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Super Bowl Landlords: From Nuns to Homeowners
Even a local monastery rented rooms to fans in Phoenix, as did owners of homes that ranged from ordinary to lavish. Next year: San Francisco. Continue Reading
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5 Closet Upgrades That Make You Feel Like Royalty
Here's your step-by-step guide for creating a luxury closet, plus some tips for saving money. Continue Reading
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7 Money-Saving Uses for Snow and Ice
When snow and ice cover your house and yard, use the cool stuff to save money on desserts, drinks and even electricity. Continue Reading
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4 Smart Ways to Split the House During a Divorce
Most of your wealth is likely tied up in your home, so how do you split it fairly? Try one of these four options. Continue Reading
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The 5 Biggest, Best Homeowner Tax Breaks
Clever homeowners take advantage of every tax break they can. How many of these five big-dollar homeowner tax breaks can you use? Continue Reading
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A New Way to Build: Green, Gorgeous and Prefabricated
Influenced by German building, the firm evoDOMUS is building ultra-green prefab homes with customized modern architecture. Continue Reading
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Top Trends in Home Design for 2015
Are you ready for wallpaper? It's one of 2015's top trends, along with gold fixtures, cowhide, blue accents, and modern elements. Continue Reading
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Are the Higher Home Values Worth Living Near a School?
Homes near high-scoring schools can be worth $200,000 more, according to the Brookings Institution. But there are tradeoffs. Continue Reading
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Selling Your Home in 2015? Make 5 Resolutions for Success
The real estate market has changed, and technology is one big reason. Here are tips for getting ready to sell your house. Continue Reading
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16 Uses For a Dead Christmas Tree
What can you do with an old Christmas tree after the holidays? Plenty, including recycling it as firewood or having it hauled away for wood chips. Continue Reading
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How to Host Parties in a Small Home
Even if you don't have a lot of square footage, you can throw a fabulous party in a small space. Here are 20 ways to make the most of the room you have. Continue Reading
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Is an El Nino on the Way? 10 Ways to Get Your House Ready
Forecasters say a weak to moderate El Nino is likely to emerge over the winter months. Start preparing by checking your roof. Continue Reading
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A Visit From the Landlord: What Are the Rules?
Landlords have the right to enter the property, but the rental agreement and local regulations spell out how much notice is required. Continue Reading
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Essential Ventilation for the Home
With modern homes built tightly for better energy efficiency, new ventilation systems are increasingly important. Continue Reading
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Budgets & Buzzkills: Our Remodel Rollercoaster
When you have a limited budget, how do you choose where to save money and where to splurge? Continue Reading
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It's One of the Most Dangerous Times of the Year
When it comes to the holidays, insurance concerns are usually an afterthought. But many traditions of the season pose risks. Continue Reading
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Fab Centerpieces That Are (Almost) Free
Skip the flowers and candles and save money by using simple greenery and twigs or displaying everyday objects in glass. Continue Reading
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10 Ways to Prep Your Kitchen for a Thanksgiving Crowd
To prepare a feast of turkey and stuffing, get your kitchen ready to sizzle by clearing the stage before you cook or set the table. Continue Reading
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Picking a Landlord You Can Live With
Should you rent a home owned by an individual landlord or an apartment managed by a large company? Continue Reading
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How to Turn a Closet Into a Mudroom for Less Than $300
Clever DIY moves like removing the doors and adding a bench create a drop-off area for backpacks and jackets. Continue Reading
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DIY Effort Makes Industrial Loft Unique
Armed with a detailed plan from a designer, this homeowner rolled up his sleeves and transformed his Edmonton home. Continue Reading
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Creative Uses for a Dead Tree
Did you think that you would ever see, so many uses for a dead tree? Continue Reading
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Thinking Outside the Box About Cardboard Boxes
Here are some useful and fun ways to reuse cardboard boxes. Continue Reading
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7 Ways to Cozy Up Your Home in Cold Weather
How to transform your home into a warm and inviting space in the chilliest months. Continue Reading
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'Million Dollar Listing' Advice: How to Raise Property From the Dead
Reality stars share tips on how put some life back into your home sale. Continue Reading
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Never Rake Autumn Leaves Again
No, the leaf fairy won't haul them away. But when you mulch leaves in place you help your community and the planet. Continue Reading
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Running Up Against 'Right-Sizing' Realities
Our kids take up more space these days, so why would we want to get by with less? Continue Reading
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'It's Just a Bunch of B.S., Really'
The startling advice that consumers are getting about lead paint hazards. Continue Reading
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Celebrity's Interior Design Adapts to Family's Home
An interior designer gives his clients the same feeling as a ranch house featured in magazine spreads. Continue Reading
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What's In Your Self-Storage?
Nearly 10 percent of all American households are renting storage space and the amount of stuff each puts into storage has been increasing too. Continue Reading
