Celia Mateo and Luis Miguel González, the owners of this apartment in Barcelona, Spain, found themselves at a crossroads. They had to decide whether to revamp their home — which had a layout that didn’t work for them — or move to a new one. They opted…
Fannie, Freddie Tighten Rules for Condos in Vacation Locales
Getting a mortgage for a resort-area condo might become more difficult after Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac moved to tighten rules on buildings with many short-term rentals and hotel-like amenities.
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Fannie, Freddie Tighten Rules for Condos in Vacation Locales
Getting a mortgage for a resort-area condo might become more difficult after Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac moved to tighten rules on buildings with many short-term rentals and hotel-like amenities.
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Pantone’s 2021 Color of the Year Looks Optimistic in Landscapes (16 photos)
A splash of sunny yellow in your outdoor space might be just the ticket to lift your mood. This year, the Pantone Color Institute has come out with two selections for their annual Color of the Year: Illuminating, a bright, citrusy yellow, and Ultimate…
What to Know About Engineered Wood Floors (6 photos)
If you’re on the hunt for a long-lasting floor material with a classic look, you might want to consider engineered wood flooring. This material has the beauty of solid wood and the durability of laminate and can work with most design styles and in man…
How to Keep Your Kitchen’s Stainless Steel Spotless (6 photos)
Stainless steel is a beautiful finish, but to keep it looking its best, especially if you have a family of little ones, can be a big job. Here are a few quick cleaning tips to help you keep your stainless steel gleaming.
If a Sale Doesn’t Go Through, Who Pays the Appraisal Fee?
If you’re buying a home, and the sale falls through after the home appraisal, who pays the home appraisal fee, the buyer or the seller?
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If a Sale Doesn’t Go Through, Who Pays the Appraisal Fee?
If you’re buying a home, and the sale falls through after the home appraisal, who pays the home appraisal fee, the buyer or the seller?
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Georgia Basement With New Orleans-Inspired Style (9 photos)
This family moves around the country a lot, and its favorite home city is New Orleans. So when it moved to Alpharetta, Georgia, it wanted to bring some Crescent City flavor into its home. “This basement was definitely not a typical design for me. It’s…
Make the Most of Your Garden During the Quiet Season (9 photos)
With a little bit of effort, gardens can be just as beautiful through the coldest months of the year as they are during the warm season. Stripped free of deciduous leaves and showy flowers, winter gardens shine with subtle textures and the stately for…