It's nearly spring -- the traditional season of taxes, renewal and cleaning up your living space. If you really want to make a dent this year, author and inspirational speaker Barry Dennis suggests getting rid of the "chotchky" -- a ... more

HOME CHECKLIST Is your closet jam-packed with clothes? Maybe you don't need more space but a new approach to your wardrobe.
"At some point or another, I think that almost all women deal with the 'closet full of clothes but ... more

If 2011 felt like a bone-wearying, thank-goodness-it's-over slog to the finish, resolve to make things easier on yourself as you flip the page to a new year. We culled 50 tips from colleagues and our favorite magazines and websites to ... more

Think poinsettia plants are passe? Had enough holly at the holidays? Try tomatoes.
Besides growing dozens of varieties of poinsettias for a national research project, the University of New Hampshire has been experimenting with dwarf tomato plants as holiday decor. ... more

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(ARA) - If you think home maintenance means fixing something only when it's broken, then you could be in for some costly surprises. Routine maintenance can help identify and address home-related issues early and prevent them from becoming bigger problems ... more

Aging in place remodeling is not your typical kitchen and bath remodel. Yes, these two areas are often an integral part of an aging in place remodeling plan, but more than upgrading an area of your home or increasing its ... more

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Upgrade Siding
When your siding has seen better days, upgrading it just might be one of the best investments you can make for your home, no matter what the economic climate. Since siding functions as a shield for the materials it ... more

'Tis the season to pawn off potentially stressful holiday chores and rediscover merry.
The gloom and frugality of the recession may be lifting for service-oriented businesses that allow customers to outsource seasonal errands they dread. From holiday decorating to shopping, ... more

Universal design is the philosophy of building products and environments to be accessible to people of all abilities. Although it is often associated with retirement homes and facilities for people with disabilities, it's increasingly being seen as smart design for ... more

Selling a home is a big deal, no matter the nation's economic situation, but trying to get a good price for your home today is a challenge to say the least. When selling a home in a good market, most ... more

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Second homes are a great choice whether you're looking for a summer retreat or an investment property. There is a laundry list of considerations to think about before making such a huge investment, however. Make sure you're informed about all ... more

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It's heading towards late summer and your house still has that "For Sale" sign out in the front yard. Remember, it's not your house anymore, so you may have rearrange a few things in order to make it seem like ... more