SAN ANTONIO – After casually house hunting for months, Sally Garrett decided it was time to get off the fence and into a new home. At a time when home buying typically tapers off, San Antonio’s fall sales are through the roof. October sales were 20% higher than the same time last year, according to the San Antonio Board of Realtors (SABOR). “They want land and certainly bigger homes,” he said. More than 3,000 sales are pending for November as it appears buyers will continue to gobble them up.

And, as we settle in for an even longer haul, experts say applying a few basic principles of ergonomics to any workspace can minimize strain on the body. “As people feel like they need to be in front of their screen to be accountable for work, people are sitting longer hours,” said Todd Baker, with Empowerment Ergonomics. Make sure the bend of your arms is between 90 and 115 degrees when sitting at the desk or computer. “Some people prefer to add a second monitor, both for comfort and efficiency,” said Rachel Peachman, of Consumer Reports. Experts suggest the 20-20-20 rule, which means every 20 minutes you should look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds.