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
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 and wow, was I surprised at how much can be done with some simple, inexpensive peg board. No matter … [Read More...]
Projects to bring your 1950s house into the modern age
Perhaps you’ve inherited your grandparents’ house. Or, maybe the best house you could … [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 easily reduce your energy costs
That utility bill jumped so high this month that it should have won an Olympic medal. You can bring … [Read More...]
How to organize your home office
If you have recently transitioned into a work from home job, you will need to establish a few … [Read More...]
Mortgage Tips
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
How to get the best refinancing deal
Do It Yourself
How to get started with drying and dehydrating foods
Drying is one of the simplest ways to preserve fresh foods for longer storage. This beginner's guide to dehydrating food … [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 and wow, was I … [Read More...]
Make your own pop-tarts and other DIY convenience foods
They're called convenience foods for a reason. But take a little time to make these items and enjoy the … [Read More...]
Giant backyard games you can build yourself
Game time is fun, but for bigger fun, you need bigger games. You may have seen those giant outdoor games made from … [Read More...]
Great ways to celebrate Earth Day every day
Earth Day was born in 1970, to help Americans to understand that taking care of the environment was not just a fad … [Read More...]
Gardening
How to build and grow your own salad table
Do you love vegetables and salad, but can't plant a regular garden? A salad table is a portable, waist-high table … [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, 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...]
