February 3, 2017 Build a snow fort: You’ll be the coolest kid on the block We again combined two of our favorite things to tackle an over-the-top question. This time we picked housing and the winter season and asked: How much snow would it take to build a snow fort the size of a typical American house?
February 3, 2017 Rio de Janeiro slums: From 'no-go' to must-buy Five years ago, Rio de Janeiro's "favela" hillside slums had such a bad rap that they were virtual no-go zones, where drug lords laid down the law and outsiders set foot at their peril. ...
February 3, 2017 Is homeownership a good idea for young people? Buying a home should be a personal decision based on your life and financial situation. So if you are young, should you buy real estate?
February 3, 2017 3 Tips for selling your home in 2013 After years of declining home values and a buyers’ market, 2013 could finally be the year of the seller. We’ve got three things all homeowners should consider before putting their homes on the market.
February 3, 2017 The elements of curb appeal: A check list These are the two things you need to know about curb appeal: You have seven to ten seconds to make a first impression; details make up the whole.
February 3, 2017 Framework for remaking struggling Detroit revealed; plans cover city's next 50 years A 50-year blueprint for revitalizing Detroit, from leveling parts of nearly vacant neighborhoods for parks to relaxing rules for startup companies, was released Wednesday after two years of research and community input.
February 3, 2017 Ways to keep a garden going in winter You can battle the winter blues this year by creating a lush patch of greenery in your own home or backyard.
February 3, 2017 5 DIY uses for old doors With an old door and some basic tools, you're on your way to building a stylish and useful piece of furniture or storage solution.
February 3, 2017 Weeks after the storm surge, residents are only trickling back to the Jersey Shore It may be January, but Jim and Joanne Murphy are excited to get back to the beach — Normandy Beach, the community they call home.
February 3, 2017 Tips for long-distance apartment searches Moving cross-country can be stressful, especially when you don’t know much about the area where you’re relocating to. Following a few simple tips can help ensure that your search for a rental at your new destination is successful.
