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A common myth is that renting is cheaper than paying a mortgage. In most cases, you pay just as much in rent as you would your own mortgage. There’s no need to pay regularly to build someone else’s wealth, build your own! #realestatemyth #renting #homebuying

According to energystar.gov, the ideal home temperature should be between 70 - 78 degrees Fahrenheit (depending on the season). Where do you set your thermostat, and is it to save on energy or entirely for comfort? #thermostattemp #idealhometemp

A Quick Pro Tip: If you’re looking to make a small room in your home feel bigger, try adding a mirror or some brighter colors. These are tried and true ways to make a smaller space appear larger! ... #protip #homehacks See more

You’d be surprised how often people look at what’s behind you in your Zoom meetings. Show a bit of flair and make your at-home workplace a bit more personalized! #athomeworkspace #zoommeetings #webcambackdrops

October is Italian-American Month! How do you express your italiano heritage in your home? #italiamamericanmonth #italianhomes #october

Settling down after a long day of work is a special thing. When buying a home, remember it’s important to think about family first. #ediefalcoquote #home #family

What are some of the coziest living rooms that you’ve seen? Or maybe you're the proud owner of one yourself! I always say the more pillows the better. #livingrooms #comfy

October is national Eat Better, Eat Together month! You’d be surprised how good of a feeling it is to share a meal with your loved ones Feel free to share some of your favorite family meals in the comments. ... #eatbettereattogether #october #familydinner See more

Don’t worry about failures, worry about the chances you miss when you don’t even try.

The Housing Market Is on fire! Buyers continue to face fierce competition from a limited number of homes for sale, which continues to fuel bidding wars across the country. Nationwide, 58% of homes priced between $600,000 and $800,000 faced a bidding war in August, the most competitive price segment. When the market started getting really hot a few months ago, at first we just saw the lower-priced homes selling fast with multiple offers, now it’s nearly every home at every price level.