Understand the responsibilities of home ownership. This primarily applies to first time home-owners. Purchasing a new home is not always cut and dry. There are many factors that come into play and much to be considered. Research is important and plays a major role into the purchase of a new home....

Just because the temperatures are soaring doesn't mean your energy bills should. Here are some handy tips on how to curb your energy use. Install a ceiling fan. Yes, it's old school, but a well-placed ceiling fan creates a "wind-chill effect" that lets you raise the thermostat four...

If you’ve been dreaming about owning your own home and saying a final goodbye to your landlord, use these tips to get a jump-start on saving money in the long and short run. Buying a home is most likely the largest purchase you’ll make during your lifetime. Knowing your ZEROS is being...

From a simple trellis to an ornate gazebo, an outdoor structure can refresh your space and lend your landscape year-round appeal. Here are four popular options to consider. Trellis -- This vertical garden accent is a basic panel of latticework that's meant to support climbing plants. Mount...