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5 Home Improvement Projects That Pay Off

5 Home Improvement Projects That Pay Off By: Lynn Ettinger Not feeling like a big spender these days? Check out the rewards of small home improvements. How can myths sound so right yet still be wrong? Take the one that says homeowners need to do a big remodeling project (think HGTV gut rehab) to get a […]
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You Only Think It’s True: 10 Myths Costing You Time and Money

You Only Think It’s True: 10 Myths Costing You Time and Money By: Leanne Potts Save your cash for more important things, like, you know, your mortgage. You can’t swing a tool belt without hitting a website or TV network offering tips on taking care of your digs. Save money by watering your lawn at night! […]
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The Best Time of Year to Buy Things for Your Home

The Best Time of Year to Buy Things for Your Home By: Amy Howell Hirt When to look for sales on mattresses, appliances, tools, furnishings, and materials. Buying stuff can be stressful. Cheap out and you could regret it. Overspend and you’ll cut into your budget. Knowing the best time of year to buy appliances and other household items can lessen the anxiety. Here’s […]
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4 Things to Do in February to Avoid a Yucky Spring

4 Things to Do in February to Avoid a Yucky Spring By: Gabriela Barkho A mud-remediation plan. That’s No. 1 on this short list. That dark time when winter just won’t go is like that friend who can’t take a hint to leave. Give a push with these four easy tasks that’ll help usher in spring. […]

Home Ownership 5 Home Improvement Projects That Pay Off 5 Home Improvement Projects That Pay Off By: Lynn Ettinger Not feeling like a big spender these days? Check out the rewards of small home improvements. How can myths sound so right yet still be wrong? Take the one that says homeowners need to do a big remodeling project (think HGTV gut rehab) to get a […]

Home Ownership You Only Think It’s True: 10 Myths Costing You Time and Money You Only Think It’s True: 10 Myths Costing You Time and Money By: Leanne Potts Save your cash for more important things, like, you know, your mortgage. You can’t swing a tool belt without hitting a website or TV network offering tips on taking care of your digs. Save money by watering your lawn at night! […]

Home Ownership The Best Time of Year to Buy Things for Your Home The Best Time of Year to Buy Things for Your Home By: Amy Howell Hirt When to look for sales on mattresses, appliances, tools, furnishings, and materials. Buying stuff can be stressful. Cheap out and you could regret it. Overspend and you’ll cut into your budget. Knowing the best time of year to buy appliances and other household items can lessen the anxiety. Here’s […]

Home Ownership 4 Things to Do in February to Avoid a Yucky Spring 4 Things to Do in February to Avoid a Yucky Spring By: Gabriela Barkho A mud-remediation plan. That’s No. 1 on this short list. That dark time when winter just won’t go is like that friend who can’t take a hint to leave. Give a push with these four easy tasks that’ll help usher in spring. […]

Home Ownership 10 Delightful Ways to Make Your House Brighter in Winter 10 Delightful Ways to Make Your House Brighter in Winter By: Leanne Potts Let more natural light shine indoors with these simple tips. Fall and winter start cozy — who hasn’t used the colder temperatures as an excuse to binge-watch Netflix while swaddled in a couch blanket? But come January, staying indoors can feel less like a treat […]

Home Ownership 5 Tasks Every Homeowner Should Do in January 5 Tasks Every Homeowner Should Do in January By: Gabriela Barkho Start looking for that contractor NOW if you want your project done by summer’s end. Whew. The holidays are done. The new year has rung in. That’s when smart homeowners know it’s time to do these five things that’ll save time, money, and hassles all […]