For most homeowners, the hardest part of any home renovation project isn’t the work itself, it’s finding a competent and … [Read More...]
Home & Garden
Buying, Selling and Renting a Home
What to look for in a starter home
You’ve dreamed for years of buying your first home, and now it’s time. You’ve created Pinterest boards dotted with … [Read More...]
How to get a good deal on your first apartment
Striking out on your own for the first time can be exciting, but the whole thing can be daunting. Millennials face a … [Read More...]
How to negotiate the best deal when buying a house
The old saying is that in real estate, everything is negotiable. But is it really? When you go to buy a house, you’re … [Read More...]
5 things renters should negotiate before signing a lease
This post is by Catey Hill of Zillow.com. While many people fear negotiating with landlords, car dealers or salesmen, … [Read More...]
How to find the best home inspector
Before you buy a home, it’s always a good idea to get a professional home inspection. In most cases, you can make your … [Read More...]
Home Improvement
18 cheap and easy D-I-Y home improvement projects
You bought a new home, and the list of projects that need to be done is larger than your bank account. Or, the home you bought years ago is looking a little dated, and you don’t have the money to hire … [Read More...]
Got clutter? Donate and save on taxes
Most people will agree that clutter is bad. It takes up valuable space in your home, is difficult to … [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 … [Read More...]
Free or low-cost home security strategies
You want to keep your home safe from thieves, but you don't want to spend a fortune doing so … [Read More...]
How to organize your life with peg board
I recently decided to organize my garage using peg board. Before began, I did a little recon work … [Read More...]
Mortgage Tips
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
How to get the best refinancing deal
How to pay off your mortgage early
When it pays to refinance your mortgage
Do It Yourself
How to start a vegetable garden on the cheap
Many people want to start a vegetable garden to save money. It's no wonder, buying produce at the market can cost eight … [Read More...]
18 cheap and easy D-I-Y home improvement projects
You bought a new home, and the list of projects that need to be done is larger than your bank account. Or, the home you … [Read More...]
Kids’ crafts: Make a rubber-band powered boat
I remembered learning how to make a rubber-band powered boat out of a Styrofoam plate when I was young, and just knew it … [Read More...]
Make dryer balls, a cheapskate’s fabric softener
Here's a project that will help you save on electricity from your dryer and eliminate the need for fabric softener, … [Read More...]
How to get salon results from your DIY pedicure
I love the look of a pedicure. Be it a shiny color or a beautiful design, a pedicure makes me think of carefree, … [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, buying produce at the market can cost eight … [Read More...]
Great gifts under $25 for organic gardeners
Home gardening is a popular pastime across the country. Here are our gift ideas, especially for those who practice … [Read More...]
Green Beans: More than just a side dish
Most of us think of vegetables as just an accompaniment to meat loaf, a broiled steak, grilled fish or roast chicken. … [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...]
How to do your own landscaping
If you want a garden that turns heads but don’t want to empty your wallet in the process, do your own landscaping. It’s … [Read More...]
