Author Archives: Sabrina Mapes

The following tips not only may have cost-saving benefits, but some eco-friendly features may help you sell your home faster. The market for sustainable home products has exploded in recent years, offering homeowners the opportunity to practice energy and water conservation right at home. Zillow researchers named sustainability a top home trend for 2022, especially among […]

Homeowners expect to invest in features to make their homes more comfortable, livable and sustainable. High style will take a back seat to comfort and calm in 2022 as homeowners invest in features and projects that foster a sense of renewal and reflect core values around sustainability and self-care, Zillow analysts predict. Projects and features […]

It’s usually around this time of year, with the holiday season firmly in the rearview mirror, that homebuyers and sellers alike begin to make their way back into the market. That will continue to pick up each week until March arrives. At that point, the industry’s busy season—known as the spring real estate market—will be […]

As the crisp air settles in, you might be planning a fall renovation. Maybe you’ll finally replace that horribly lumpy sofa or get around to painting your 1970s bathroom a warm rose instead of avocado green. Unfortunately, those seemingly simple upgrades may not be quite so easy this year. Thanks to myriad supply chain issues […]

Has the COVID-19 pandemic made you feel like your suddenly overstuffed home somehow shrank? Or do you live in a medium-sized home you wish was (extra) large? Or maybe you want to upsize, but the current market’s high prices has you making do with less room. If you’ve outgrown your space—or simply want to maximize your […]

Moving is often one of the most stressful and emotional life events. Try these strategies to stay calm. Moving can be one of the most exciting times in life, but it can also be one of the most stressful. In a Zillow survey of recent movers, about half said they experienced stress (55%) and anxiety (48%) […]

In today’s hot housing market, buyers are likely to consider every available home for sale. And while each home has its unique charms, newly built homes and resale homes come with different upsides and downsides.  As you weigh whether to buy a brand new home or a pre-owned one, here are some factors to consider. […]

Getting snowed in can be magical, but you’ll want to prepare. If you own a home in a region of serious winters, where driving gets hazardous and pipes freeze, it’s important to plan ahead and have supplies ready. Doing so could save you time and money, and prevent you from spending the cozy season making serious […]

Buying a larger home is a major decision. Weighing a few main points can help make sure it’s the right one. Maybe you’re feeling the squeeze from family visits over the holidays, maybe your own family is growing or maybe you simply want more space. You’re not alone. In the United States, the average number of […]

How to sell a home in the winter Today’s housing market remains the hottest on record so it’s no surprise that homes are selling quickly even when it’s cold out. The winter months have traditionally been the slowest season for home sales, especially in colder climates. But the dynamics driving the market — namely a […]