Fall Home Prep: The Essential Winterizing Checklist
Ready to snuggle in and enjoy the cozy ambience of winter? The house would like this as well. It just needs a little TLC first.
09-29-2026
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7 Easy-to-Fix Reasons Your Dishwasher Is Not Cleaning Like It Should
Dishwashers need occasional cleaning to keep them running at their best.
10-13-2026
Secret Storage Spots in Your Home
Most homes contain little pockets of unused space that we walk past every day without seeing.
10-12-2026
Ignoring Maintenance Will Cost You Dearly When It’s Time to Sell
Your home should be the belle of the ball. This will allow you to get the highest sales price possible.
10-12-2026
How to Compare Loan Estimates and Catch What Lenders Hope You Won’t Notice
A mortgage loan estimate lists your rate, monthly payment, closing costs and other terms but none of these numbers are final.
10-9-2026
Are Plaster or Drywall Walls Better?
Plaster is considered superior to drywall in every aspect expect for installation.
10-8-2026
Should You Repair or Replace Your Heating System Before Winter?
According to ENERGY STAR, homeowners should consider replacement when a furnace or boiler is more than 15 years old.
10-8-2026
Pay Down or Pay Ahead? It Can Be Confusing
When you pay down the principal, your loan balance goes down.
10-8-2026
Mums the Word
Mum plants bloom in cool weather for five or six weeks from the first flower to the last flower.
10-7-2026
How to Use Wool Dryer Balls and Why You Should
These little balls of felted wool work wonders in a load of laundry.
10-6-2026
Pipe Patrol: Diagnosing Basic Plumbing Problems
A little knowledge and the proper tools can make quick work of leaky faucets, clogged drains, and low water pressure.
10-5-2026
Pumpkin Spice on a Dime: Don’t Judge Me
Enjoy pumpkin spice this fall without paying the whole seven dollars.
10-5-2026
House Inspection Checklist
It’s normal to downplay cosmetic defects while your brain paints a picture of a delightful home decorated the way you want.
10-2-2026
Which Remodeling Projects Should Homeowners Tackle This Fall?
Choose a problem that really needs addressing and plan well.
10-2-2026
Renew a Damaged Walkway Surface
A crumbly walkway isn't attractive but repairs are affordable if you do it little by little.
10-1-2026
Great Reader Tips: From Luxury Taxes to Quick Scissor-Sharpening
People who live comfortably do not do so because they are particularly wealthy.
10-1-2026
Making a Patch Repair to a Concrete Foundation
The repair process starts by removing all loose material.
09-30-2026
Make Your Own Highly Effective Cleaning Products for Pennies to Save Dollars
The ingredients to making your home sparkle might all be in your pantry.
09-30-2026
This Advice From Real Estate Agents Will Change How You Get a Mortgage
Choosing a mortgage lender is like touring houses. It’s often best not to pick the first one you see.
09-30-2026
Great Tips From My Great Readers
With the cost of feeding a family so high, it's no wonder that so many tips readers submit are geared to help us save money and time in ...
09-29-2026
Paint a ‘Whiteboard’ on a Wall
You can create your own “whiteboard” on a wall in your house using a dry-erase coating on a clean surface.
09-29-2026
The Cheapest Thing in Your House Is the Thing You Already Own
Before you jump to spending money, give your old items another chance.
09-29-2026
How Should Homeowners Prepare Their Homes in Fall?
Start with the projects that protect your home from water and cold weather, then working your way through the rest of your seasonal checklist.
09-25-2026
Fixed-Rate vs. Adjustable-Rate Mortgages: What’s the Difference?
Neither is the default smart choice—what matters is your situation.
09-24-2026