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Old cans of paint are a space-hogging eyesore. Here are the best ways to keep or dispose of if when staging your home for sale.

What to Do with Leftover Paint? Every homeowner eventually faces the issue of what to do with leftover paint. How do you store it, will it still be usable, and how do you dispose of it?

Better to find out what your homeowner's policy covers before an incident than after one occurs. Here are common perils that aren’t covered.

Avoid Surprises in Your Homeowner’s Policy It’s an unpleasant surprise when you find out your homeowner’s policy doesn’t cover something you thought it did. Let’s read the fine print.

Happy Father's Day to all the great Dads out there!

Is buying a mattress online a good choice, or will you toss and turn with regret? You’ll rest easy with this short guide to buying a mattress with a few clicks.

Mattresses by Mail - A Good Buy? Brick-and-mortar mattress stores rival car dealers when it comes to television ads loudly promoting hot sale prices. Now consumers can skip the hype and purchase mattresses online. Is this a smart way to buy, or will you end up losing sleep over it?

Is staging a home actually necessary? Real estate agents believe staged homes sell more quickly and for more money. Here's how it works.

Staging Your Home for a Quick Sale Hiring a stager to polish the look and of your home will help it sell faster and for more money in many cases. Here’s some tips on home staging.

Maybe you won’t ever be in the movies, but could your house be a star? Movie and television production companies have paid lucrative sums to homeowners across America who rent their homes as sets. Ready...and action!

Just moved to a home with new appliances? Keep your new refrigerator running longer - and your family healthier - with these easy tips.

How to Take Care of Your New Refrigerator Properly maintaining your new refrigerator is one way to help keep your family healthy and extend the life of your unit, saving you big money.

Most of us love open space in our homes, but sometimes we need to draw distinctions between one area of the room and another. Use these creative room divider ideas to draw some boundaries while keeping your space open and airy.

Room Dividers Gives Boundaries to Open Space In recent years homeowners have preferred open floor plans. With room dividers, you can segment your space without sacrificing openness.

Do you need rental truck insurance, or is it just a profit booster for the rental company? Here’s what you need to know to protect yourself and save money when moving.

Should You Purchase Rental Truck Insurance? Insurance coverage is also available when you rent a truck to move or carry cargo. But is rental truck insurance necessary?

You need to renovate! Or…do you? Here are some thoughts on how to decide if it’s necessary – or worth the cost.

Are We Victims of Renovation Hype? Consumers constantly hear the message that their houses somehow fall short...which begs the question: Do our houses really need that much work or are we simply victims of reno hype?

Buying a house with resale value in mind? Here are the features to look for in a home to help make it easier to sell down the road.

Consider Home Buying with Resale in Mind Savvy shoppers think ahead to what a property offers future buyers with resale in mind. Be careful not to narrow your resale options when buying a home.

Wildfires can devastate entire neighborhoods and towns. But with forethought and planning, some homeowners keep their homes. Here’s how they do it.

Save Your Home from Wildfires Some California homes survived the recent wildfires because their owners took critical preventative steps beforehand. What can you do to spare your home?

The financial media uses several terms to indicate the health of the housing industry, but what do these housing statistics mean to you if you’re buying or selling?

Home Economics: What Do Those Housing Statistics Mean For You? Every month, financial media publish an array of housing statistics. What do all of those numbers represent if you are selling a home?

If you are remodeling your kitchen, you'll likely be picking out a new kitchen range. Here's a good primer to read before you start shopping.

Let’s Go Shopping for a Range Proper cooking ventilation is a must for every kitchen. A hood removes grease, smoke, chemicals, condensation, and odors generated by cooking, and keeps your kitchen and the air inside your home cleaner. Nowadays, lots of ventilation options are available. Here’s what you need to know before you b...

This Memorial Day, remember and honor all who have served and sacrificed for our freedom.

You may breathe a big sigh of relief after closing on your home, but there are still important details to handle. Use this checklist to ensure a smooth transition.

Checklist for Getting Started In Your New Home Closing on a new home may feel like reaching the finish line. But before you kick back and relax, take these important steps to settle into your new place.

Are you a little lax in your cleaning habits? Put your plants to work for you instead! Air-purifying plants will cleanse toxins and allergens inside your home – organically.

How to Clean Your Home with Air Purifying Plants Did you know plants can help eliminate allergens and toxins in your home? Here’s how to put air-purifying plants to work to clean your home envirorment.

Follow these six bedroom decorating tips to convey a retreat with a good night’s sleep for potential home buyers...or just to enjoy for yourself!

Your Best Home: Bedroom Edition Your bedroom should be your personal retreat — a soothing, restful space to unwind at the end of the day. Check out these six bedroom-staging tips, whether you’re prepping for a home sale or just a good night’s sleep. Consider your color palette. It doesn’t matter if you’re decorating or s...

Thinking of investing in real estate? Consider these key factors before buying rental property.

Do You Have What It Takes to Become a Landlord? Owning rental property can bring a nice return on your investment, but be sure you weigh the pros and cons before you decide to jump in and become a landlord. Show me the money. Unlike buying a personal residence — where you might get by with putting down as little as 5 percent — a […]

Moving into a new house often means purchasing new furniture, but what should you know before you start shopping?

7 Tips for Buying Furniture for Your Home After purchasing a new home, most new owners rush to buy new furniture to fill empty rooms. Here are 7 helpful tips for buying furniture for your new home.

Family photos are a popular choice for home decor. Here are some tips to create a gallery like a pro.

7 Easy Ways to Turn Family Photos into Art Family photos are often used to adorn walls, turning memories into artwork. Follow these 7 tips to help transform your photos into beautiful home accents.

Moving for your career? Hire a relocation real estate pro to ease your stress.

6 Benefits of Partnering with a Relocation Savvy Agent If you’re relocating for your career, look for real estate agents on both ends of your move with expertise in relocation services. Here are six ways that experience will work in your favor.

Did you know microwave ovens were invented in 1946? They’ve come a long way in 70 years. If you are in the market, check out this modern-day guide to buying the perfect microwave.

Let’s Go Shopping for a Microwave Oven The layout of your kitchen is key to choosing a new microwave oven. Once that decision is made, consumers still have lots of choices within a vast range of prices. Here are the key points to consider during the search for a new microwave oven. Types. Microwave ovens come in three main types. Counter...

Wishing all moms a Happy Mother's Day!

Should your trash can go out with the trash? Here's the latest and greatest in waste can design.

Modern Indoor Trash Can Design Today’s trash receptacles are made of all sorts of materials in all shapes and sizes -- and prices. The basic open-topped plastic models can still be picked up for as little as $1, but today’s consumers can be coaxed into spending more than $1,000 on a single garbage can.

Pet odors are a big turnoff, especially when trying to sell your house. Get your house smelling sweet again with these tips.

How to Keep Your House From Smelling Like a Dog …or a Cat You love your pets, but they definitely pose a challenge, especially when it comes to managing pet odors. Here’s a pet-owner’s handy guide to making those smells disappear. Keep your pet clean. Make sure dogs are washed and groomed regularly. Don’t let their natural body odor build up. Cats gr...

Are you or a family member considering aging in place? Here are some key concepts about “universal home design.”

Want to Age in Place? 'Universal Design' is Crucial Here are several things to know regarding new and retrofitted homes with so-called “universal design” or barrier-free living.

Wishing you a fun-filled fiesta on Cinco de Mayo!

Don’t get stuck with a door that won’t open or close properly - it might be a simple fix. Check out these tips.

How to Deal With a Difficult Door A door that doesn’t open or close properly is a nuisance. Here’s how to diagnose the problem and get it that difficult door fixed.

You’ve loved your house even though it has no garage. Will that pose a problem when it’s time to sell?

Can You Sell a House With No Garage? You bought your house because it was so appealing you could live with the fact that it had no garage. But should you be worried when it’s time to sell?