With cold weather and the holidays fast approaching, it’s time to focus on some of the less obvious, but very important, indoor cleaning and repair tasks to get your home in tip-top shape for holiday guests. One of the quickest and easiest things you can do to prepare your home for the onslaught of holiday […]
When summer’s over and fall nights roll into town, off goes the A/C and on goes the heat. Fall’s a great time to maintain home systems, and outdoor A/C units tend to be one of those workhorses that some homeowners overlook as they transition into their reliance on heating systems. One of the most-asked […]
Creating an eco-friendly nursery has gained new attention lately, ever since the news outlets reported that Britain’s Prince Harry and Meghan the Duchess of Sussex had plans to paint the nursery for their new royal baby Archie with all-natural, vegan paint. That’s old news to Brooke Berrios, an early childhood education teacher, who made […]
Joanna Gaines, queen of all things lifestyle and interior design, pretty much confirmed this weekend that she is getting her own cooking show and finally making a triumphant return to our TV screens. Joanna and her husband Chip seemingly spilled the beans during an appearance on The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon. The pair was […]
Extreme winter weather can leave neighborhoods and communities without power or other public services for long periods of time, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security warns. It’s a smart idea to prepare your home for such winter weather emergencies as well as cold weather throughout the season that can cause minor issues to evolve into […]
You don’t have to completely overhaul your bathroom to make a big impact. Check out these 15 fresh ideas, courtesy the DIY Network, from tiny swaps to easy projects, that will increase your home value. Replace the Tub With a Walk-In Shower. If you have a large bathtub that doesn’t get used much, replace it […]
Whether you just bought a house or you have lived there for a while, the fastest way to increase your home’s value is by making a plan. You will fare better if upgrades are made intentionally and not on impulse. Home improvement projects cost about 20 to 25 cents on the dollar. The other 75 […]
Millions of Americans could be looking to sell their homes in the next year. But will the ongoing trade war between the United States and China get in their way? According to a new survey of 1,400 homeowners from personal finance website NerdWallet, as many as 12.1 million homeowners plan to sell their primary residence […]
It’s a question staring many homeowners in the face. Here is how to tell if there is more value for you in fixing up, or moving on. First, estimate your costs to buy a new home. Add up the realtor and home selling costs (packing, moving and the new loan financing). Don’t forget hidden […]
Want a fresh perspective on the value of your home? Walk across the street, turn around and ask yourself, “Does my house have curb appeal?” Does your home look attractive, welcoming and structurally sound at first glance? Make a list of ways to enhance the positive and eliminate the negative. If you have a nice […]