Change is on the horizon for home design. Expect some of the cool and minimalistic trends of the past to be replaced with more approachable designs that convey comfort, warmth and positivity. “Darker colors, natural textiles like wood and soft lighting are great ways to make a room feel warm and inviting,” says Jen Meska, director of merchandising at LL […]
2021-12-02
Paying quickly on a mortgage makes cents
Buying a home is a major life step. Homes are by nature expensive, and most home buyers cannot afford to purchase a home outright. Because of that reality, most home buyers finance a home purchase with a mortgage. A mortgage allows a homeowner to spread the payments for a home loan across many years. The result? Mortgages can make home […]
Five green home improvements that are worth investment dollars
Are you looking for ways to upgrade your home with the environment in mind, but worried about the expense? Fortunately, many home improvements are not as costly up front as they used to be, and the return on those investments, both in energy savings and the home’s value, is well worth the effort. Here are five ways to boost ar […]