How to Secure Your Door When You’re a Renter
It may be just a rental, but it’s got all your stuff in it. There are many boxes to check … Continued
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Tornado Watch vs Tornado Warning: What’s the Difference?
Tornado season spans a roughly three-month period, from April through June, when the bulk of tornadoes occur in the U.S. … Continued
Is Black Mold Dangerous?
Few home ailments carry the notoriety of black mold. From allegations of cancer-causing potential to lung disease, the darkly colored … Continued
Mobile vs. Manufactured vs. Modular Homes: What’s the Difference?
According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (known as HUD)[1], the difference between manufactured, modular, and mobile … Continued
7 Pool Maintenance Tips
The swimming pool: sometimes the homeowner’s crown jewel, other times a liability that presents little more than an attractive nuisance. … Continued
Six Weather and Travel Apps for the Perfect Summer
From kicking back at the best BBQ joint in town to swimming at the beach with friends or road tripping … Continued
Wildfire Safety Guide for Homes & Businesses
You don’t have to live near a canyon or forest for your property to be threatened by wildfire. Nearly 1/3 of U.S. homes are in wildfire-prone areas, according to the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety (IBHS).
The impact of a wildfire can be tragic and expensive. For instance, the U.S. Forest Service and U.S. Department of the Interior spend a staggering $3.5 billion a year combating the fires.
Key to lessening the damage to homes and businesses is knowledge and preparation.
How to Plant Annuals in Your Yard
Do you want to color your world, or at least your garden? If so, annuals are the way to go. It’s not too late to get transplants into the ground, although the sooner you plant them the better they’ll blossom.
How Much Should You Spend on Rent?
Learning how to live on your own can be an exciting time in your life, but it’s also a big … Continued
How to Prepare for a Tornado
While many people think tornadoes impact only the Midwest, every state in the country is vulnerable to tornadoes, according to … Continued
7 Backyard Landscaping Ideas on a Budget
Low-budget landscaping needn’t be bare-bones. A little money and effort can create a big impact regardless of how much space … Continued
7 Apartment Decorating Ideas When Buying Furniture Online
There are seemingly endless ways to arrange your apartment, but having an arsenal of good ideas can cut through the … Continued
Condo vs. Co-Op: What’s the Difference?
If the responsibilities of being a homeowner have become tiresome, it might be time to make a move. Or maybe … Continued
22 Spring Cleaning and Decluttering Tips
Spring has arrived – which means it’s time to get your home in tip-top shape. A good, deep spring clean-up … Continued
How to Make and Maintain Fertile Soil
Gardening is a delicate task. One crucial element of gardening that is often overlooked is the quality of the soil. … Continued