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Katherine Lutge

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Norwalk, Richmond
As seen in: Homes.com, U.S. News and World Report, Chron, San Francisco Chronicle, Houston Chronicle, Seattle PI, MYSA, CT Insider, Fairfield Citizen, Government Technology, Journal Inquirer and
Covers:  metro, politics, business, culture, entertainment
Reporter @homesdotcom & @CostarNews prev: Business Reporter for @insider_ct city reporter @TheHourNews, @RTDNews '22 and @12OnYourSide '21 | VT '23

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Virginians speak out after Supreme Court overturns Roe

Virginians speak out after Supreme Court overturns Roe

Tara Morand knows that if her mother had the option to get an abortion upon finding out she was pregnant she …

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The Valentine unveils Jefferson Davis statue in its '2020 state'

The Valentine unveils Jefferson Davis statue in its '2020 state'

The Valentine Museum on Wednesday unveiled the statue of Jefferson Davis that used to reside on Monument Aven…

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Lucy Dacus chats about moving out of Richmond, being 'nervous' before her show at Brown's Island

Lucy Dacus chats about moving out of Richmond, being 'nervous' before her show at Brown's Island

One of Richmond's most successful singer-songwriters, Lucy Dacus, is swinging into town this week for a conce…

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As Norwalk grows, residents say the streets have become 'impassable' and 'like the wild, wild wes...

As Norwalk grows, residents say the streets have become 'impassable' and 'like the wild, wild wes...

Residents compiled a list of over 100 streets, largely in South and East Norwalk, they say are "impassable" b…

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How an abandoned Norwalk power plant will transform into a coastal haven

How an abandoned Norwalk power plant will transform into a coastal haven

Discover the transformation of Norwalk's Manresa Island from a polluted site to a public park, led by local p…

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What happens when you click 'buy' on Amazon? A look inside one of Connecticut's fulfillment cente...

What happens when you click 'buy' on Amazon? A look inside one of Connecticut's fulfillment cente...

Amazon's BDL4 center in Connecticut blends human and robotic efforts, ensuring fast delivery for 122 ZIP code…

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Real estate photography tips every listing agent should know

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By Katherine Lutge Verified
| Homes.com
Key takeaways Listing photos are often the biggest driver of online engagement for a property. Because nearly all buyers start their search online, the quality of a listing's photography directly affects clicks, showing requests and days on market. Most agents benefit from hiring a professional real estate photographer ($150 to $350 per shoot), but self-shooting works for quick turnarounds and lower price points when the agent understands lens choice, composition, lighting and camera settings.
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Virtual home staging for agents: Rules on altering real estate photos

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By Katherine Lutge Verified
| Homes.com
Key takeaways Virtual home staging digitally furnishes listing photos using artificial intelligence at roughly $15 to $50 per room, compared to $1,500 to $5,000 or more for traditional physical staging, though the property remains empty in person and agents must set that expectation with buyers before showings.
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Custom vs. semi-custom homes: Costs, timelines and tradeoffs

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By Katherine Lutge Verified
| Homes.com
Key takeaways Custom homes typically cost $300 to $600 or more per square foot and take 10 to 13 months to build, while semi-custom homes run $175 to $320 per square foot and finish in seven to eight months, according to 2026 industry estimates and U.S. Census Bureau data. Many finance a build with a construction loan offering interest-only payments, while semi-custom buyers in planned communities may access builder-affiliated financing with incentives like closing-cost credits or rate buydowns.
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Interview

What tools and software do you use to do your job?

My most important tools are my phone and computer. I can adapt to different softwares pretty well, but I have used Arc Publishing and TCMS.

Why did you become a journalist?

I want to seek truth and ensure democracy. I have always been curious, and I love writing.

Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?

I am a big reader of The New York Times and Washington Post!
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