It’s a situation that makes you gasp in horror: You’ve dropped an open bottle of nail polish on the sofa or carpet—yikes! You worry that the stain will never come out. Have no fear! With...
It’s a situation that makes you gasp in horror: You’ve dropped an open bottle of nail polish on the sofa or carpet—yikes! You worry that the stain will never come out. Have no fear! With...
If you’re a bird lover, it takes just a few steps to turn your backyard into a haven filled with brilliant colors and cheerful songs. Here’s how to attract birds to your backyard. Birds want...
We’ve all succumbed to impulse purchases at some point, so if you’ve got buyer’s remorse about any of the following household items, there’s no shame. If you haven’t made these purchases yet, be forewarned: Home...
Shoppers are used to seeing a yellow-and-black label attached to an appliance with the Energy Star logo and information about the machine’s energy usage. When you’re in the market for a new appliance, you should...
The COVID-19 pandemic heightened the public’s awareness of the importance of sanitizing surfaces at home and at work. Coronaviruses primarily spread through the air, but other pathogens are spread when you touch contaminated surfaces, then...
YouTube has a vast collection of DIY videos on fixing just about anything. Likely, someone has posted a tutorial video addressing any repair job you may encounter with your house or car or other big...
Specific home maintenance checkups should be done annually to troubleshoot potential issues before they become problems. One important area to check is your home’s electrical system. Catching hazards early will not only save you money...
Real estate fraud is growing in the United States. There are two main types of fraud: title theft, where criminals impersonate property owners and transfer titles to themselves or third-party accomplices, and wire fraud, in...
While more than half of home sellers interview only one real estate agent before hiring someone, it’s wise to meet with at least three before making a decision. Here’s a checklist to help you through...
Your seven-year-old refrigerator is on the fritz. Should you spring for a repair or bite the bullet to replace the broken appliance? Fortunately, there’s a simple rule of thumb that can help you make the...
