We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. In today’s market, many real estate agents are swamped with the increase in buyers trying to take advantage of low interest rates and sellers trying to get the most value out of their home. And that means services like … Read more
Though a house may be old or outdated, it could still have “good bones” — a phrase that’s often used to indicate a high level of quality and craftsmanship under the surface. And if you’re in the market for a home — especially one that you plan to renovate — knowing how to identify when … Read more
We all know that moving can be a real pain. Between the effort of gathering all your things together, sorting out a cost-effective moving option, and then unpacking everything into a totally different space with new storage and room dimensions, it can be a difficult and time-consuming activity. And on top of all of the … Read more
Moving is an expensive proposition. You might be excited to go on a shopping spree to decorate your new place, but you’ll want to save some of your cash to pay for getting your existing stuff from point A to point B. Here are some things that can run up your moving day bill — … Read more
Guessing the size of a room during a home tour is never a good idea — especially when you’re trying to figure out if your larger pieces of furniture will even fit through the doorway. This is where a tape measure comes in handy and is an absolute must when going on home tours. Take … Read more
It’s not always possible to tick off every home renovation project on your to-do list before moving in — budgets and timelines command the final say for homeowners. But there’s one project that both pros and homeowners agree you should try your very best to get done before moving in: redoing the floors. Floor replacement takes … Read more
One of the most beloved features at Apartment Therapy is Property Crushes — an entire column dedicated to properties for sale that are ripe with character and unique design. And while it’s easy to fall in love with just about every property that ends up in there there’s a select few that hold a special … Read more
House hunting can be intimidating — and even more so when you’re considering an out-of-state move. It can get tricky when you have to make important decisions from afar, and sometimes visiting in-person isn’t always in the cards. However, house hunting in another state is possible — you just need to have realistic expectations and the … Read more
The holiday season is a festive time of year, but it can also be stressful. Do you really want to add selling your home to the mix? Real estate agents are still hard at work during the final weeks of the year, but before you put your home on the market over the holidays, consider … Read more
Set around a tropical courtyard lined with lush greenery, this London home has a lot of curb appeal. So much so, the impressive house has attracted some of the biggest names in Hollywood, having previously been let to Kirsten Dunst and Heath Ledger. Now, it’s up for rent. Located in Islington, the secluded Roman Way … Read more