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The Seven Most Expensive U.S. Listings

Home prices went gangbusters in 2021 hitting record highs across the country. There are many reasons why this happened but […]

The US Housing Market: Looking Back and Moving Forward

There’s no doubt 2021 was a strong year for the housing market. High demand led to high asking prices and less time on the market. This meant 2021 was a seller’s market across the country. While housing prices increased steadily over the years, more recently we’ve seen double-digit increases due to the high demand and low supply.

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13 Unique Personalized Gift Ideas

Instead of buying a last-minute gift off the rack or shelves of your local big-box retailer, consider buying something a little more unique for that special person in your life. Read our list of unique personalized gifts for this holiday season.

8 U.S. Charities that Need Volunteers for the Holidays

Americans are generous people and there are many great charitable organizations across the country that work hard to take care of the poor, hungry, and homeless among us. You can contribute at the local level through a church or other charitable group, but there are also national organizations that need human power throughout the holiday season.

U.S. Real Estate Market Update – Q3 2021

As hope for a reviving economy staggers in about a year and a half after the first declaration of the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. real estate market appears to be following historical trends, albeit lacking in volume. Let’s take a look at some of the major indicators for housing in the U.S.

9 Most Common Buyer Questions Answered

Buying a home is a major life event and it can be as overwhelming as it is exciting. There’s a lot to know—especially for first-time buyers. Thankfully, you won’t be alone in the process. Your real estate agent will be a valuable resource as you navigate the market and negotiate the sales price. That said, the more information you have about the process, the better prepared you’ll be.

Five Fun Fall Activities You Can Enjoy This Autumn

Has the changing season got you excited about all of the fun fall activities you can finally do with your friends and family? Here are six of our favorite things you can do this autumn, allowing you to make the most of the fall season!

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5 Common Home Maintenance Issues & How to Prevent Them

Annoyed at costly home maintenance repairs due to housing damage? Here are five of the most common home maintenance issues and how to prevent them to keep your house and your wallet happy!

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6 Children’s Charities You Can Support

Want to support a children’s charity but don’t know which one to support? Read through these six incredible charities to see which one (or more than one!) you want to help out with your hard-earned money.

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How to Choose a Reliable Moving Company

Moving is never easy, so much planning, sorting, and organizing. You need a reliable moving company that can get the job done with the utmost care and precision. Let’s look at some tips to ensure you get a moving company that won’t let you down.

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