This day honors the brave men and women who have sacrificed their lives to defend America's freedom.It became an official federal holiday in 1971.
Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries and memorials.
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Honoring Our Nation’s Heroes on Memorial Day.
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Home Renovations That Will Boost Your Listing Price the Most
Certain home renovations can significantly increase selling prices, with "new landscape" yielding the highest boost at 8.1%, equating to a $34,794 increase for median-priced homes. "Renovated kitchen" followed with a 7% increase, while "remodeled kitchen" added only 4%. Updates to kitchens and bathrooms generally provide better returns than less visible renovations. Notably, "new roof" only raised prices by 1.1%. Visible improvements are more appealing to buyers, emphasizing the importance of curb appeal in home sales.
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DC: Offices to Co-Living for Housing
Washington, D.C. could convert vacant office buildings into co-living units to combat housing and homelessness.A proposed downtown D.C. building could hold 530 microapartments, with shared kitchens and bathrooms.
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Spring Home Design Trends: What’s Blooming in 2025?
Spring decor trends for 2025 focus on brightening spaces, replacing dark tones with fresh, vibrant colors.
Neutrals with pops of color add sophistication, with bold splashes creating a lively yet elegant atmosphere. -
Property Tax Trends Across the US
Rising property values have led to higher tax burdens, though some states cap assessments to limit drastic increases.
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Home Appraisal Checklist & Process: A Complete Guide
A home appraisal is essential in real estate transactions, impacting both buyers and sellers. Sellers should prepare by making repairs and enhancing curb appeal, while buyers need to understand how their loan type affects the appraisal process. Appraisers evaluate a home's value based on its condition, features, and comparable sales. Issues like mold or inadequate systems must be addressed before approval. Market conditions can influence appraisal values, and maintaining records of improvements can help maximize a home's worth.
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Selling Your Home in 2025? Expect More Competition
More homeowners will list their properties as mortgage rates stabilize, improving inventory but increasing competition.Buyers may gain leverage, leading sellers to offer price cuts or concessions in competitive markets.
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New Tariffs Could Raise Construction Costs by 60%!
U.S. construction faces rising costs as new tariffs could increase material prices by up to 60%.
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Follow These 5 Steps to Own a Home in 2025!
Before buying a house in 2025, ensure you are debt-free and have 3–6 months of expenses saved.
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Happy Mother’s Day
Mother's Day is a celebration honoring the mother of the family or individual, as well as motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society.
The origins of commemorating motherhood dates back to the Ancient Greeks, where in spring festival, they celebrated the goddess Rhea, considered the Mother of the Gods.
Anna Jarvis’s lobbying of President Woodrow Wilson resulted in Mother’s Day becoming an official American holiday in 1914.
Many other countries around the world also celebrate Mother's Day, including Canada, with festivities, dinners, pampering and gifts.