2024

All three are beautiful, functional, and well-worth the price. Walmart Here's the thing: So often, we want to change everything about a room. We want it to look more spacious, warmer, cozier, more open, homier, or less cluttered. But a complete room makeover is not an endeavor for the weak, nor is it something most of us can do on any kind of tight budget. Enter: rugs.Adding a large area rug to...

Michael Gerrity, the founder of Miami-based World Property Ventures (WPV), announced that WPV's two wholly-owned portfolio companies, World Property Markets and World Property Media, are independently launching large $300 million funding rounds this fall. World Property Markets focuses on property listings search platforms and currently oversees three subsidiaries: Global Listings, the world's largest...

In this executive conversation, Laura O’Connor, COO at JPAR, and Affiliated Network President, shares her insights on the role of the modern real estate professional. With over two decades of experience in business operations and strategic management, Laura has been a driving force in JPAR’s growth and innovation. She believes the onus is on agents to “show up” for clients and communities rather...

Retirement savers experienced their third consecutive quarter of growth in Q2 2024, with Gen X savers showing strong gains in individual retirement arrangements (IRAs), a sign of progress considering that cohort’s prior struggles with saving for life after work. This is according to a report released by Fidelity Investments, based on 401(k) and 403(b) data derived from 26,100 corporate defined...

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell indicated last week that a cut in the federal funds rate at the September meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) is on the table, which would have the effect of driving mortgage rates lower. Most observers and professionals agree that a rate cut would provide immediate benefits to the reverse mortgage industry, particularly for Home Equity Conversion...

After nearly 18 years ERA King Real Estate, Anna-Marie Ellison is moving to Alabama-based ARC Realty.  In a post on her website ConsultWithAME on Wednesday, Ellison wrote that she is “honored” to be joining a team with the guiding principal of “Everything worth building starts with a relationship.” In her new role at ARC, Ellison will focus on strategic planning for agent and staff growth,...

Mortgage banking executive and industry mergers & acquisitions advisor Rick Roque has taken a new executive position at NFM Lending. Roque will lead NFM’s retail growth strategy as corporate vice president of retail, NFM’s Managing Director Greg Sher announced on LinkedIn on Friday. “Your thoughtful leadership, data-driven market perspective, and unwavering support of mortgage and...

If Succession has taught us anything, it’s that quiet luxury is IN. But that doesn’t just apply to wardrobes. When it comes to interior design, opulence has taken a completely new form. Gone are the days when crown moldings, coffered ceilings, and hand-carved fireplaces were the hallmarks of high-end living. Today, luxury homes embody a modern aesthetic that prioritizes clean lines, minimalist...

Maximize comfort and lower your electric bill. Better Homes & Gardens / Kristin Kempa When you want to keep your home at the ideal temperature without throwing away money on your monthly energy bill, a smart thermostat is worth it. These devices conserve energy by allowing remote access, tracking energy usage, and allowing you to schedule set times for heating and cooling.According to Bill...

We turned to thrifting experts for their secrets to a successful thrift-shopping trip. 9 Thrifting Tips to Ensure You Find the Best Secondhand Items Thrifting experts Kat Steck and Bronwyn Tarboton share their secrets to a successful thrift shopping trip. For some, the appeal of thrift shopping lies in the thrill of the hunt and the joy of finding items that are totally unique. Others shop...