U.S. Consumer Confidence Improves in July

Americans remain concerned about tariffs, but confidence rose two points to 97.2 in July, up from 95.2 the previous month.

Home Decorating Trends to Watch

The most current home trends blend comfort and function with cozy spaces, English kitchens, arches, wet rooms, solar power and bold layered design.

Mortgage Rates Hold Perfectly Flat to Start New Week

If any given week of movement in the mortgage rate world came with disclaimer, this one would be: "Warning. An absence of volatility on Monday has no bearing on odds for volatility in the rest of the week." More simply put, you're essentially guaranteed to see more rate movement over the next 4 days

Smart Home Gadgets You Should Own In 2025

Devices that include smart video doorbells, outdoor cameras and thermostats offer more control, better security and improved energy savings at home.