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The Most Common Spring Cleaning Mistake (Plus 8 Others)

Don’t open the windows. That spring breeze is no help at all. Once there’s even a glimmer of spring, you’re ready to throw open your windows and let the breeze blow away the winter funk. Well, you might want to … Continue reading

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6 Projects to Banish Boredom from Your Yard

Save time and money while adding touches of awesomeness to your yard. We’re all about indulging in Starbucks’ latest seasonal concoction or this season’s “it” bag. (OK, maybe a knockoff version of this season’s “it” bag.) Trends are just plain … Continue reading

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17 Things to Never, Ever, EVER Do to Your House

Keep the vintage wallpaper, but upgrade that time- and money-draining retro thermostat to programmable. What may seem like a good idea often isn’t.  Here are 17 common mistakes new homeowners may make. #1 Get Rid of Your Only Tub If … Continue reading

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Can I Claim the Mortgage Interest Deduction?

Details can be tricky. Double-check yourself with these tax rules affecting homeowners. Like most homeowners over the past couple of years, you may have discovered that you can no longer write off your property taxes or claim the mortgage interest … Continue reading

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4 Ways to Avoid DIY Mistakes — From a DIYer Who’s Made Them All

DIY gone wrong is your worst nightmare. Sleep better with these tips to master DIY know-how. New backsplash? You’ve done it. Upgrading a faucet? No problem. You’re a DIY master. But what about that electrical issue? Or fixing a leaky … Continue reading

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7 Tips and Tricks to Keep Your Home Cleaner Longer

Use humidity, a car product, and more ‘wow’ ideas to save cleaning time. When cleaning your home, why not do it in such a way that’ll keep your home cleaner with less effort? Here are 7 ways to keep your … Continue reading

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5 Things That REALLY Will Put a Serious Dent in Your Energy Bills

Stop sending so much money to your utility company with these simple strategies. Your Mexican beach vacation was great, but, man, those margaritas sure can put on the pounds. It’s been two months, and you’re still carrying around an extra … Continue reading

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4 Things to Do in February to Avoid a Yucky Spring

 A mud-remediation plan. That’s No. 1 on this short list. That dark time when winter just won’t go is like that friend who can’t take a hint to leave. Give a push with these four easy tasks that’ll help usher … Continue reading

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4 Fun and Useful Energy-Saving Projects

A super-cool laundry-drying rack and 3 more projects take your energy-saving efforts to the next level. Sure, sealing air leaks,  and adding insulation, are great ways to boost your home’s efficiency. But if you’ve been there, done that, check out these four easy-to-make … Continue reading

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