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Get your home winter-ready: smart ways to pay for repairs and improvements

by Sarah Li-Cain

The weather is getting cooler, the leaves are falling, and that roof repair that you meant to get to in the summer is still on your to-do list. You're probably not the only homeowner that's facing this as nearly two-thirds have put off repairs or maintenance because of costs, according to a Clever real estate survey. And about 55% of homeowners say they couldn't cover a $5,000 emergency repair without going into debt. The promising news is that many homeowners may be able to use their home equity to fund repairs. According to the ICE Mortgage Monitor report as of August 2026, homeowners had nearly $12 trillion of home equity that…

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October 28, 2021 | Bed & Bath

Best pillow for neck pain

by Derek Walborn

Which pillows for neck pain are best?Pain in the neck isn’t just a minor annoyance. Chronic neck pain and stiffness, whether from injury, strain…

October 28, 2021 | Office

Best adjustable laptop stand

by Derek Walborn

As laptop PCs have become more powerful, many people have opted to use one as their primary computer. While laptops are ideal for travel and work on…

October 28, 2021 | Miscellaneous

11 best gifts for older men

by Matt Fleming

Gift-giving season is a challenge for everyone every year, no matter who the recipient is — close family, friends and acquaintances alike. As your…

October 28, 2021 | Toys & Games

Best toy guitar

by Patrick Farmer

Research has shown that learning a musical instrument can be great for a child’s development, teaching them hand-eye coordination and encouraging…

October 28, 2021 | Health & Wellness

Which singing toothbrush should I get my kid?

by Tom Price

One of the most important acts to prevent cavities and build healthy teeth is to brush them twice a day. While it is an easy part of an everyday…

October 28, 2021 | Baby & Kids

Best dress shoes for girls

by Logan DeLoye

Many events require you to put away your comfy, casual tennis shoes in exchange for dress shoes. For fancier events, there are a number of girls’…

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