The Federal Reserve did something this week it hadn’t done in more than four years when it lowered the federal funds rate by half a percentage point. But for mortgage industry professionals hampered by fewer sales opportunities since the Fed’s streak of rate hikes began in March 2022, will this be the start of better days? Mortgage experts say that while the 50 basis-point (bps) cut is a welcome...

The name that changed the food storage industry is now forced to make changes itself. Scott Olson / Getty Images Tupperware is synonymous with takeaway containers. When you say, "Do you have a Tupperware?" you don't necessarily mean a brand-name Tupperware but rather any vessel that allows you to travel with your food.That's how impactful the company has been in the world of storage and...

Shop oil and vinegar dispensers, shelf liners, an electric salt and pepper grinder, and more. Better Homes & Gardens / Reese Herrington As summer turns to fall—and harvest season rolls around—we suspect you might just find yourself especially busy in the kitchen. This “turning in” is a welcomed seasonal shift for serious chefs and foodies. But as your focus turns from outdoor fun to...

Use these three simple tips to take down peel-and-stick tiles without damaging your walls. Patrick Biller Renters and DIY pros have discovered many ways around the age-old dilemma of making a rental space your own. From wallpaper to flooring to backsplash tiles, peel-and-stick products are game-changers for making rentals look custom.There are many benefits to using peel-and-stick products, even...

Add warmth to your space with these autumnal finds, including wreaths, storage baskets, and fabric pumpkins. Better Homes & Gardens / Amazon Entryways are an often neglected and overlooked area in terms of home decorating. The transitory space is one of the first places you (and guests) set eyes upon, thus setting the tone for the rest of your home. With the fall season just around the corner,...

Add a historical touch to your home with this rich, warm hue. Graham & Brown If you've ever wanted your home to feel like it's straight out of a fairytale set in the English countryside, turn to wallpaper that's timeless. Graham & Brown, one of the UK’s oldest interior design and wallpaper brands, always delivers with its Color and Design of the Year—and for 2025, they took inspiration...

Measurabl, the world's most widely adopted ESG technology for real estate, is pleased to announce the launch of ESGx Benchmarks, a free new report that provides real estate owners, operators, investors, and lenders unrivaled insight into sustainability performance - allowing for comprehensive global comparisons into measured energy usage and carbon emissions intensity across di erent property types and...

In August 2024, existing-home sales dropped, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR) latest data. Three out of four major U.S. regions experienced declines, while the Midwest remained unchanged. Compared to the previous year, sales fell in three regions but held steady in the Northeast. Total existing-home sales, which include single-family homes, townhomes, condominiums, and co-ops,...

Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming an increasingly common tool for consumers and businesses, primarily in reference to chatbots that can dynamically mimic human conversation and gather information. It could also have applications for aging in place, according to the leader of a senior care company. Jeff Salter, founder and CEO of Caring Senior Service, which provides in-home care services, will...

Like the traditional forward space, the reverse mortgage industry has been operating in an elevated interest rate environment for some time. While news of the Federal Reserve lowering its benchmark interest rate by 50 basis points (bps) to a range of 4.75% to 5% will have wider economic ramifications in the government’s ongoing efforts to fight inflation, there are expected benefits to the reverse...