If you’ve lost your job or taken a pay cut because of Covid-19, you’ll need to cut your budget to preserve your financial security. Here...

Movies make it appear that every human encounter with a snake is life threatening. The truth is seldom that dire, but no one wants to get...

For years you’ve enjoyed renting a vacation house with extended family or friends. One thought keeps recurring to all of you: What if we...

Our furry family members bring us comfort during these anxious times, but do we need to worry about their health? Can they catch...

Choosing the right time It’s important that the weather be dry when you are cleaning and refinishing your wood deck. Wood will not absorb...

Outdoor activities beckon as summer comes calling, but so does the list of June chores for homeowners. Here’s what needs to get done...

If mortgage demand is an indicator, buyers are coming back to the housing market far faster than anticipated, despite coronavirus...

Spring and summer bring fresh air, lightness, and a sense of rebirth as the world comes alive again after hibernating. Check out these...

You might think that smart home technology is only for control of indoor devices, like thermostats, home theaters and security systems....

In mid-March, the housing market saw a steep decline in buyer traffic and showings. This rapid shift in the business caused great...

When it comes to home fire hazards, you may think of electrical shorts or fireplace accidents. But home clothes dryers are the source of...

Buying your first home is an exciting milestone in life. Goodbye renting, hello owning! First-time buyers often purchase a “starter home”...

Ingredients 12 graham crackers 2 Tbsp. granulated sugar ½ cup butter, melted 2 cups Nutella Hazelnut Spread 1 (8 oz.) container...

That winter chill is retreating and the prospect of warm Spring weather is no longer a distant dream. Get your house and yard ready with...

April home sales show impact of COVID-19 as residential real estate business interrupted by the crisis May 11, 2020 Contact: Kim Walker,...

Is there any place on earth cozier than your own bed? You collapse there at the end of a long day, eager to snuggle down and start...

If you love the zesty taste of fresh herbs in food, wouldn’t it be great to have some growing right outside the backdoor or in a sunny...

Nice homes make a neighborhood beautiful, but good people make a neighborhood great. You can do good in your neighborhood by paying...

When it comes to adding a living space to a home, consider thinking up, not out. Attic conversions can make for fun and private retreats,...

Owners of business or investment property may want to sell and reinvest in a similar new property. An IRS rule allows you to accomplish...