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Lying on your rental application or while being a tenant may feel like it's saving you money and potential rejection, but those lies can cost you! The "costs" may not always be monetary, but can cause a bigger burden to your future rental attempts than you'd expect....

As the summer sun starts to come out, your lawn is beginning to feel the heat. Here are five tips to keep your yard healthy in the summer sun.

Investing in real estate might seem glamorous and fun on TV, but are you really ready to take on the challenge? Check out our article to help you decide!

Thinking about moving but haven’t made the final jump? Here are a few signs that it’s time to pack up and move on this year. Your family size is changing. Whether you’re moving in with a significant other, starting a family, or downsizing after your kids have moved out, this transitional period is the perfect

3 Warning Signs of Expensive Fixes   Spending money on expensive fixes can be avoided. The home shopping process can be long and daunting. Seeing several homes in a single day may wear you out but don’t let it keep you from paying attention to the details and...

You have decided it's time to remodel your home, and you know you are going to be smart about it.  You have heard the stories about a bad contractor, a kitchen brand new kitchen being ripped out because it's not up to code, and all kinds of other problems with...

So you've decided to buy a house, and now all you need to save up enough money for that pesky down payment. Check out these tips to help you get started! 1. Know How Much You Really Need Typically, down payment requirements range from 3.5 to 20 percent of the purchase...

Think your design ambitions are bigger than your budget? Think again.  We've compiled a list of cheap and easy fixes to get your home the look that you want.  From throw pillows to curtain panels, you can save money on a pricey remodel and still achieve the design of...

The hot weather has finally arrived! Of course this means blasting the A/C in your house, and spending quite a bit of money doing so. Check out the following tips for quick ways to save money, and energy, during the scorching summer months: Insulate & Seal:...

Principal, interest, taxes and insurance are just the beginning. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or thinking about moving up, you should plan for extra costs that could add up to thousands each year. Michael, an accountant from Florida, is no dummy when it comes to...

As your life and your family evolve, your home needs to change with you.  When children grow older, you no longer need a playroom but might require a music room with soundproof walls and good acoustics. Also, as you grow older, you might need certain conveniences that...

Plumbing tools are a godsend if you're having plumbing problems unexpectedly or if your plumber is booked for weeks. For big problems, like a burst pipe, shut off your water (know where your shutoff valve is) and call a plumber. But you can fix everyday annoyances if...

Even if you have the money to repair your home... Is it truly worth the time and effort to go through with it? Only if you plan on keeping the home for a while.  When you're trying to sell, it is almost always better to just discount the sale and let the new buyer...

Here are some ways to help cut down on energy costs! And who doesn't love a fun and easy DIY project? DIY Laundry Drying Racks Laundry dryers account for 6% of the electricity used in the United States each year. Try out this flat and compact DIY drying system created...

For most people, a home is one of the most  valuable assets they'll ever own. Unfortunately, there are some major perils  that can befall a house and put a serious dent in the value of that asset. Many  of these perils are much more insidious than a fire or natural...

Even if your home office is well designed, from the furnishing to the fixture – sometimes, it’s good to switch things up a little.  We’ve come up with a list of quick fixes to bring new flavor and productivity to your home office. Setting it up in the right spot. ...