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7/29/2015

How to Keep Your House Cool Without AC

How to Keep Your House Cool Without AC

Want summer comfort but hate the AC? Follow these tips, and you’ll keep your house cool without frosty air conditioning. Read
Which Way Should Your Ceiling Fan Turn in Summer? The Cool Way!

Make sure your ceiling fans rotate in the correct direction to cool you in summer. Read
Think Your AC Won't Make it Through the Summer? We've Got the Fixes

Is your AC making ominous noises? Maybe it sounds fine but isn’t cooling. Here’s a list of common air conditioning warning signs and their likely causes and fixes. Read
Quick Ways to Make Some Shade, But Don’t Forget: Trees Are Best

If you prefer a drier cool, as opposed to the misters we mentioned yesterday, read on to find some quick ways to make some shade. Plus, get some tips on getting shade with some quick-growing trees. Read

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7/15/2015

Loving the Outdoors this Summer!

Your Guide to Choosing Patio Stones

With so many patio stones on the market, it can be hard to choose. So we’ve done the research to help you make the right choice for your home. Read
5 Deck Makeover Projects Under $300

Want to upgrade your deck but watching your budget? Here are 5 easy deck makeover ideas, many well under $300. Read
Patio Shade Ideas Under $300

Not all shady deals are bad. These patio shade projects are each under $300. Read
Extend the Outdoor Living Season

Make an outdoor living area comfy long after the sun sets or the leaves turn with outdoor lighting, a patio heater, and a glowing firepit or portable fireplace. Read

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7/01/2015

Before You Buy...

4 Tips to Determine How Much Mortgage You Can Afford

By knowing how much mortgage you can handle, you can ensure that homeownership will fit in your budget. Read
How to Assess the Real Cost of a Fixer-Upper House

When you buy a fixer-upper house, you can save a ton of money, or get yourself in a financial fix. Read
7 Tips for Improving Your Credit

Here’s how to clean up your credit so you get the least-expensive home loan possible. Read
7 Steps to Take Before You Buy a Home

By doing your homework before you buy, you’ll feel more content about your new home. Read

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6/24/2015

Just Moving In? Renting Your Home? Considering a Remodel? We have tips for you!

6 Things Everyone Should Do When Moving Into a New House

Moving into your first home is exciting! But it also means you’ve got work to do. Read
Should I Rent or Sell My House?

When it comes to deciding whether you should rent or sell your house, are you worried you’ll make the wrong financial moves? Here’s how to make the right call. Read
Should You Move or Remodel?

When your house no longer suits you, you can move or remodel. Find out which big change is the right investment of your housing dollars. Read
5 Tips to Prepare Your Home for Sale

Working to get your home ship-shape for showings will increase its value and shorten your sales time. Read
Should You Move or Improve?

Whether to move or improve is a harder question to answer than it was a few years ago, but a few cost-benefit calculations can help you make the right decision. Read

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6/10/2015

Small Tips to Maintain Your Biggest Investment

The 7 Most-Needed Repair Tips Every Homeowner Should Know

Relax. Here’s how to make short work of every common repair annoyance from a leaky toilet to a sticky window. Read
How to Prevent Wood Rot

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Why Lose Time Waiting for the Cable Guy? 5 Ways to Take Back That Time

Americans waste almost five hours a year waiting for service people to show up. Use that time wisely by tackling these home maintenance tasks. Read
5 Ways Your House Can Kill You — And How to Prevent It

What do your furnace, your windows, and your gas grill have in common? They’re all conspiring to do you harm if you’re not careful. Here’s how to protect yourself and your family from easily preventable accidents. Read

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5/22/2015

Clever Ways to Fake It and Save

Sometimes it's OK to fake the real thing, especially when it means a significant savings.

Why Fake Grass is Gaining Popularity

Want a picture-perfect lawn? Maybe fake grass is the answer. It solves watering, weeding, and fertilizing woes. But is it perfect? Read

Clever Security Tricks That Will Fool Any Burglar

A little ingenuity can make your house more secure when you’re home alone or away on vacation. Read

How to Fake a Fire and Put Some Spark in the Bedroom

Electric fireplaces are cheap and easy ways to spark a little somethin’ on a cold winter night. Just plug and play. Here’s how they work. Read

Faux Wood Garage Doors: Look of Wood at a Budget Price

In our ongoing “Why You Should Fake It” series, we look at faux wood garage doors that give you the look of wood at a price point that’s easier to swallow. Read

Deceptively Easy Ways to Get the Stainless Steel Look

Our “Why You Should Fake It” series continues today with bright ideas so you can get the stainless steel look at the price of a cheap dinner. Read

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5/11/2015

Spring Yard Prep

Study up on some easy ways to have your yard prepared for it's busy season!

Season-by-Season Lawn Maintenance Calendar

Follow our season-by-season lawn maintenance calendar to get a barefoot-worthy lawn and ensure great curb appeal. Read

How to Divide Plants

Make the most of your perennials by dividing and transplanting favorites that have outgrown their homes. Read

How to Keep Your Dog Out of Your Garden

Is your pooch pawing your petunias? Here’s how to keep your dog out of your garden and away from your precious plants. Read

How to Mulch

Anyone can learn how to mulch and prolong the life of their landscaping. Here’s how. Read

Lawn Aeration: Give Your Grass a Breath of Fresh Air

Lawn aeration ensures lush, healthy grass year-round. Read

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4/26/2015

Landscaping and Curb Appeal - Creating Spaces That Add Beauty and Value

7 Landscaping Mistakes That Wreck Curb Appeal

Don’t let badly designed or maintained landscaping wreck your home’s curb appeal. Here are pitfalls to avoid. Read

Season-by-Season Lawn Maintenance Calendar

Follow our season-by-season lawn maintenance calendar to get a barefoot-worthy lawn and ensure great curb appeal. Read

11 Ways to Create a Welcoming Front Entrance for Under $100

Wouldn’t it be nice to approach your home’s entrance with a grin instead of a grimace? Take our tips for beating a clear, safe, and stylish path to your front door. Read

8 Tips for Adding Curb Appeal and Value to Your Home

Here are eight ways to help your home put its best face forward. Read

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