Homes constructed with a unique dome shape, also known as “dome homes,” are rising in popularity – and for good reason. Dome homes are built to endure extreme weather, which makes them an excellent housing option in areas that are prone to natural disasters. These properties are also energy efficient, and homeowners who reside in dome homes save a notable amount of money on bills each month. Not only that, but the cost of buying a dome home is about the same as any traditional home, except these dwellings are truly one of a kind. When Pamela Voss and her…
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As the “going green” movement continues to gain traction, many people have become increasingly interested in renewable energy. Solar panels are often touted as a great way for homeowners to save money while conserving electricity. However, a real estate agent on TikTok has recently warned viewers of the unexpected pitfalls of buying a home that has solar panels. In a video that has since garnered over 207,000 views, the Virginia-based realtor offered a thorough explanation as to why she recommends avoiding solar panels at all costs. Solar Panels Can Cost You Big Time in the Long Run Source: Wikimedia Commons…
Recently, a man bought an abandoned property with plans to transform it into a home for his family. He had no idea he would discover all he needed to become a doomsday prepper. Dean Anderson shared the incredible story of his Montana home with the news aggregator, Knewz. Anderson’s house is just one of so many others that were built in an area with a unique building plan—the homes are mostly underground! Going Fishing and Landing the Catch of the Day Source: Kristen Dirksen/YouTube According to Anderson, he had been searching for a “fixer-upper” after a fishing trip from Atlanta…
Brian Johnson resides on a sprawling property in Northern California that his family has owned for 90 years. The affluent area of Stinson Beach is frequented by wealthy and elite beach-goers. Johnson’s life may seem charmed, but living on Stinson Beach has proven to be a headache for him and his relatives. For almost a decade, Johnson has been trying to get permission from the local council to renovate a dilapidated beach shack that resides on his family’s property. After being denied year after year, he and his family are finally ready to fight for their right to build on…
When Kimberly Hanberry Shelton shared a sweet video of her 94-year-old neighbor’s morning ritual, she hardly expected to get such an overwhelming response. Shelton took to TikTok under the handle @kimberlyhanberry to share a clip of her elderly neighbor peering over their fence to greet her two golden retrievers, Charlie and Doug. The South Carolina woman kept her camera rolling from afar as she observed the man patiently wait for the dogs to come over to him, just as he does every morning. In the video’s caption, she fondly refers to her kind neighbor as “Mr. Bill.” Mr. Bill has…
As affordable housing continues to be a mounting problem in America, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has issued a fair warning about the future of the real estate market. While some believe the problem has persisted due to inflation and the lack of supply financing resources, the presidential candidate is convinced that there is a bigger culprit that needs to be held accountable. Kennedy insists that big corporations are to blame for how impossible it has become for middle-class Americans to purchase a home. At a recent speaking engagement in Los Angeles, RFK said, “The real reason that housing has outpaced…
Renting your home out as an Airbnb can be a great way to earn some extra income, but it’s important to be aware of the drawbacks of listing your home on the online marketplace. One Airbnb host in California had to learn the hard way that certain rules and guidelines need to be followed to ensure that everything goes according to plan. Sascha Jovanovic, an LA-based dentist, decided to offer his home to guests through Airbnb. However, he has been dealing with a whirlwind of problems after failing to properly register his guesthouse. A Long-Term Airbnb Guest Source: drsaschajovanovic/Instagram Due…
Some hotels are now charging guests for simple perks that were once complimentary. A hotel stay used to come with an array of amenities, but some insist there is now a “price of convenience.” The Wall Street Journal recently revealed a growing trend within the hospitality industry that aims to nickel-and-dime hotel guests for standard requests such as an early check-in or a late checkout time. Hotel guests will now be expected to pay a considerable fee to access their rooms early and to linger a little bit longer. Guests of the Hotel Nikko in San Francisco are now charged…
Betsy Sweeny has a passion for restoring historic homes. After quitting her full-time job in 2019 to restore historic buildings, she rented a loft in Wheeling, West Virginia. The West Virginia native spent much of her time working as an architectural historian at the Wheeling National Heritage Area. She quickly fell in love with the quaint city, but she had no plans to purchase a property in the area until she stumbled upon the McLain House. After putting down $16,500 for the historic property, Sweeny was ready to transform the McLain House into a masterpiece. A House With Immense Potential…
Millennials, or people who were born between 1981 and 1996, have struggled to purchase their first home for a number of reasons. As inflation continues to soar and the housing market is at an all-time high, millennials are left with few options to become homeowners. But despite all of the aforementioned roadblocks, millennials are even more skittish to buy a house for reasons you might not have considered. Climate change is a big concern for prospective home buyers between the ages of 27 to 42. According to Zillow’s annual Consumer Housing Trends report, millennials have backed off from trying to…