Mortgage interest rates, as reported by Freddie Mac, have increased over the last several weeks. Freddie Mac, along with Fannie Mae, the Mortgage Bankers Association and the National Association of Realtors, is calling for mortgage rates to continue to rise over the next four quarters. This has caused some purchasers to lament the fact that they may no longer be able to get a [...]
Ingredients 1 bunch celery, halved lengthwise and cut into 3- to 4-inch pieces 4 medium red sweet peppers, halved and sliced (reserve 1 slice for the face) 4 medium orange sweet peppers, bottom trimmed and reserved, halved and sliced 4 medium yellow sweet peppers, halved and sliced (reserve 1 slice for the face) 2 medium [...]
Whether your guest list is intimate or immense, these interiors will inspire you to create an elegant space in which to share holiday meals with friends and family. The neutral palette in this Bridgehampton, New York, dining room by Timothy Godbold sets a serene mood, and the round table encourages conversation. Photo by Alec Hemer [...]
The size of new homes has been growing for decades now, but it’s coming at the expense of yard space America’s homes are getting bigger, but more space comes at a price: the backyard. New single family homes are using land relative to home size at near-record levels, even after considering the number of stories [...]
8226 S 15th St, Tacoma 98465 Beautifully crafted contemporary design in desirable Titlow Beach locale. Open floor plan w/light-filled spaces & luxury galore - wood floors on main level, a huge quartz topped island in the kitchen, high end appliances, gas fireplace, custom blinds, air conditioning & ceiling fans to keep summer days cool. Main [...]
$550,000 15420 NE 140th St. Redmond, WA 98052 Once in a lifetime opportunity to build your dream home in an epic location. The Hollywood Hills neighborhood with westward views toward Chateau St. Michelle Winery and scenic valley. 1.5 acres with existing access, encircled by forest and nature. Great schools/local co-ops/golf complex nearby! Custom renderings, included [...]
And if living with winter has taught me anything, it’s to savor the warm and cozy aspects of this season. Candles, fairy lights and a roaring fire can do wonders to boost light on short, dark days and (even more important) bolster the spirits. So pour yourself a mug of hot cocoa and get cozy [...]
By Mike Rosenberg Seattle Times business reporter Seattle is now a full year into its reign as the hottest housing market in the country, an unusually long surge that doesn’t look likely to end anytime soon. Single-family home prices across the metro area grew 13.2 percent in August compared to a year prior, easily the [...]
Knowing your credit score or getting a recent copy of your credit report is one of the first steps that you can take toward knowing how ready you are to start the home buying process. Make sure all the information listed on your report is accurate and work to correct any mistakes. The higher your [...]