Showcase on National Mall To Feature Latest Advances in Homebuilding Technology

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's annual housing showcase is coming back to the National Mall in Washington, D.C. this week. The event kicks off at noon Tuesday and continues through Thursday, featuring exhibits, speakers, and panel events each day. Some events, including the op

Occupied Home Staging: How It Works and What to Expect

Occupied home staging is the process of preparing a home for sale while the seller’s existing furniture and belongings remain in place. A stager may rearrange, remove, or add pieces as needed, with costs varying based on furniture needs, rooms staged, and property access.  Home staging can involve m

The Secret Lives of Subways

It’s midnight on a steamy August day and Christopher Payne is standing in the middle of a Brooklyn-bound lane of the Battery Tunnel, a mischievous smile on his face. Forty years ago, as a college student at Columbia, Payne says, he would occasionally appropriate a subway-station sign. “N... More »

Dolly Parton’s Nephew Bryan Seaver Fired as Head of Security at Late Country Icon’s Estate—Weeks After Announcing Her Death

Dolly Parton's nephew, Bryan Seaver, has been fired from his role overseeing security at the late country singer's properties—just weeks after announcing his aunt's death. Seaver, who announced the "9 to 5" hitmaker's death on Aug. 25, received notice of his termination on Sept. 16, according to TMZ