Most families at some point reach a difficult real estate crossroads: Do they renovate an existing home to fit their … [Read More...]
Home & Garden
Buying, Selling and Renting a Home
10 cheap, easy ways to stage your home for sale
You’ve decided to sell your home, and you want to get top dollar for it. That means you need to stage your home for sale … [Read More...]
12 fixes that will get you a higher price for your house
If you’re looking to sell your home quickly and for top dollar, there are some lesser-known words that match the … [Read More...]
17 home renovations that add value to your house
Even if you’re not planning to sell your home any time soon, when you consider remodeling, you face this inevitable … [Read More...]
How to find a reliable, honest home contractor
For most homeowners, the hardest part of any home renovation project isn’t the work itself, it’s finding a competent and … [Read More...]
How to create your own retirement community
A few years ago, Marianne Kilkenny’s elderly parents moved into an assisted living community. That got her thinking … [Read More...]
Home Improvement
33+ tips – How to save water and reduce your water bill
Cutting down on water waste isn’t just good for the planet—it’s great for your wallet, too! From simple habit changes to smart home upgrades, here are the best ways to save water and shrink your … [Read More...]
7 easy ways to lower your energy bill right now
Want to save money and energy at the same time? From smarter habits to simple upgrades, cutting your … [Read More...]
Should you renovate your house or buy a new one?
Most families at some point reach a difficult real estate crossroads: Do they renovate an existing … [Read More...]
6 ways to save on air conditioning
As the temperature exceeds the triple digits this summer, our electric bills are spiraling upward … [Read More...]
10 cheap, easy ways to stage your home for sale
You’ve decided to sell your home, and you want to get top dollar for it. That means you need to … [Read More...]
Mortgage Tips
Should you pay off your mortgage?
What to do if you can’t pay your rent
What to do if you can’t pay your bills
What to look for in a starter home
How to buy your first house
How to buy a house with 5% (or less) down payment
How to pay for major home improvements
How to get the best deal on a mortgage
Do It Yourself
Recycle old magazines into beautiful bowls
I love reading magazines and get a lot of free and cheap subscriptions. Once I'm done reading them, I often swap them … [Read More...]
How to start a vegetable garden on the cheap
Many people want to start a vegetable garden to save money. It's no wonder, since buying produce at the market can cost … [Read More...]
How to save money with homemade DIY cleaners
Cleaning your space shouldn’t mean scrubbing your wallet raw. From DIY hacks to smarter shopping, there are plenty of … [Read More...]
How to make simple, cheap bike repairs
If you’ve ever faced a flat tire mid-ride or heard that mysterious squeak while pedaling, you know the importance of … [Read More...]
Online resources for free craft classes and inspiration
You're looking for online craft classes, but YouTube is full of amateurish tutorials and poorly demonstrated how-to's. … [Read More...]
Gardening
How to start a vegetable garden on the cheap
Many people want to start a vegetable garden to save money. It's no wonder, since buying produce at the market can cost … [Read More...]
Build a salad table to grow your greens
Do you love vegetables and salad, but can't plant a regular garden? A salad table might be the ideal solution for … [Read More...]
5 things to consider when buying a used lawn mower
One of my readers, Amanda, recently moved into her first home with a yard and grass that needs cutting. "It's huge," she … [Read More...]
Grow lettuce and save money on salad
Don’t let the rising cost of produce keep you from eating salad. Grow your own lettuce and save money. Lettuce is … [Read More...]
How to do your own landscaping: DIY landscape design to save money
If you want a garden that turns heads but won't empty your wallet, do your own landscaping. It’s easy to familiarize … [Read More...]
