‘The Big Move’ is a MarketWatch column looking at the ins and outs of real estate, from navigating the search for a new home to applying for a mortgage. Do you have a question about buying or selling a home? Do you want to know where your next move should …
Read More »5 Reasons To Hire A Custom Home Builder
April 9, 2021 5 Reasons To Hire A Custom Home Builder One of the most important ventures you’ll probably take in your lifetime is building your dream home. Do you want a large residence? Or do you prefer a small but comfortable living space? These considerations can make the process …
Read More »Here Are 5 Essential Signs Your Home Needs Roof Replacement
April 9, 2021 Here Are 5 Essential Signs Your Home Needs Roof Replacement What are the signs your home needs a roof replacement? Noticeably, this may not be easy as your roof may stay for a long time without showing the warning signs. Yes, the roof may look old and …
Read More »5 Must-See Home Interior Design Trends
April 8, 2021 5 Must-See Home Interior Design Trends In a time where many people are embracing working from home and hanging out indoors, having trendy interior designs has equally grown in popularity. However, these designs may vary widely in individuality, taste, and style. In addition to this, consumers are …
Read More »The Moneyist: I’m 30. My wife is 34. We saved $350K and I have $350K saved for retirement. Should we pay cash for a home — or take out a mortgage and invest it?
Dear Quentin, After finishing graduate school, my wife and I decided to pay off all our debt before buying a home, or anything for that matter. We have been cheaply renting for the last three years, and living as if I were still a very poor graduate student. During this …
Read More »Dispatches from a Pandemic: ‘We can’t compete with all cash’: The struggle is real to buy a home during COVID-19
After renting their home in Aurora, Colo., for the last six years, Kristin Mallory and her husband were ready to make the leap to becoming homeowners. And while they went into the home-buying process expecting a challenge, what they’ve encountered is nothing like they’ve expected. “We had no idea how …
Read More »Plan a ReDesign Day for Your Home & More
Pin Share Tweet For the month of April, on Saturdays I will be taking part in a Home & Lifestyle round-up of inspiration and ideas where my blogging friends and I will be sharing the best from our archives. These Saturday posts along with my Sunday Style Scouting posts will …
Read More »Home Health Care – 5 Tips For A Safe And Healthy Home
April 3, 2021 Home Health Care – 5 Tips For A Safe And Healthy Home A healthy home enables a happy environment. With all of the risks, ensuring your home is healthy and safe for the whole family can feel overwhelming. In fact, for many people, the pandemic has caused …
Read More »How to Maximize the Resale Value of Your Home During the Pandemic
April 2, 2021 How to Maximize the Resale Value of Your Home During the Pandemic The COVID-19 pandemic has affected every aspect of modern society, from education and technology to real estate and finance. On the one hand, we’ve witnessed breakthroughs in communication and medical technology that have made our …
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