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06/07/2026

Kid's clutter out of control? Bins under the bed are a great way to keep kids organized and keep clutter to a minimum.

06/06/2026

You can bring the feeling of the great outdoors inside your home with biophilic design. Here’s how.

Here’s our primer on biophilic design and how you can use its principles to bring the benefits of the great outdoors into your home.

06/04/2026

Need to clean up that kitchen clutter? Try repurposing an old CD rack to hold all those pesky plastic container lids. Checkout more clever kitchen storage hacks here.

If chaos in the kitchen is sending you to the drive-through window a bit too often, it’s time to take control with the help of some time-saving, storage-friendly kitchen hacks. Here are five to get you started. Pull-out shelves. If you have to kneel down and rummage through deep corner cabinets, p...

06/02/2026

The mortgage process can be confusing for the first-time buyer. Here's some help in understanding the points and fees involved.

When buying your first house, the terms and conditions of the mortgage process can be confusing. Here’s a primer on two such terms: points and the origination fee. Origination fee. This is the cost that the mortgage company charges you for borrowing money. When you take out a mortgage, it is a new...

05/31/2026

Mixing elements like concrete and pebbles can add design flair to a simple outdoor walkway. Do you like this hardscape design?

05/30/2026

The warm glow and appealing scents of candles make them a beautiful home accent. But cleaning candles and their containers can be a chore. Here’s how to keep your candles burning bright.

Candles can grow dusty and sooty, and their wax can make a mess of candlesticks and containers. Cleaning candles are easier than you think!

05/28/2026

Choose a bed the same color as your pet’s fur to conceal dirt and shedding. Find other pet-friendly decorating tips here.

For many of us, a house wouldn’t be a home without a pet -- or two -- or several. But even the most ardent pet lover will admit that cat towers and giant dog beds do little for the decor of a home. Fortunately, there’s a plethora of products on the market that will keep your pet happy and your h...

05/26/2026

Neighborhood tennis courts and swimming pools are favorites of home buyers. Here's an article to help you consider the pros and cons of these features before you purchase.

When you’re shopping for a new home, many planned developments offer tempting neighborhood amenities such as swimming pools and tennis courts. But before you dive in, read about the pros and cons. Pros. Living in a neighborhood with tennis courts and a swimming pool provides easy access to leisure...

05/25/2026

Remember and honor all the brave heroes today who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

05/24/2026

Be sure to include the family in your curb appeal projects when prepping your home for sale. It will give everyone a vested interest and make things easier.