11 Small Bedroom Design Ideas to Maximize Space and Style

A small bedroom doesn’t have to feel cramped or cluttered. With the right small bedroom design ideas, even the tiniest room—or a cozy tiny home—can feel open, intentional, and full of personality. From clever storage solutions to creative layout tricks, smart design choices can make every square foo

Existing-Home Sales Jump 5.1% in December, Strongest Pace in Nearly Three Years

Existing-home sales posted a notable year-end rebound in December, jumping 5.1% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.35 million , according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR). After adjusting for seasonal factors, December sales were the strongest in nearly three years, marking a bro

Bond Buying Announcement Leads Surge in Mortgage Apps

As we reported last week, the announcement that Fannie and Freddie would buy $200bln in mortgage-backed securities led to a precipitous drop in rates last week. For most of Friday, the top tier 30yr fixed rate was at 5.99% for the average lender according to MND's daily mortgage rate index--the lowe

Creating a Home That Fits Your Lifestyle: 5 Design Tips for Everyday Living

Creating a home that fits your lifestyle isn’t about following trends or copying a perfectly styled space you saw online. It’s about designing a home that supports how you actually live, starting with choosing the right type of house for your needs, from busy weekday mornings to slow weekends and ev