Natalie Locke

Break Up the Monotony of a Stark White Kitchen

If you’ve been paying attention to what’s popular in modern kitchens these days, you would’ve noticed that white is hotter than ever. And despite their fame these days, white kitchens are as classic and timeless as they come. But how much white is too much? How can you strike that fine balance between bright and […]

Can You Gift Money for a Down Payment? Yes! And Here’s How

These days, it can be pretty tough to scrape together a good chunk of change to use as a down payment for a home. The financial recession, housing crisis, and weak job market hit a lot of Americans hard. And the millennial generation of today is taking their time moving out of their parents’ homes […]

9 Out of 10 of the Priciest Real Estate Markets in the Country Are in California

There is so much that attracts people by the hoards to California. From the climate, to the cultural diversity, to the employment opportunities, California certainly has a lot to offer. With such popularity, it’s no wonder that housing prices in many communities throughout the state are comparably more expensive than other parts of the country. […]

7 Interior Design Trends to Look Out For in 2016

Ready to revamp your home’s interior? Even if a redesign hasn’t crossed your mind, you might have a change of heart when you take a gander at the following interior design trends that the fussiest top designers in the industry say will be big in 2016. And it seems as though this is going to […]

Infographic: Your 11-Item Checklist to Determine if That Neighborhood Is Right for You

Infographic: This Is What Millennials Look for In Real Estate

5 Key Stages of a Major Home Rehab Job

So you want to rip out your old kitchen in favor of a more modern one. Or maybe you want to completely revamp the layout of the main floor of your home. These are major rehab jobs that, while requiring a lot of work and money, can do wonders to enhance the look of your […]

What Millennial Homebuyers Are Actually Looking For in 2016

Millennials have been pretty slow to embrace homeownership up until recently, for a variety of reasons. This demographic – also referred to as ‘Generation Y’ – have faced some unique obstacles and are living in a much different world than generations past. From mounting student debt to living through the brutal recession eight years ago, […]