April 3rd and 4th saw the average top tier 30yr fixed mortgage rates well into the “mid 6’s.” Many lenders were able to quote 6.5% at the time. Just a few days ago, we noted there was still a ways to go before breaking below those early April levels, but the past few days have […]
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Tackle your DIY projects with these early Prime Day home improvement deals These accessories can add some new life to your home. (iStock) Whether you’re planning a full-scale renovation or simply looking to refresh your home with a few upgrades, now is the perfect time to dive into your DIY projects. Amazon Prime is almost
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Looks matter when it comes to real estate—and taking the time to spruce up a home before the for-sale sign goes up could lead to a faster sale that nets a homeowner more money, according to the newly released 2025 Profile of Home Staging, a survey of about 1,200 real estate professionals conducted by the
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The 10 Most Popular New Laundry Rooms Right Now This Trending Now story features the most-saved laundry room photos uploaded to Houzz between March 15 and June 15, 2025. Designing for function and order shape the top 10 laundry rooms on Houzz right now. Thoughtful features like built-in drying racks, hanging rods, ironing board cabinets,
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To-Dos: Your July Home Checklist 7. Refresh summer whites. Fresh, clean and crisp, nothing says summer quite like white linens. Keep your white textiles looking their best by laundering slipcovers, cushion covers and curtains, or sending them out for dry cleaning if they’re not machine washable. Keep white upholstery and Roman blinds looking fresh by
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Stop Wasting Money And Rent These 9 Tools For Your Next DIY Project Simonkr/Getty Images We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Large DIY equipment and tools are a hefty investment, but they’re quite handy for home improvement projects, landscaping endeavors, and other unique
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10 Outdoor Pavilions for Savoring Summer Laurie Demetrio InteriorsSave Photo 9. Social Graces The initial goal of this Illinois project was to build an outdoor pavilion and kitchen on a newly purchased lot next to the homeowners’ existing lot. But one thing led to another, and a team including Joey Rossa of JMR Landscaping, Nick
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Urban Oasis for a Chicago Family Prassas Landscape Studio LLCSave Photo In front of the treehouse, Prassas created a mound of meadow grass — Pennsylvania sedge (Carex pensylvanica, zones 3 to 8). “I wanted to create a soft meadow for the kids,” Prassas says. “This is a shady garden and naturalistic play space. I wanted
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Key Measurements for Your Kitchen Design Whether you are moving into an existing kitchen, remodeling the one you have or building a new one, understanding a few key building measurements and organizational guidelines can help your culinary life run more smoothly. Kitchens provide storage for your food and cookware, give you room for prep and
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Friday’s mortgage rates ended up being right in line with Thursday’s on average. At 6.72%, the MND daily rate index is as low as it’s been since early April when it hit 6.60%. If you’re thinking that 6.72 doesn’t sound much higher than 6.60, you’re right! Mortgage lenders tend to offer rates in 0.125% increments,
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