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Current Home Design Trends That Will Stick Around

Although some design fads are happily left in the past (I'm looking at you, pastel bathroom fixtures), others become popular and versatile enough to persist beyond their initial emergence. Now that we're more than half way through 2017, MSN asked design professionals to highlight the trends they've seen this year that they think have the best shot at sticking around into the future. Keep reading to see what they came up with!

7 Mistakes That Will Sink Your Offer

After searching high and low, you've finally decided on the perfect place to call home! This is an exciting time, but remember to keep your expectations in check; after all, the house isn't yours until you craft the winning offer. In the strong seller's markets that dominate much of the country today, this can be easier said than done. Although there is no way to guarantee that your offer comes out on top, avoiding these common mistakes can maximize your chances!

Looking to Buy? Beware These Red Flags.

Going to an open house is exciting! You get to find answers to all those details that the listing didn't mention while seeing big items like appliances and closets up-close. However, don't be blinded by the nice brochure or fresh paint; sometimes homes are hiding something. Realtor.com has made a list of ten red flags to be on the lookout for at any open house. Some of these issues could be nothing, but you should always look into them to be safe!