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Outdated home features that could hurt resale value

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:30:25 GMT

By 2031, these 7 home features may be so outdated they're nearly worthless

Home buyers are increasingly rejecting features that were once considered luxurious, such as formal dining rooms, wall-to-wall carpeting, granite countertops, built-in entertainment centers, oversized jetted tubs and popcorn ceilings. Instead, buyers are looking for homes with smart technology integration, hardwood floors and modern, low-maintenance materials.

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Mortgage rates hit their lowest since 2022!

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 21:58:56 GMT

Mortgage Rate Milestone: 30-Year Fixed Drops Below 6%

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Home Upgrades for Resale

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:59:08 GMT

Home Upgrades That Can Pay Off at Resale

Thinking about remodeling? Before you swing a hammer or swipe that credit card, you may want to hear what the pros are saying right now about what truly pays off. In this episode of Real Estate Today , find out the home upgrades that can deliver at resale—and the ones that may surprise you. From high-return exterior improvements to smart interior renovations, learn what buyers notice and what they may even pay more for—and where homeowners tend to overspend.

10 Top Remodeling Projects to Prioritize

According to the 2025 Remodeling Impact Report , conducted by the National Association of REALTORS® and the National Association of the Remodeling Industry, the following home projects offer some of the highest estimated cost recovery at resale:

New steel front door: 100% (estimated return based on upfront cost)
Closet renovation: 83%
New fiberglass front door: 80%
New vinyl windows: 74%
New wood windows: 71%
Basement conversion to living area: 71%
Attic conversion to living area: 67%
Complete kitchen renovation: 60%
Minor kitchen upgrade: 60%
Bathroom addition: 56%

Make the most of the season by following these simple guidelines

duda@secondgen.com — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 20:03:31 GMT

The new season is a great reason to make and keep resolutions. Whether it’s eating right or cleaning out the garage, here are some tips for making and keeping resolutions.

Make a list

Lists are great ways to stay on track. Write down some big things you want to accomplish and some smaller things, too.

Check the list regularly

Don’t forget to check in and see how you’re doing. Just because you don’t achieve the big goals right away doesn’t mean you’re not making progress.

Reward yourself

When you succeed in achieving a goal, be it a big one or a small one, make sure to pat yourself on the back.

Think positively

Positive thinking is a major factor in success. So instead of mulling over things that didn’t go quite right, remind yourself of things that did.