February 3, 2017 The ultimate house painting tips guide Whether you are repainting an entire house, or just touching up the corner of a room, painting is an important part of home-ownership (and even renting). Knowing this, we've published quite a few articles on painting over the years, all of which were written by professional painters and home improvement experts. We've rounded up all of our favorite painting tips articles into one handy guide. It's time to paint!
February 3, 2017 5 Cozy furnished porch ideas Winter is a funny time to be blogging about porches, eh? You know, maybe not. For people who have enclosed porches, winter is a perfectly fine time to cozy up in the semi-outdoors.
February 3, 2017 Writer Dolores Prida, who illuminated Hispanic experience, to be remembered at NYC memorial Dolores Prida, a writer who chronicled Hispanic life on stages, on opinion pages and in advice columns until her death last week, is being remembered as a voice that illuminated a community to both outsiders and Hispanics themselves.
February 3, 2017 8 Tips for scaling down to a smaller home Downsizing, whether you're doing it voluntarily to simplify your life or if you are doing it out of economic necessity, can be like a giant game of Tetris. There are so many pieces, each with its own shape and dimensions, and they must somehow fit into a limited space, just so. If you are downsizing to a smaller home, this guide should help you to get started.
February 3, 2017 What you need to know about today’s buyers The market tumble over the past few years has changed the way many people view real estate. We’ve got a rundown on how today’s buyers and sellers view the changed market.
February 3, 2017 Oil prices fall after US home sales, manufacturing report raise concerns about US production The price of oil fell Wednesday after monthly home sales and manufacturing data raised concerns about the U.S. economy's growth prospects.
February 3, 2017 Give your home a check-up Many people forget to give their place a thorough inspection on a regular basis, leaving them vulnerable to disasters and breakdowns.
February 3, 2017 Creating a better family entry The front door and entry hall of your home likely get a lot of attention, as they’re the first areas guests see when they visit. The family entry -- be it a side door or an entrance from the garage -- needs a little TLC, too. We’ve got a few tips for making your home’s daily entrance functional and attractive.
February 3, 2017 How to turn an average bathroom into a spa oasis When you visit a spa, you'll notice that the "wet" areas evoke a certain feeling of relaxation.
February 3, 2017 Tips for Generation X and Generation Y home buyers As the real estate market gains momentum, many younger people are considering making the leap to homeownership. We’ve got five tips to help Gen X-ers and Y-ers buy into the American Dream.