Experts say there are ways to protect your home from the damage caused by heavy rains and flooding, and they begin with prevention. Getty Images / Johner Images Early weather forecasts show a likelihood of increased flooding in parts of the United States. And already, there are several hurricanes predicted for Southern states, including Florida and the Carolinas. In short, homeowners should brace...

Not too long ago, any real estate pro would tell you that location should be your first consideration—but does this wisdom still apply? From Left: Max Kim-Bee; Joe Schmelzer. Does location still matter most? Should you remodel your home to suit your tastes, or for resale value? Are starter homes still a thing? We all have plenty of questions about the ever-changing world of real estate. In our...

This San Diego family of four loves to entertain. But a peninsula with cabinets hanging above created a closed-off kitchen that didn’t exactly present a party-friendly vibe. Wanting a more open layout for socializing, as well as improved storage and style, the homeowners turned to designer Marea...

For many people, Fourth of July fireworks mean an annual celebration marked by barbecues, family gatherings and enchanting bursts of colorful light. For many pets, though, those same bursts of light and sound can be terrifying and disorienting, causing reactions ranging from destroying...

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According to CBRE, the hotel market in the Asia Pacific region is undergoing significant structural changes. Hotel owners and operators are adjusting their operational and branding strategies in response to increased labor and utility costs, limited new supply, and the extended peak of the interest rate cycle. Major global hotel operators are expanding rapidly in the region. Nearly half of the new hotels...

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Heather Lovier replaced Bill Emerson as chief operating officer of Rocket Companies following the appointment of the board of directors on June 20. Emerson will remain as Rocket’s president.  An industry veteran, Lovier joined Rocket Mortgage, the company’s lending arm, in 2003. She has focused the past two decades on driving operational excellence and enhancing client experience, the company...