11½ Ways to be a More Congenial Air Traveler
(TNS)—Recently I travelled via airplane. As is often the case, my seatmate didn't acknowledge my existence with so much as...
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Seven Bad Habits to Quit in 2016 (and Why Ditching Them Can Make This Your Happiest Year Yet)
Life is built on routines. It's easy to go years—or even decades—without consciously assessing what's working and what's not. As...
U.S. Home Values Gained $1.1 Trillion in 2015
The value of all homes nationwide grew $1.1 trillion in 2015, and is expected to end the year at $28.5 trillion total. The...
Consumers Have Confidence in 2016
The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index®, which had decreased moderately in November, improved in December. The Index now stands at...
Leveraging the International Market
Working outside your direct market can up your real estate game. As the new years dawns, Eli Tene of CENTURY...
Is Coming to Work Sick Really a Good Idea?
(TNS)—Too ill to work? Many people, and especially those with paid sick leave, stay home. However, even people with sick...
November Brings Modest Decrease in Pending Home Sales
Pending home sales in November slightly declined for the third time in four months as buyers continue to battle both rising...
How Much Do Homicides Affect U.S. Home Values?
Homicides wipe a whopping $2.3 billion off the U.S. property market every year. Though it's no surprise that a murder on...
More States Find Housing Stability
The U.S. housing market continues to improve with two additional states--New York and Kansas--entering their outer range of stable housing...
Mortgage Interest Rates Move Lower in November
Nationally, interest rates on conventional purchase-money mortgages decreased from October to November, according to several indices of new mortgage contracts....
How to Host a Successful Open House in Winter
The winter months create some unique challenges for holding an open house, and preparation for these cold or snowy days is important for success. Read more.
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