Lisa Sillstramaglia THE REAL ESTATE PULSE

		As the air turns crisp and kitchens start to fill with familiar aromas, it’s clear the season of food, family, and festive moments has arrived. Whether you’re hosting, cooking, or just showing up with your favorite, The Dish is filled with ideas to make every meal memorable — from spooky spreads to holiday staples that bring everyone together.
		HALLOWEEN   THANKSGIVING   HOLIDAY Spooktacular Halloween spreads Unbelievable grocery sales, and the most-forgotten Thanksgiving items Most popular holiday recipes, in every U.S. state
		REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY UPDATES Existing home sales increase 4.1% Average mortgage rates drop from last month 2.1% increase in median home sales price

		GENERAL NEWS & VIEWS   WHY WE STAY UP TOO LATE: REVENGE BEDTIME PROCRASTINATION Ever stay up too late just to squeeze in “me time”? There’s actually a name for that.  MORE   9 MOOD-LIFTING IDEAS FOR A COZIER HOME THIS WINTER Banish the winter blahs for a radically better outlook this season.  MORE   COLOR CAPPING: THE BIGGEST INTERIOR DESIGN TREND OF 2026 There’s a softer, more sophisticated paint trend on the rise. Color capping layers graduated shades, making rooms feel taller.  MORE		DID YOU KNOW?         Why it’s called “real estate”

		Lisa Sillstramaglia  (630) 964-1855 [email protected]