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Selling your house is more than putting up a “For Sale” sign — it’s about preparing your home so buyers walk in thinking, “Yes — this is move-in ready.” If you want to avoid long marketing times, price drops, or heavy negotiations, tackling the prep work ahead of time makes a big difference. Here’s a breakdown of the 12 key things to do before you list your home from realtor.com . 1.Find the right real estate agent Even in a hot market, selling your home solo can be risky and

Design trends come and go—and while some leave lasting charm, others sneak in with whispery promises of “fresh” and “modern” only to become outdated, impractical, or just plain regrettable. According to insights from NAR , certain home-design moves that might seem trendy now could turn into furniture-and-fix-it nightmares by 2025. Decor Trends to avoid in 2025 Here are a few of the top offenders: Design-cores : Theme-heavy “cores” like cottagecore, farmhouse-core, yeehaw core

This NAR article highlights how paint companies are moving away from bold, statement-colors and instead embracing earth-toned neutrals for 2026. But why should a real-estate professional or homeowner care? Here are a few key takeaways from the article: Staging and resale value : A home that is neutrally and tastefully colored tends to appeal to a broader audience, helping potential buyers imagine themselves in the space rather than being distracted by bold, polarizing colors

Once October hits, the air fills with pumpkin spice, spooky décor, and gleeful carving sessions. But then comes the inevitable question: how long will my carved pumpkin actually last before it goes mushy or moldy? It’s one thing to carve a masterpiece — it’s another to keep it intact long enough to enjoy. From Fresh to Faded: The Pumpkin Timeline Uncarved pumpkins  can last 2 to 3 months , depending on storage conditions (cool, dry, shaded). Once carved, though, things chang