August, a month synonymous with warmth, adventure, and a vibrant energy, has arrived with its unique charm and allure. As the sun-soaked days stretch on, August offers us the perfect opportunity to slow down, bask in the warmth, and appreciate the simple pleasures that life has to offer us. As always, we have curated a collection of recommended reads, thought-provoking articles, and noteworthy resources to expand your knowledge ands stimulate your curiosity.
Happy reading!
Real Estate in the News
Selling Your House? Check Your Feelings at the Door
Selling your home can be a very emotional decision because this is where many milestones in your life occurred. Perhaps it was your very first home, or the first home you bought with your significant other. And if you’ve lovingly and painstakingly made renovations and upgrades, the home may hold even more significance. However, when you decide to put your home on the market, it’s best to keep your feelings in check.
Houston unlocks top-drawer ranking for most million-dollar homes in the U.S.
With median home prices sitting at $340,000, it takes quite the leap for the average Houston home to be considered a luxury listing. And yet there are plenty; 11.4 percent of all real estate listings in Houston are homes worth more than $1 million, according to a new study.
With key artifacts, interactive installations, infographics, and life-size statues of your favorite Super Heroes, this exhibition is the greatest in Marvel’s 80+ year history.
See it all, from the iconic characters to the creators who’ve told the stories in the original comic books and in the big-screen blockbusters.
Think back to this time last year when the “coastal grandma” trend was influencing both how people dress and how they decorate their homes. In the fashion world, this look falls somewhere between beachy and bougie, with pieces like a chunky-knit sweater layered over flowing white linen pants. (Think: Diane Keaton on the beach in the movie “Something’s Gotta Give.”)
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