Sandie Bobus The Coldwell Banker Market Watch

		Whether you're buying, selling, or staying put, home renovations can be a huge project. If you're looking to cut costs or need to know the right questions to ask a contractor, check out the articles below. And make sure to peruse the world of TikTok renovations - you'll never know when inspiration can hit!
		REAL ESTATE   BUSINESS   PERSONAL 8 TikTok accounts to follow if renovations are your thing  Hiring a contractor? Ask these 10 questions 19 ways to cut costs on your home remodel
		REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY UPDATES Existing home sales up 8.5% from last year  Pending home sales decreased 2.2%  Fixed mortgage rates jumped to 3.45%

		GENERAL NEWS & VIEWS   THOUSANDS PLANNING TO SWITCH BACK TO OLD TECH IN 2026 Next year, a woman will ditch her smartphone, deactivate all social media, cancel streaming services and return to a simpler time - she’s not alone.  MORE   PANTONE’S TONED-DOWN 2026 COLOR PICK: IS IT GOOD FOR REAL ESTATE? 2026 color pick is softer, moodier, and sparking debate. Is it a win for home design and real estate - or a tough sell?  MORE   THE MOST COMMON PASSWORDS BY GENERATION Some passwords never seem to go out of style — here’s what each generation uses most. If you're thinking 123456 made the list, you're right.  MORE		DID YOU KNOW?         A treehouse took 14 years to build       242 North Village Court 470 East Balsam Lane 1228 North Elmwood Avenue

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