Category: Homes
The 10 house noises you shouldn’t ignore
When I was a child and heard groans or creaks in the night, my mother would reassure me: “That’s just the house settling.” And it’s true …
Uncovering your home’s past: Find out what has happened inside the place you call home
Have you ever wondered who else has called your house home? For owners of older homes, it can be fun to peel back the historical layers …
Take a peek inside ‘Fear of Flying’ author Erica Jong’s stylish Upper East Side apartment
Marking the 50th anniversary of her groundbreaking book, Fear of Flying, novelist Erica Jong has plenty of things to celebrate. With a lucrative five-decade career in …
These upgrades can help protect your home from climate change
In less than a year between 2020 and 2021, Lake Charles, Louisiana, faced two hurricanes, then a severe winter storm, followed by more flooding, all …
Here’s where heating costs are really soaring
Even before the outbreak of war in Ukraine and subsequent energy crisis in Europe, Germany’s Federal Statistics Office estimated that 2.6 million people in the country could not …
The surprising number of Americans who say they’ve lived in a haunted house
A whole lot of things, according to a new survey from Real Estate Witch — including mold, a leaky roof, and termites. Surprisingly, ghosts barely made the list …
Your home could be a death trap & you may not even know it
Using the word accidental to describe injuries and death gives the impression that they were completely unforeseen and unavoidable. However, most of them are considered …
How to plan the perfect bathroom remodel
A bathroom remodel is one of the most challenging projects you can take on in your home. Bathroom remodel costs range from modest cosmetic updates …
Yes, you can even vacation like Barbie, if that’s your thing
“Barbiecore” is a hot trend characterized by vivid pink hues, based on the aesthetic of the iconic Mattel doll that has been an indelible part of …
Here’s where homes are sitting empty across America
A March LendingTree study found more than 16 million vacant housing units in the U.S. This figure may seem steep but becomes more reasonable when you consider …
5 surprising reasons summer may be best for home renovations
Summer may officially kick off on June 21, but people have been unofficially celebrating since Memorial Day weekend — and with the nicer weather may come …
The most patriotic cities & towns in America
As a nation, it’s important to commemorate those who have dedicated their lives to the defense of their fellow citizens. From California to the New York …
How Biden’s push for new building codes could impact your home
In early June, the Biden administration announced a National Initiative to Advance Building Codes to encourage state and local governments to enforce modern building codes when constructing …
Smart home tech that can actually lower your utility bills
As gas prices surge across the country, many Americans are looking for ways to save on energy costs, both in their cars and at home. Over …
Stop buying those ‘magic’ erasers & do this instead
Do you love Magic Erasers? Of course you do! They scrub even some of the toughest stains away — from your walls, your floors, your countertops. …
‘Greener’ asphalt alternatives for your driveway: Hemp, shells & solar tiles
Driveways might not be the most glamorous feature of a home, and many people probably take them for granted — until they crack or otherwise require …
The most tax friendly states in America
State and local governments maintain roads, run schools and pay police, and they need to fund public functions and state infrastructure. For most Americans, this additional …
These 20 cities have the hottest housing markets in 2022
In 2022, housing markets across the U.S. are still experiencing the unprecedented demand that arose during the early stages of the pandemic nearly two years ago. …
These states have the most favorable property taxes
With the rise of remote work possibilities, many Americans may be looking for new homes in their current state or looking to move to a new …
These are the states Americans have moved to most during the pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic accelerated remote work, allowing more Americans to consider relocating. Among those who chose new stomping grounds, where did they flock — and why? …
And the top home renovation of the pandemic is …
The pandemic turned our homes into workplaces, schoolrooms, playgrounds — everything places — with family members and significant others around all the time. After the …
How to afford emergency home repairs
A home’s mechanical systems, exterior features and large appliances don’t last forever. Even with regular maintenance, sometimes an expensive-to-fix item will fail. So figuring out how …
Will climate change make your house worthless?
Climate change may already be affecting your biggest investment. Rising sea levels are driving home prices down, a study by researchers at the Wharton School of the …