Remember when brass fixtures and mauve countertops were all the rage in kitchen design? How about the days of shag carpet (yes, in the bathroom) and avocado tile? Fortunately, those particular trends have come and gone. And, whether you embraced them or not, they did have an influence on the space you live in right now. Take a look through …
The majority of millennials plan to purchase a home with credit, according to a recent survey of Americans and their credit behavior commissioned by BMO Harris Bank. The survey found that 81 percent of millennials will use a line of credit versus a mortgage or loan when purchasing a home, differing from attitudes expressed by the Sandwich Generation.
Fall patio season is upon us – at least in Texas, which means hosting family and friends for cooler-weather gatherings and barbecues. Don’t fret; outdoor events don’t have to break the bank. With just a bit of creative vision and DIY savvy, you’ll have an al fresco affair to remember in no time at all.
Nearly two out of three applications for mortgages to buy a home were approved in August, a new high for purchase loan approvals. The closing rate is a new high for Ellie Mae’s monthly Origination Insights reports, which began in late 2011. Since November 2011, the purchase loan average closing rate has risen 9.9 percent. However, refi closing rates have …
When it comes to designing a home – whether it’s new construction or a renovation – choosing beautiful exterior colors and complementary accent hues is critical to creating an appealing household. “To select the right colors for your home, view siding colors as an exterior project tool that both turns a home into a showpiece and increases its value,” says …
The change of season creates a need for many adjustments around your home, from switching over wardrobes to warmer clothes, to completing necessary yard work and home repairs. You can also make adjustments to ensure you get the most out of your heating and cooling dollars as temperatures change. When you consider that space heating is the largest energy expense …
The dining table is the focal point for any dining room so if you want to brighten it up, it’s time to change out your existing dining table with something more stylish and fancy. This infographic by efurnituremart.com can help you pick just the right style of table that suits your taste.
Large lenders’ expectations that underwriting standards will ease over the next three months coincide with overall lenders’ expected pullback in the demand for single-family purchase mortgages, according to results from Fannie Mae’s third-quarter Mortgage Lender Sentiment Survey. The share of lenders who expect purchase mortgage demand to go up over the next three months decreased significantly – between 26 to …
Every generation of homeowners has its design priorities. Baby boomers look for home design that will let them age in place, while generation X wants features that facilitate busy lifestyles. Millennials crave interior decor that meshes with their technology, blending energy efficiency, family-friendly features and plenty of personalization. Since many millennials are starting out in their personal and professional lives, …
