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Homeownership

5 Creepy Crawly Pests to Watch for in Your Home

No homeowner wants uninvited guests of the creeping, crawling variety to take up residence in their home. Not only are…

9 Ways to Save Money and Stay Warm This Winter

As temperatures drop, you might be tempted to crank up the heat to stay warm and cozy in your home.…

11 Simple Tips to Reduce Your Household Waste

Are you interested in finding out how to reduce your environmental footprint? Or, at least how to have less trash…

Should You Consider Solar Power For Your Home? Read This Before Installing Residential Solar Panels

Michael and Jill Goodrich-Stuart live in their second solar-powered home. Their first one was a new build in an all-solar…

Thinking About Where You Want to Live in the Future?

How do you know where you might live most happily? The choices are numerous enough to make your head spin.…

Beware of Scammers During Times of Crisis

In 2008, after Hurricane Ike turned inland and unleashed 75-mile-per-hour winds on the midwest, 2.6 million homes in Ohio—including my…

How to Keep Your Home’s Pipes From Freezing (and Other Pipe Maintenance Tips)

Your home may be furnished with cozy furniture and stylish decor, but your comfort truly depends on the reliability of…

Coping With Your Condo

Condominiums can offer the benefits of home ownership without many of the headaches associated with owning a house. You'll never…

Yes, You Can Hire A Reputable, Budget-Friendly Contractor – Here’s How

If you chose to have plastic surgery, you would thoroughly research surgeons, talk to prior patients, or at least review…

Home Money Pits: Protect Yourself From Unexpected Expenses

When major household repairs and projects go awry, the unexpected expenses can place a tremendous strain on your home life.…