2024

We’ll help decode two common types. Kelsey Hansen Olive oil has been lauded as one of the most heart-healthy ingredients on Earth, but it comes in several grades. Here, we'll walk you through how to shop the shelves for the best-quality olive oil. Plus, we're sharing the common terms you may see on olive oil labels. Meet Our ExpertMeggan Hill, executive chef at Culinary Hill Test Kitchen...

Transform your backyard into the ultimate hangout with our best ideas for outdoor bars. Matthew Clark Few things are better than a cold drink with your favorite people in the summertime. When it comes to entertaining, up your game by adding an outdoor bar (it can be portable!). With our collection of best outdoor bar ideas, your backyard will become the go-to hangout for the season.Create an...

A new initiative from the paint brand encourages renters to paint their walls—and offers white paint so they can paint it back at the end of their lease. Catherine Falls Commercial / Getty Images Renting can be difficult for a whole host of reasons: Rental costs are rising, landlords can be strict or unhelpful, there can be pretty high upfront costs, and it can mean you move more often, which...

This post-flood guide covers safety precautions, removing standing water, home cleaning, and repairs. Getty Images / jhorrocks Experiencing a flood is one of the most devastating events for homeowners. If your home has flooded, there are steps you can take in the immediate aftermath to ensure the cleanup goes smoothly and you don’t introduce new problems to the mix. “Flooding is the deadliest...

Place these carrot companion plants near each other to help control pests and grow healthier roots. Andy Lyons Purple, white, yellow, or orange, sugary sweet carrots are always a garden treat. They’re also one of the best crops to use as companion plants. Since carrots are compact and grow low to the ground, they’re easy to slip in between larger vegetables, and their fast growth rate makes...

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Veteran media and technology entrepreneur Michael Gerrity announced this week that Miami will be the future headquarters of his new global real estate information services company startup in 2025 -- WORLD PROPERTY MEDIA. WORLD PROPERTY MEDIA is the parent holding company for a portfolio of three globally emerging real estate information platforms (news, streaming and market signals intelligence services)...

Based on new data by the National Association of Realtors, pending U.S. home sales in June 2024 ascended 4.8%. All four U.S. regions posted monthly gains in transactions. Year-over-year, the Northeast, Midwest and South registered declines, while the West increased. The Pending Home Sales Index (PHSI) - a forward-looking indicator of home sales based on contract signings - grew to 74.3 in June. Year over...

With company executives predicting that things will get messy in the U.S. real estate landscape over the next several months due to the business practice changes outlined in the National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) commission lawsuit settlement agreement, eXp World Holdings — the parent company of eXp Realty — is focused on improving the firm’s agent value proposition. In the second quarter...