11 home design trends that are so over
Homes & Real Estate
August 17, 2017
Design trends come and go, but some have been sticking around for a while. Somebody has to say it, so…
6 options for buying a home with little or no money down
Homes & Real Estate
June 23, 2017
Buying a home is an enormous decision, one that has an impact on your credit and finances like no other…
8 home renovation projects to tackle this summer
Homes & Real Estate
June 14, 2017
Summer brings pool parties, ice cream and popsicles, playing in the yard”¦and renovations. Many homeowners find that some home upgrades…
9 air conditioning alternatives
Homes & Real Estate
June 12, 2017
It's a safe bet that you have an air conditioner -- according to the U.S. Department of Energy, two-thirds of…
5 natural ways to get rid of pests
Homes & Real Estate
April 6, 2017
Our world is filled with chemicals. Pesticides are commonly used as a quick way to get rid of any pests…
10 ways to keep cool this summer without the AC
Show Notes
July 10, 2016
The heat of the summer is upon us, and with it comes humidity, discomfort, and annoyance. It can be tempting…
What to do about window glass condensation
Homes & Real Estate
June 10, 2016
If you have ever stepped out of a hot shower to be greeted by a fogged-up mirror, you know what…
6 questions to ask if you’re building a deck
Homes & Real Estate
May 23, 2016
Oh, the wonders of a deck during summertime! It's where the family gathers to enjoy the great weather, grill up…
3 home improvements that add a lot of light
Homes & Real Estate
May 19, 2016
A room with incredible light can simply make you feel good inside. But a room that has a dark, cave-like…
8 summer home improvements for a happier family
Homes & Real Estate
May 14, 2016
Summer is the time for outdoor fun, but what if your fun is getting a little old and stale? It's…
4 essential home maintenance jobs for spring
Homes & Real Estate
April 29, 2016
Winter can be tough on your house. It brings harsh cold, blustery winds, snow and ice, and of course, a…
Cabinet refacing vs. cabinet replacing: Which is right for you?
Homes & Real Estate
April 11, 2016
Are your kitchen cabinets old and tired, and you're hoping for something new? If money is no object, you can…
What you need to know about home equity
Homes & Real Estate
March 31, 2016
Home equity is a big deal. In fact, the Federal Reserve reports that total home equity grew by $1.165 trillion…
The list of what you might be able to claim on your taxes if you work from home is impressive
Jobs
March 31, 2016
There's good news for those who work from a home office: There are numerous tax deductions that can increase your…
6 pros and cons to living large in a tiny house
Homes & Real Estate
March 14, 2016
The average size of a home in 2013 was 2,598 square feet -- an enormous increase over the cozy 1,525…
Is it time to sweep your chimney?
Homes & Real Estate
February 19, 2016
A wood-burning stove is the epitome of 'cozy' during the winter. But without proper maintenance, those lazy nights by the…
4 DIY projects perfect for new homeowners
Homes & Real Estate
February 9, 2016
You love every part of your new homewell, almost. There are some things that you could do without, or some…
Foreclosure predictions for 2016
Homes & Real Estate
February 3, 2016
The housing market is back on its feet -- or is it? Following the burst of the housing bubble and…
6 home maintenance tasks you have to learn to do
January 21, 2016
Good home maintenance is absolutely essential to keep your place in good repair. But there are many home maintenance points…
Buy or rent? The new view of the American Dream
Show Notes
January 13, 2016
Once upon a time, the American Dream was to own your own home, complete with the proverbial white picket fence.…
4 last-minute DIY presents
Homes & Real Estate
December 23, 2015
Hey, we get it. The holidays sometimes sneak up on you, and one day you wake up and realize that…
These seven tax loopholes will make homeowners happy
Homes & Real Estate
December 17, 2015
When it comes to saving money, most homeowners are more than happy to jump into a tax loophole or two.…
5 reasons concrete counters are better than stone
Homes & Real Estate
October 8, 2015
Love the look of stone but turned off by some of its less-than-desirable qualities? Concrete countertops might be the answer.…
10 weekend home projects that cost almost nothing
Homes & Real Estate
September 22, 2015
Does your home need organizing and cleaning you've been putting off? If your tight budget and lack of time keep…
4 solutions to common water problems
Show Notes
September 14, 2015
If you've ever poured a glass of water only to see a strange color in the glass or catch the…
8 houseplants you can’t kill
Show Notes
August 14, 2015
If you have ever nurtured a houseplant only to watch it shrivel up and die, you understand just how frustrating…
5 funniest home improvement mishaps from the movies
Homes & Real Estate
August 3, 2015
Have you ever watched a movie, saw a scene that made you cringe, and thought, 'Thank goodness that's not me'?…
How to make or break your home sale
Homes & Real Estate
July 31, 2015
It happens all over the U.S., in every neighborhood: Two houses go up for sale at about the same time.…
10 home improvements that can really hurt
Homes & Real Estate
July 17, 2015
Who doesn't want to save money on home improvement projects? That's why so many homeowners turn to DIY every year…