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February 2, 2017

Tips on Applying for a Mortgage After a Foreclosure

Recovering from a negative credit event like a foreclosure can take years -- seven years in many cases. A growing number of Americans are reaching that juncture after going into foreclosure early The post Tips on Applying for a Mortgage After a Foreclosure appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

The Hard-Won Kitchen Organization Advice of Bon Apptit Staffers

When Bon Apptit moved offices, the test-kitchen staff learned a lot about how to organize their pots, pans, and pantry. Here they share those lessons. The post The Hard-Won Kitchen Organization Advice of Bon Apptit Staffers appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Couldn't Sell Your Home Last Season? Here's How to Relist It So It'll Move

It's not as easy as pulling it off the market and relisting fresh the next day, but you can turn a stale listing into one that sells. Here's how. The post Couldn't Sell Your Home Last Season? Here's How to Relist It So It'll Move appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Think You Don't Need Flood Insurance? Think Again

High-profile flooding draws attention to at-risk areas, but many homes that experience flooding are in low-risk areas. Learn more about flood insurance. The post Think You Don't Need Flood Insurance? Think Again appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Rebates drive grass removal frenzy during California drought

Homeowners are swapping out traditional lawns for drought-tolerant plants and shrub

February 2, 2017

Your Pipes Are Gross, but That's OK -- and 8 Other Things Your Plumber Wishes You Knew

Hiring a plumber can be stressful when you're not sure what's involved or how much it'll cost. Here are nine things plumbers wish their clients understood. The post Your Pipes Are Gross, but That's OK -- and 8 Other Things Your Plumber Wishes You Knew appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Why You Should Move Before the Baby Comes. Or, Wait -- Why You Shouldn't

Hauling heavy boxes with a baby bump or carting along a newborn to open houses? Why you should -- or shouldn't -- move when you're pregnant. The post Why You Should Move Before the Baby Comes. Or, Wait -- Why You Shouldn't appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

The Ultimate Open House Checklist: Every Other Room

Let's turn our attention to the supporting players of the open house -- the mudroom, laundry room, attic, and basement -- and get them ready for visitors. The post The Ultimate Open House Checklist: Every Other Room appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Best apps for finding a home

The smartphone is the single most important house hunting tool.

February 2, 2017

Considering a Reverse Mortgage? The Rules Have Changed

blueflames/iStock New regulations that went into effect last month aim to make sure that seniors don't get themselves into financial trouble if they take out a reverse mortgage. Seniors may The post Considering a Reverse Mortgage? The Rules Have Changed appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.