The National Register of Historic Places is an official list run by the National Park Service. While not every house qualifies, it's easy to nominate one.
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Owning a home is less affordable than ever, and a 2025 study from Zillow shows just how much the hidden expenses cost the average homeowner.
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Curb appeal can make or break a home sale. A well-designed exterior entryway is important, including the walkway, driveway, porch, and front door.
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Whatever your personal preference is, there's one kitchen appliance that's subject to a fair bit of controversy, but which may actually boost your home value.
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There are many factors that can add to the value of a home, and having a water view will always be one of them. Find out if a water view is a good investment.
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While the housing market is always fluctuating, a gap this big is uncommon. Whether you're planning to buy or sell, you'll want to know what this means for you.
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Delivery drivers on your property can feel like an invasion of privacy if you don't want them there, but can you legally prevent them from coming around?
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Those in the market for new homes will enjoy a whole host of benefits if they shell out some extra cash for properties in locations with this desirable trait.
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Owning a home isn't the end of the story. With all the unusual laws you have to learn about and follow, it's only the beginning. Here are some of the wildest.
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From the east coast to the west coast, here are the top spots for livability, value, jobs, and overall satisfaction, according to U.S. News' 2025 rankings.
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With its cost of living and median home cost below the national average values, this small city east of Atlanta could be the best place for your reitrement.
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Many states have laws that ensure the basic habitability of rental properties. California has recently passed a law that takes this a step further.
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A shift in credit score requirements could completely change the buying process for prospective homeowners, but there are a few caveats to keep in mind.
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If you're planning a move to a different city and you're still not sure where you want to relocate to, you might want to know which U.S. city is the safest.
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AI has given the stock market a significant boost in a volatile economy, but experts warn that the bubble could burst, and it'd eventually affect real estate.
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When you first buy a home, your monthly mortgage payment is what you tend to budget for, forgetting the other inevitable costs that are just waiting to pounce.
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Wallpaper can shape a buyer’s first impression, and the right patterns or textures can elevate a room in ways that subtly support a home’s market appeal.
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The fees you pay to a homeowners association cover a range of services. Whether or not pest control is one of those services will depend on several factors.
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Even though you pay your HOA dues, don't assume it'll help fix the damaged sidewalk in front of your home. Here's what to know when it needs maintenance.
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If you're wondering if you own the sidewalk and if you're responsible for taking care of it, the answer might be more complicated than expected.
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Whether or not wallpaper affects the value of your home is different when considering its appraised value versus what homebuyers are willing to offer.
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Concrete driveways are tough, but like other outdoor landscaping materials, they're not immune to weather extremes. Thankfully, there's a DIY fix for flaking.
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A fast-rising trend in a changing world, this driveway feature will only grow in popularity and become crucial for optimizing your home's selling potential.
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Neighbors making aesthetic decisions that impact your outdoor space is annoying, but is there anything you can do legally? Here's what we know.
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When looking for the best state to purchase a home in, combine low home prices, property taxes, and cost of living, with job opportunities and upward growth.
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Whether you've got an eerie feeling or just morbid curiosity, there are plenty of documents that can help reveal your house's history with a bit of legwork.
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HOAs get a bad rap for being nosy and picky about things like trash cans, but here's why they're so particular about keeping your garbage cans from view.
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