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Brittany Anas

    About Me

    Brittany Anas is a former newspaper reporter (The Denver Post, Boulder Daily Camera) turned freelance writer. Before she struck out on her own, she covered just about every beat — from higher education to crime. Now she writes about travel and lifestyle topics for Men’s Journal, Forbes, Simplemost, Shondaland, Livability, Hearst newspapers, TripSavvy and more. In her free time, she coaches basketball, crashes pools, and loves hanging out with her rude-but-adorable Boston Terrier that never got the memo the breed is nicknamed "America’s gentleman."

    Latest Stories

    I Regret Having This Luxe Feature in My Bathroom
    I was so excited for our beautiful, luxury bathroom. But maintaining it is a pain.
    Brittany Anas
    Feb 16, 2026
    I Know What Stagers Always Buy At Thrift Stores
    According to pros.
    Brittany Anas
    Feb 11, 2026
    My Grandma's "One-of-a-Kind" Space in Her House Is a Vintage Staple
    Growing up, I thought my grandma's sewing room was a one-of-a-kind space. Now, it is.
    Brittany Anas
    Dec 9, 2025
    This “Deep” Bedroom Paint Color Instantly Makes Your Home More Valuable
    It doesn't fare as well in living rooms.
    Brittany Anas
    Oct 21, 2025
    This ’90s Front Door Trend Is Officially Out — Here’s What’s Replacing It
    According to real estate experts.
    Brittany Anas
    Oct 14, 2025
    I Tried the “Name Your Brain” Method for a Mindset Shift
    And it didn't go as expected.
    Brittany Anas
    Aug 18, 2025
    The Simple “Layering” Secret Behind Homes That Always Smell Fresh
    Yes, your home deserves a signature scent.
    Brittany Anas
    Jun 30, 2025
    Move Over, Subway Tiles: Here Are the Kitchen Tile Trends That Are In (and Out) for 2025
    The word of the year seems to be “imperfect.”
    Brittany Anas
    Jun 19, 2025
    I Re-created a ’90s “Computer Room” in My Home — And Cut My Screen Time by 80%
    Dial-up sound effects not included.
    Brittany Anas
    May 1, 2025
    7 Super Annoying Moving Tasks That You'll Never Have to Do Yourself
    You can majorly cut down your to-do list.
    Brittany Anas
    Apr 29, 2025
    This ’90s Kitchen Island Trend Is Being Replaced with Something Far More Practical
    It makes perfect sense.
    Brittany Anas
    Apr 21, 2025
    This '90s Kitchen Staple Is Being Replaced with Something Far More Practical
    It’s such a throwback.
    Brittany Anas
    Mar 25, 2025
    6 Luxury Bathroom Features That Buyers Regret
    They look great — but they might not be worth the hassle.
    Brittany Anas
    Mar 4, 2025
    6 Kitchen “Icks” That Instantly Turn Off Homebuyers, According to Real Estate Pros
    Real estate and design pros share what’s ruining kitchens.
    Brittany Anas
    Feb 13, 2025
    Surprise! These Are the 10 Best Markets for First-Time Homebuyers in 2025
    Would you move to one of these cities?
    Brittany Anas
    Feb 13, 2025
    I Asked 15 People How They Love to Spend Valentine's Day Solo
    And I'm stealing their brilliant ideas!
    Brittany Anas
    Feb 11, 2025
    3 Original Home Features That Are Incredibly Valuable
    They're so gorgeous — and valuable.
    Brittany Anas
    Feb 10, 2025
    I Tried the "One Touch" Rule to Keep My Digital Clutter at Bay
    It takes seconds, but saves hours.
    Brittany Anas
    Feb 4, 2025
    The One Type of Clutter You Should Get Rid of Before the End of Winter
    It’s taking up way too much space, in every way.
    Brittany Anas
    Jan 25, 2025
    White Is No Longer the Most Popular Kitchen Color. This Hue Has Officially Stolen the Title (Two Years in a Row!)
    Plus, other incoming kitchen design trends you need to see.
    Brittany Anas
    Jan 17, 2025
    I Sent Photos of My Bed to a Sleep Expert — Here’s How She Said to Make It Cozier
    Here’s how to ring in the New Year with better sleep.
    Brittany Anas
    Jan 10, 2025
    I Used the 90/90 Method to Declutter My Phone, and It Saved Me $120
    New phone, who’s this?
    Brittany Anas
    Jan 8, 2025
    I'm Mad I Didn't Know About This Surprise Expense When I Moved
    I was totally surprised by this.
    Brittany Anas
    Dec 16, 2024
    7 Things You Should Never Do When You’re Negotiating a House Price
    Moral of the story: A trusted real estate agent knows the market best and is a good team captain to let lead the negotiating process.
    Brittany Anas
    Dec 12, 2024
    I Asked Real Estate Pros What Buying a Home Will Be Like in 2025
    It’s a harsh reality.
    Brittany Anas
    Dec 9, 2024
    The Surprising Home Feature That Saves Me $200 a Month (It’s So Fun!)
    It’s a game-changer.
    Brittany Anas
    Nov 13, 2024
    The 2 Big Mistakes I Made Selling My House, According to Real Estate Pros
    Learn from my mistakes.
    Brittany Anas
    Nov 7, 2024
    You’re Probably Not Saving Enough to Buy a Home — Here’s How Much It Cost Me
    It wasn't as bad as you think.
    Brittany Anas
    Oct 31, 2024
    7 Common Haunted House Signs Debunked
    Call a contractor, not a ghost hunter.
    Brittany Anas
    Oct 24, 2024
    This Is When You Should Call to Set Up Utilities When Moving
    If you're making a move, here are some tips to help make sure you're fully powered and connected when you move in to your new digs.
    Brittany Anas
    Sep 30, 2024
    This Is the Best Week to Buy a House — Do Not Miss Your Chance
    Get your offers in!
    Brittany Anas
    Sep 23, 2024
    This "Dated" Living Room Trend Is Getting a Major Makeover
    And see which trends are timeless.
    Brittany Anas
    Sep 18, 2024
    The Number-One Question to Ask When Interviewing Real Estate Agents to Sell Your Home
    You always have the power to negotiate.
    Brittany Anas
    Sep 17, 2024
    I Thought I Knew Everything About Home Buying
    Everyone should know about this.
    Brittany Anas
    Sep 11, 2024
    This Overlooked Home-Buying Hack Is More Useful than Ever
    Now more than ever, the open house is your friend.
    Brittany Anas
    Sep 9, 2024
    The Mortgage Cheat Code That Could Help You Afford a Home
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    It’s a “creative financing” move that some buyers are trying.
    Brittany Anas
    Aug 27, 2023