, height, and size,...

It’s a bittersweet goodbye for Ferny’s. Claire Hoppe Everyone's favorite design duo and co-founders of Magnolia, Chip and Joanna Gaines, have something new in store for their fans—literally: The Magnolia Silos are getting a new store, but this new installation means customers will have to say goodbye to a much-loved shop.If you’re not familiar, the Silos are Magnolia’s own street of...

Hutches are a great addition to every home. Don’t believe us? Let these ideas prove it to you. Nathan Schroder Like so many trends, the ’90s hutch trend is popping up on our social media feeds and making its way back into homes. With the resurgence of the hutch, we're left wondering why hutches ever went out of style in the first place: Not only do they provide ample storage space, but hutches...

Changing the way you use your dishwasher can make it last much longer. Getty Images / Daniil Dubov Today's dishwashers might seem to only last a few years, but it could be less about the quality of the appliance and more about how you’re using it. There are several habits that could be shortening the life of your dishwasher. Changing how you use the appliance can drastically improve its lifespan...

Yes, it’s exactly what it sounds like. Left: Basilios1 / Getty Images; Right: Bart_J / Getty Images | Design: Better Homes & Gardens The latest and greatest in the terrific (and slightly terrifying) world of innovative food mashups comes a creation likely no one asked for: the spaghetti hot dog. Just what it sounds like. Chef and content creator Jo Shelkin (aka @thejoshelkin) posted the...

Our Test Kitchen’s trick research-backed as the most effective way to remove pesticides. Getty Images / Abraham Gonzalez Fernandez Whether you scored your apples from a tree in your backyard, an orchard, a farmers market, or the supermarket, one of the most essential steps before you snack on or cook with the fruit is to ensure it’s free from dirt and as many pesticides as possible.As you’re...