The Best Neighborhoods to See Holiday Lights in 2016

Forget decking the halls, the homes in these neighborhoods have decked out every inch of their abodes, from inflatable Santas and plastic icicles to light-up flamingos and LED light shows that could rival the lights in Times Square! Are you a fan of fake snow? Then we have you covered; Some of these homes are LITERALLY covered in it.

Every year, we talk to Redfin real estate agents across the country to compile a list of the top 25...

There are countless aspects to organizing a move—renting a truck, gathering moving supplies and trying to stay sane while doing it.  While you’re worrying about all the heavy lifting, you may be forgetting about other small changes that must be made.  One of these includes updating your address with certain companies.  It probably sounds tedious, but it’s very important if you want life to go smoothly at your new place.  Here is a list to help you prioritize which companies to change your addres...

Want to sell your home in the winter? You’ll need to ready it for the weather ahead, and also keep it looking beautiful and appealing to potential buyers. Here are some prep steps to get your home ready to sell in the dreary winter months:

1. Do a Deep Clean

Give your house a thorough cleaning before you open it up to potential buyers. Wipe footprints from snowy or muddy shoes, clean the carpets, dust all surfaces, and remove any moisture or debris that comes in with the...

Perhaps, the last time you moved you lived in a one-bedroom apartment. Now, you are about to move from a three-bedroom house. You are in unfamiliar moving territory. You haven’t even started to pack because you’re so overwhelmed by looking around at all the stuff in your home. You are not alone. One of the most common moving questions is: “How many boxes will I need?” Once you know the answer, it helps “move” along the packing process.

So, how do you know how many boxes to buy? We’ve have creat...

There are four things mortgage lenders look at when deciding whether to grant you financing, and having a balance of each will score you better terms and make the process go smoother. Take a look.

1. Steady Income

A consistent income that is poised to continue into the future is what lenders crave. If you had a gap in your employment in the last two years, for example, that is something that will have to be explained and documented. Lenders want assurance that the loan they are making is going...

 

 

Whatever you do, don't skip a payment and think no one will notice.

By Elizabeth Weiss

Living paycheck to paycheck is not uncommon for many homeowners.

And sometimes, when you find yourself in a bind and you’re struggling to make the next mortgage payment, you may be tempted to try to skip a payment, thinking you can repay it later once you get back on track.

But a passive approach to a financial issue — particularly one involving something as impactful as your mortgage — is not advisa...

This is no time for major updates, so stick with simple tasks to make for a festive celebration.

Hosting a holiday gathering can be a lot of fun, but perhaps a bit intimidating, too. You want your house to look its best, but now isn’t the time to undertake any major updates.

Chances are, you’re busy enough just preparing for the event. So, focus on just the areas of your house where your guests will spend time.

Whether you’re a first-time party host with a few jitters, or an old pro looking f...