Bored of triangle eyes? Elbow-deep in pumpkin goop? Watch a master sculptor carve the house from “The Silence of the Lambs” onto a 100-pound pumpkin. Russ Leno shares his secrets (yes, even the pros use super glue) to help make your design come to life. Don’t have a pumpkin? The patch is where it’s at. Leno recommends getting one fresh from a farm because, like any
Cash sales decreased in July, following the trend back down to pre-crisis levels, according to a new report from CoreLogic. Cash sales made up 29.7% of total home sales in July. This is down 1.9 percentage points from July 2015, but up slightly from June’s 29.3%. The cash sales share peaked in January 2011 at
A new report from ATTOM Data Solutions, the new parent company of RealtyTrac, shows that women are better than men at paying their mortgages on time, and are better with finances in general. The new study shows that women are less likely than men to go into foreclosure. Overall, men have slightly higher foreclosure rates than women, at
Celebrities like Heidi Klum are known for having extravagant Halloween parties, taking the occasion to another level. To create a memorable, celeb-worthy bash of your own, we asked interior designer David Brian Sanders – whose A-list clients include “Desperate Housewives” star Marcia Cross – as well as event planner Emily Cann to share his tips. Pick a theme “My first Halloween
Celebrities like Heidi Klum are known for having extravagant Halloween parties, taking the occasion to another level. To create a memorable, celeb-worthy bash of your own, we asked interior designer David Brian Sanders – whose A-list clients include “Desperate Housewives” star Marcia Cross – as well as event planner Emily Cann to share his tips. Pick a theme “My first Halloween
Craftsman homes are the jewel boxes of old neighborhoods. Most of them were built at the beginning of the 20th century, and offer loads of charm and character – inside and out. Boasting double-hung windows, large front porches, wood siding, and vibrant exterior paint colors, these turn-of-the-century homes continue to charm home buyers today. If you’re thinking about purchasing a craftsman
Every seller hopes their home will sell quickly, and for a good price. So it can be frustrating when your home doesn’t sell, while the house down the street gets snapped up. The homes are in the same location, with similar square footage, and the same number of bedrooms and bathrooms, so they should sell
The past year showed a rise in housing markets in the Northwest, and a cooling in the West in previously hot markets such as San Francisco. It seems that trend will continue into next year. A new report from Veros Real Estate Solutions, which works in enterprise risk management and collateral valuation services, shows the
Buying your first home is an occasion worth celebrating. But before you get caught up in decorating and planning that housewarming party, it’s important to make certain your new home is secure. New homeowners are especially vulnerable to security risks, as they are just beginning to learn about their new home and neighborhood. Get a
Halloween is almost here, and before you know it, trick-or-treaters will be ringing your doorbell. Decorating your house for the season should be easy, fun, and bring just the right amount of spookiness. Follow these simple tips to bring hauntingly elegant Halloween flair to any area of your home. 1. Drape spooky fabric as a base Whether you’re