A flawlessly landscaped yard is a joy to behold. It can transform the entire look and feel of any home, and it doesn’t hurt that...

There’s nothing better than taking advantage of lazy summer days to get much-needed rest and relaxation. What better way to do that than...

A brand-new home. A home that is yours and has never been occupied by another person. That has the exact kind of floors and number of...

From an increased interest in suburban and rural living, to the rising popularity of larger homes, to the mutual moaning about privacy...

A lot of us have seen the inside of our kitchens more in the past six months than we have in the past two years! While you were whipping...

By keeping up with low-cost home maintenance and repairs now, you'll end up saving money in the long run. Here are a few basic home...

When shopping for a new home, what’s the main number people tend to focus on? Listing price. Determining whether a listing price is fair...

It’s the most … expensive time of the year! While the holidays are wonderful — people seem nicer, sweet treats abound, opportunities to...

Aside from the expert DIY-ers among us, a lot of homeowners find the task of turning a home into a cohesive space where the colors,...

Do you dream of escaping to your own beach bungalow on the weekends? Do you want to spend your holidays in a home in the mountains or a...

The cost of higher education is always being discussed on the news, in parent groups, by your friends and family. It’s pretty much a...

As the end of the year draws near, we all start to feel a bit more loving and generous. It’s just so much fun to buy gifts for others and...

The English language is full of money-related idioms that have been providing sound financial advice for generations. While tips for...

If you’ve ever watched HGTV, you’ve probably gotten pulled into shows like “Flip or Flop” or “Flip It to Win It,” resulting in a case of...

Are you expecting a tax refund this year? With the average American’s refund coming in at roughly $3,000, that’s a sizable chunk of extra...

Waiting to buy a home until spring or summer seems like the obvious choice for most families. The weather is warmer, kids get to finish...

Back to school can be a drain on your bank account, especially after a summer of big spending. Once you get into the habit of...

Interest rates have been at historic lows for some time, but they’re on the move. The U.S. Federal Reserve, which raises and lowers...

When life is simple, doing your own taxes can be pretty simple, too. But when you buy a home, your tax situation becomes a bit more...