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Lumber Prices Are Falling—Here's How You Can Save Money On Your Next DIY Project

If you have home projects to complete, now is the time.

The Way You Hang Your Roll Of Toilet Paper Says A Lot About You

How do you hang your toilet paper? Under the roll and closer to the wall? Or do you hang your toilet paper over the roll? Well, a new study suggests there [...]

Outlets Not Working? Try This Before Calling an Electrician.

You have miscellaneous outlets not working at your home and aren’t sure what to do. Do they need to be replaced? Is there bad wiring somewhere? Diagnosing

10 Desirable Docks That Turn Your iPhone Into a Desk Phone

Do you work at a desk and own an iPhone? These devices turn your Apple smartphone into a landline-style phone, complete with handset.

How Your Landscaping Can Keep Burglars Away

Prevent home break-ins with strategic landscaping and good practices instead of menacing — and maybe less effective — measures

Toilet Paper Advice for Septic Tanks

Septic tanks function better when you select a toilet paper that is safe for use in, or especially made for use with a septic system. This is a guide containing toilet paper advice for septic tanks.

Property Management for Single-Family Homes: Tricks of the Trade

Here’s some of my best advice for how to deal with some potentially challenging situations when managing single-family homes.

Which costs more: A single-family home or a condo?

Most of us tend to believe that downtown condo living is expensive—certainly more so than living in a suburban single-family home. But what if I could shatter that preconceived notion that urban l…

The answer for affordable housing? Single-family homes

Rentals in single-family homes and small multifamily buildings are a viable solution for helping the significant lack of affordable homes in the housing market. But in order for this to happen, these three policies need to change.

US builders boost single-family home construction

When Does Buying New Construction Single-Family Homes Make Sense?

For some, the lure of a freshly built single-family home that has never been inhabited is a no-brainer. Others prefer the perks that come with dated construction—prime locations, established neighborhoods, the character of old world construction, and so on.

For single-family homes on small lots, builders must up their game

Small-lot developments have long been plagued by complexity: how to box together single-family homes on tight, row house-style parcels while maintaining privacy. Who wants to watch a neighbor washing his dishes, or worse?

Should I Buy a Condo or Single-Family Home?

When buying a residence, considering between a single family home and a condo and knowing both sides can help potential homeowners make informed decisions.

Thinking About a Home Remodel? Read Our Home Remodeling Tips!

Thinking about getting started on your own home remodel? Read our tips for home remodeling before getting started!

5 Steps to a Home Remodel

Remodeling Done Right. The Easy Way. As a homeowner, there is nearly always a laundry list of projects with time and budget constraints when it comes to a home remodel. This step-by-step guide can …

Are Condos Harder to Sell Than Regular Single-Family Homes?

Are condos harder to sell than single family homes? Not necessarily. Learn why.

Townhouse, Condo, or Single Family Home?

With the low interest rates we’ve seen lately, there’s an opportunity for those who thought they were previously priced out of the market to afford a

Home Remodeling Questions to Ask Beforehand

Is a home remodeling addition in your plans? Find out what you should ask before starting your project.

Single Family Homes vs. Multi-Unit Apartments: Which Investment is Right for You?

There are pros and cons to both single family homes and apartments. So, what are the differences? And how do you determine which is right for you? Let’s take a look.