Latest Trends in Home Design: What’s Hot in 2026?

Latest Trends in Home Design: What’s Hot in 2026? Home design is having a moment, and 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting years yet for anyone looking to refresh their space. Whether you’re dreaming of a cozy sanctuary or a modern showstopper, this year’s trends offer something for eve

Mortgage Applications for Refinancing Drop 18% as Interest Rates Rise

Mortgage refinancing activity pulled back sharply this week, as higher interest rates put a damper on refi originations. The Mortgage Bankers Association's refinance index dropped 18% for the week ending May 22, compared to a week earlier. The group estimates that average 30-year fixed mortgage rate

Artist Colony Made Famous by ‘Hippies’ and Rock Stars Comes Into Its Own as Luxury Destination

Woodstock, NY, has one of the most recognizable names in real estate, thanks to a world-renowned music festival that didn't even take place in the town. The name conjures up images of Jimi Hendrix letting loose with "The Star Spangled Banner," Joe Cocker's famous gyrations, and an ominous warning no

Why Mortgage Rates Just Hit a 9-Month High—and What It Means for Buyers and Sellers

As summer unofficially begins, mortgage rates have climbed to their highest level in nine months, propelled higher by soaring energy costs stemming from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Freddie Mac reported last Thursday that the average 30-year fixed home loan rate reached 6.51%, a benchmar