The National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) estimates that a home fire occurs once every 88 seconds. What would you do if your home were to catch on fire? Do you have an evacuation plan in…
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How to Read Your Insurance Policy (And Actually Understand It!)
Your insurance policy isn’t quite poolside reading material. It does its best to explain what you’re covered for, and everything you’re not, all in one complicated stack of papers. The importance of understanding your insurance…
How to Hire a Contractor
It’s a homeowners worst nightmare: you hire a contractor to renovate your bathroom, update your wiring, or build an addition onto your house and they do a shoddy job—or worse, take your money and run….
8 Home Repairs You Should Never Do Yourself
Contractors and skilled laborers aren’t cheap, so tackling projects around the house on your own is a great way to save money. But DIY isn’t always the best route. It could wind up costing you…
Thinking About Installing Solar Panels? Here’s What You Need to Know
A new solar project is installed in the United States every 100 seconds, according to the Solar Energy Industries Association. Solar power is clearly on the rise, and it’s not hard to see why it’s…
What Is the Difference Between Water Damage and Flood Damage?
Burst pipes, overflowing toilets, floods—there are so many ways water can wreak havoc on your home. So, how can you tell whether you’re dealing with water damage or flood damage? They sound similar, but in…
How to Transform Your Patio Into the Outdoor Oasis of Your Dreams
If you’re fortunate enough to have a deck, porch or patio, it’s time to start thinking about sprucing it up for summer. Your outdoor living space is an extension of your home, so why not…
Golden State Getaways: Where to Vacation in California This Summer
California’s got a little bit of everything, so whether you’re itching for a road trip, want to bask on the beach, or yearn for a relaxing mountain retreat, you can quite literally choose your own…
10 Tips for First-Time Landlords [INFOGRAPHIC]
There are plenty of reasons to rent out a house. Maybe you’re dipping your toes into the world of real estate investing, or you’re struggling to sell your home and need to rent it out…
7 Tips for a Successful Garage Sale
‘Tis the season for spring cleaning! The only thing that’s more rewarding than decluttering your home and starting fresh is turning all that clutter into cold hard cash. Sure, apps and social networks are great…