Going into 2023, there was a lot of talk about a possible recession that would cause the housing market to crash.… Read More

I can clearly recall the days of sitting on a concrete step that overlooked my quadplex’s garages with my husband Charles during the pandemic, talking about how much we wished … Read More

If you’ve been thinking about buying a home, mortgage rates are probably top of mind for you.… Read More

I have a sneaking suspicion this might be your favorite bathroom in the house (and there will be no hard feelings:) While I love our primary bath so much (and … Read More

If you’re trying to buy a home and are having a hard time finding one you can afford, it may be time to consider a fixer-upper.… Read More

Wouldn’t you know it, but turns out the guest bath, the one that I’ve never really even used, is quite possibly my favorite now that it’s done. So today we … Read More

Happy Sunday everyone! Well, this past week was a great one because Em and the LA gals got to spend some much-needed quality time together. We, of course, wised Gretchen … Read More

I am of the demographic that feels frustrated when what is “in” looks decidedly bad on many of us (IMHO). So many of my friends are with me, thinking “Wait, … Read More

Wondering if now’s a good time to sell your house?… Read More

I know it can seem a little mysterious how people, designers, and publications “call trends”. HOW DO THEY KNOW?? Well, first off these “calls” are mostly just educated guesses and … Read More

If you’re taking a look at your expenses as you retire, saving money where you can has a lot of appeal.… Read More

Hello, it’s me – the lunatic who spent thousands of dollars wallpapering her rental apartment. (The full cost breakdown from 2021 is here, in case you’re interested.) Do I regret … Read More