Electricity is both your friend and foe, depending on whether you know how to control it and protect yourself from electrical hazards. It is not an uncommon thing to hear that someone had an electrical accident in their home. Electricity […] Read More »

It can feel great to transform an empty house or apartment into your chic personal space, with family photos decking the walls, a flat screen TV programmed to your favorite channels and a dog or cat nestled on your side […] Read More »

Not everyone can afford to buy their own home, so the least they can do for now is rent a unit. The growing rental market is steadily increasing, especially among young professionals. Employees need a place to stay that is […] Read More »

Turn on your TV or open a magazine, and, sooner or later, you’re going to see the thing everybody everywhere is talking about these days: DIY home projects. No matter what your skill level or experience, there are always fun, […] Read More »

When your friends are having renovations done left and right, it’s easy to think it’s about time you caught up. In reality, however, some renovations are real home investments, while others don’t add much to the home’s value when it’s […] Read More »

Look up. Now look to the sides. If you stop there, you are missing out on one of the most important pieces of a beautiful space. Always remember to look down, too. Yes, at the floor. The floor isn’t just […] Read More »

After a grueling day of work, you head home to your apartment and just want some rest and relaxation. Unfortunately, seeing your room cramped with dirty clothes, old movie posters, and dirty walls makes you think that maybe it’s time […] Read More »

So you’ve decided to sell your home. Maybe you’re looking for a bigger or smaller house, or you’ve decided to move closer to family, or you want to be a little closer to work to shorten that daily commute. Whatever […] Read More »

Gone are the days that you can leave your door unlocked and you can still expect to be safe. Sadly, times have changed. Having no home security system and compromising safety can spell the difference between life and death. According […] Read More »

When you decide to build a granny flat (also known as a guest suite or mother-in-law suite) on your property, there is a lot to consider. It isn’t just about what style blinds you want for the windows, or what […] Read More »

If a fire, flood, tornado, earthquake or other disaster hits, you and your family must act quickly and decisively to ensure your safety. That means you need to be prepared at all times for the worst. Developing—and implementing—a disaster plan […] Read More »

The new year is here. No doubt many of you have a list of resolutions you’d like to accomplish in 2015, and there’s a good chance that one item on your list is decluttering your home. Maybe you looked around […] Read More »

Technological improvements have made it possible for more workers to stay connected remotely. This has led to a boom in the number of employees working from home. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of home-based workers in the […] Read More »

There are a lot of things to be thankful for in this life. If you’re a senior, it’s quite likely that among your blessings are the children you nurtured into great adults. Of course, it was an incredible task, but […] Read More »

There are a lot of reasons for consumers to shop local. Local businesses return a higher percentage of revenue to the local community than mass merchants, contribute more to local charities and causes, and create more jobs. But a recent […] Read More »

Have you had another argument with your landlord? Have you been kicked out of your apartment for the umpteenth time? Have you had to pack your bags yet again and frantically look for another place to move into? If yes, […] Read More »

Helen Rowland once said, “Home is any four walls that enclose the right person,” thus the right person must take full responsibility of his home, including maintenance and redecorating. In 2013, Houzz and Home survey revealed more than 100,000 people […] Read More »

“Being frugal does not mean being cheap! It means being economical and avoiding waste.” – Catherine Pulsifer   Image source It’s no secret that nowadays, people are aware of green living and sustainability trends. Living green has been equated to […] Read More »

Unused home gym equipment, old toys, boxes of papers, and other odds and ends; are these things familiar? You must have a garage! As cars are getting bigger and bigger and home space is getting smaller and smaller, making a […] Read More »

Image via Pinterest Natural and man-made disasters may strike any time, without warning, and destroy your home without mercy. 2011 was the year the United States government set the historical record for disaster alerts, as reported by News Wire Publications, […] Read More »