Heat waves continue to affect most of the U.S. this summer. Here's how you can protect your HVAC system during the heat and conserve energy...
November 2025
Key takeaways: Escrow ensures fairness and security by holding funds or documents with a neutral third party until all transaction terms are met. There are two main types of escrow: Transaction escrow (during the purchase) and mortgage escrow (after closing). Escrow accounts simplify ownership costs by combining property taxes and insurance into one predictable monthly payment. They also reduce risk...
If you’ve been wondering how long you have to buy a house after selling one to avoid a tax penalty, you’re dealing with a widely circulated, but outdated belief. The idea that you must purchase another home within a specified window after selling your current one in order to avoid taxes is no longer accurate. Rather than focusing on a deadline for buying another house, current U.S. tax law hinges on...
Heat waves continue to affect most of the U.S. this summer. Here's how you can protect your HVAC system during the heat and conserve energy...
Heat waves continue to affect most of the U.S. this summer. Here's how you can protect your HVAC system during the heat and conserve energy...
Let’s face it, clutter happens to the best of us. Piles of mail, overflowing closets, and that random collection of “maybe I’ll use it someday” items can quickly make your home feel smaller and more chaotic than it really is. That’s where smart declutter tips come in. In this Redfin guide, we’ll show you practical, budget-friendly ways to reclaim your space, simplify your daily life, and...
Key takeaways: Get your finances in order early to know what you can afford. Find the right team – a great agent and lender make all the difference. Stay organized from preapproval to closing to make the process smoother. You’ve been scrolling listings for weeks, maybe a craftsman-style home in Seattle, WA or a sunny condo in Nashville, TN. Exciting, but overwhelming too. Between preapproval,...
Moving into a new home is exciting, but that feeling can quickly be replaced with dread when you’re faced with a sea of moving boxes. Whether you’ve relocated across town or across the country, having a clear plan for unpacking will help you settle in faster. Here’s a practical step-by-step guide to make unpacking after a move as stress-free as possible. 1. Clean your space before unpacking Before...
Heat waves continue to affect most of the U.S. this summer. Here's how you can protect your HVAC system during the heat and conserve energy...
Moving into a new home is exciting, but an often-overlooked step of the homebuying process is setting up utilities for your new house. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer in Phoenix or relocating to a new house in Detroit, making sure your electricity, water, gas, and internet are ready to go will make for a much smoother move. Here’s a complete guide on how to set up utilities so your new home is...