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Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. “Outdoor living has evolved far beyond a simple patio-and-grill setup — ...

“Summertime… And the living is easy” croons Clara in Gershwin’s hit opera Porgy and Bess. And the season of easy summer living has arrived across the U.S., kicked off with the Memorial Day holiday ...

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