I've loved living in a tiny home for the past 3 years — but I know I can't and won't live this way forever

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Author Elin Schmidt standing on deck at tiny home
Living in my tiny-home community in California has changed my life for the better, but I'm not sure I can see myself staying here forever.

Elin Schmidt

10 US cities where home values are actually increasing

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Charleston, South Carolina.
Charleston, South Carolina.

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The hottest real estate markets for 2026 are reaping the benefits of RTO

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The Manhattan skyline.
New York City.

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Our kitchen remodel cost $10,000. We stand by 3 controversial design choices we made to save money and open up the space.

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Kitchen with wood floors, white island, white table, and modern white chairs with metal base
Our home was outdated, so we immediately updated the kitchen.

Jenna DeLaurentis

I shopped at Michaels and Hobby Lobby for holiday decor. My teen has a clear favorite, but I'm torn.

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Composite of image of author Terri Peters smiling outside of a Michaels and smiling outside of a Hobby Lobby
Both Michaels and Hobby Lobby have tons of seasonal sales and home decor, but the retailers are quite different.

Terri Peters

I got divorced and moved to Paris at 57. I'm happy I retired in Europe, but life abroad isn't always a fairytale.

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A selfie of Lisa La Valle
Lisa La Valle

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I moved from New York City to a small town in the mountains. It's not as cheap as I expected, but I have no regrets.

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Lydia Warren in the Catskills.
Lydia Warren in the Catskills.

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A semi-retired boomer's Florida house doubled in value in 7 years, so she sold it and downsized to travel more

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Barbara White, 72, standing outside the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
Barbara White, 72, on a recent trip to Paris, France.

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Welcome to the 'Hamptons of England'

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The Cotswolds

Frederick Hunt for B

When I saw a British newspaper warning that rich Americans were "invading" the Cotswolds, I had to see for myself if the headlines matched reality.

The Asian island where retirees from around the world are starting over

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A collage of images on polaroid featuring Penang landmarks and portraits of the individuals within the stories
The Malaysia My Second Home visa program attracts foreigners to live in Malaysia.

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