The real estate industry is undergoing a seismic transformation, with recent regulatory changes pushing the National Association of Realtors to a critical juncture. As these shifts unfold, real estate agents face both challenges and opportunities. Those who adapt will find themselves in a prime position to succeed. Here are five essential strategies to navigate this new landscape. 1. Revamp commission...
Most of them are on sale now for Labor Day. Better Homes & Gardens / Madison Woiten Are your overgrown perennial beds stressing you out? Or, are the weeds in your vegetable garden finally taking over? We know—you spent most of summer playing in the sun (as you should), so now it’s time to tame the weeds and cut the overgrowth to fully enjoy the fruits of your labor (quite literally) well...
All you need is a scoop of your favorite ice cream and self-rising flour. Left: unpict / Getty Images; Right: bluestocking / Getty Images | Design: Better Homes & Gardens Leave it to TikTok to provide another head-smacking, “Why didn’t I think of that?” indulgent recipe idea. If you love ice cream and your breakfast (or lunch and dinner) menu always features pancakes, you’ll want to...
Unlike Emily’s unmatchable wardrobe, these ideas are actually pretty easy to borrow, chic Parisian apartment or no.The first half of Emily in Paris season 4 dropped on August 15, and to say we're obsessed with the set design would be un peu of an understatement. While Emily in Paris is best known for its characters' bold and colorful fashion looks, we think its interior design deserves just as much...
Cue ‘Don’t Know Why’ by Norah Jones and try these ideas from the underconsumption core trend. Brie Williams If your TikTok feed looks anything like ours, you've probably stumbled across an underconsumption core video. Influencers have taken to social media to share ways they cut down on over-consuming in their homes, wardrobes, and lifestyles. With underconsumption core videos gaining more...
When hydrangeas bloom depends on the variety and climate, but you can enjoy their flowers almost year-round. Kritsada Panichgul Thanks to plant breeding, scores of hydrangea varieties are available in garden centers. But when do hydrangeas bloom, so you'll know when to expect the showy flowers in your garden? These popular shrubs vary by size, color, hardiness, and yes, bloom time.Are you looking...
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...
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...
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...
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