Final Walk Through Checklist for New Homeowners
It’s official: You’re going to be a homeowner. Now comes a critical step – making sure every room, wall and … Continued
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9 Grilling Safety Tips for Summer Barbecues
It happens every year. The weather gets warmer, more people use outdoor grills – and incidents of grill-caused fires go … Continued
How to Negotiate Your Rent
Whether you’re apartment hunting and the perfect place is slightly out of your price range, or your landlord is raising … Continued
Backyard Pool Landscaping Ideas
Sometimes, there’s nothing better than splashing in your backyard pool, sipping lemonade and enjoying the sunshine. And by landscaping around … Continued
Smart Home Apps for Comfort, Safety and More
Did you remember to turn off appliances or set the security system before you left the house? Turning things on … Continued
How to Prevent Ice Dam Damage to Your Roof and Home
Ice dams may appear harmless – and may even look pretty – but they can cause damage to your home. … Continued
10 Medicine Cabinet Essentials
When it comes to first aid in the home, be prepared with a well-stocked medicine cabinet. If you need to … Continued
CSST Pipe Safety: Possible Risks of Having Flexible Gas Lines
Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing – or CSST – is a yellow flexible pipe used to provide natural gas and propane … Continued
5 Best Indoor Plants That Are Great for Apartments [Video]
Having virtually no yard maintenance is one appealing benefit of apartment living. But while this lifestyle is convenient, you may … Continued
What Is a Prefabricated Home?
Are you ready to buy a home? If so, you have a lot of options — one of which is … Continued
Tips to Prevent Lead Exposure in Children
Lead poisoning is a serious health risk, and it’s more common than you might think. According to the Centers for … Continued
Steps to Keep Your Identity Safe
In 2017, roughly 16.7 million people were affected by identity theft, totaling at nearly $16.8 billion stolen. Many seemingly harmless … Continued
When Is the Best Time to Buy a House?
You’ve been saving to buy your first home. But timing is important if you want to find the best value … Continued
How to Prepare for a Home Inspection
Preparing for a home inspection is an important part of selling your house. Buyers and their mortgage lenders want to … Continued
Deck vs Patio: Which One Is Right for You?
Two worthy outdoor opponents. One difficult question: Should I buy a deck or patio? If you’re going to invest in … Continued