Where to save, where to splurge in kitchen remodel
Remodeling or completely renovating a kitchen can be a big task, but it also has the best return on investment of any home improvement. But these improvements don't come cheap....
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How to hire a lawn-care service
It's spring, and that means lawn maintenance will be on many homeowners' to-do lists. Sure, some people like to care for their lawns themselves, but others don't have the time...
Home design trends from the International Home and Housewares Show
Housewares goods that are simply cheap and operational don't really cut it in American homes anymore, as there's a growing appreciation for aesthetics and quality. Over the past few years,...
How to buy at an auction
Buying goods at an auction can be a fun way to add unique pieces to your home. A smart shopper knows there's more to buying at auction than simply attending...
Experts’ tips for staying safe online
The online world is a scary place — viruses and malware that steal information make their way onto computers, and hackers hijack devices and demand a ransom to get back...
How a pack rat and a minimalist can find harmony at home
I'm not a hoarder, but I do have pack-rat tendencies with a few things. Like books. For example, in third grade, my teacher pulled 18 library books out of my...
How to choose a home security system
New home-security products range from simple deterrent devices to high-end systems with body-heat sensors, sound-wave protection and panic buttons. There are more options for home-security systems installation, too, allowing homeowners...
How to cope when children seek a new faith
When Aida Vazin was 15, she decided her mother's Baha'i faith was not right for her. She spent time studying Islam, her grandparents' religion, but ultimately decided organized religion wasn't...
How to buy car insurance
Car insurance can be tricky to navigate, and it's easy for consumers to get lured in by aggressive marketing by some companies advertising low rates. "While there might be commercials...
How credit score can affect your romantic relationship
Most people wouldn't put their credit score on their online dating profiles, but it may be playing a bigger role in romantic relationships. Talking about a credit score seems to...