As the chill of winter begins to fade away, it's time to start thinking about refreshing your outdoor living space. Whether you have a sprawling backyard or a cozy balcony, there are plenty of ways to upgrade your outdoor area and make it the perfect spot for enjoying the upcoming warmer weather

If you're thinking about buying or selling a house, it's important to know that it doesn't just affect your life, but also your community.The National Association of Realtors (NAR) releases a report every year to show how much economic activity is generated by home sales. The chart below illustrates

When you look at the numbers today, the one thing that stands out is the strength of this housing market. We can see this is one of the most foundationally strong housing markets of our lifetime – if not the strongest housing market of our lifetime. Here are two fundamentals that prove this point. 1