The Compression Effect: Where Buyers Are Still Competing Despite Higher Rates
Ryan Cook Published on: 05/01/2026Buyer demand hasn’t disappeared — it’s compressed. Learn where homes still sell fast and how agents can explain risk with clarity.
Ryan Cook Published on: 05/01/2026
The New Texture Movement: Why Backsplashes Are Getting Warmer in 2025
Ryan Cook Published on: 12/11/2025
Honed stone, matte tile, and fluted patterns are redefining New England kitchens. Here’s why textured backsplashes are the biggest design trend of 2025.
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Why Kitchen Islands Are Getting Smaller (And Better)
Ryan Cook Published on: 12/04/2025
Oversized kitchen islands are out — functional, cozy, smaller islands are in. Here’s why the trend is booming in New England homes.
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The New Fireplace Rulebook: Why “Fake Flames” Are Winning Winter
Ryan Cook Published on: 11/20/2025
Electric and water-vapor fireplaces are redefining New England design. Here’s why they’re everywhere this winter.
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