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California’s Epic Waterfalls
Courtesy of Visit California Record precipitation means water is flowing better than ever—go see these waterfalls while they’re still at their peak. Winter 2017’s epic
How to Build a ‘Barndominium’: 6 Steps to Turn a Barn Into a Home
Courtesy of Realtor.com f you’ve fantasized about how to build a “barndominium”—a barn that’s been converted into a living space for humans—then join the club. Barn conversions
Should I Sell My House? How to Tell If the Time Is Right
Courtesy of Realtor.com No matter how many fond memories you’ve accumulated in your home, there may come a time when you start wondering: Should I sell
Sacramento Is California’s Newest Real-Estate Hot Spot
Courtesy of Realtor.com Price cuts have been replaced by bidding wars. A once-sleepy downtown is flush with urban-renewal projects. A luxury condo tower with penthouses
6 Home Insurance Myths That’ll Cost You Big-Time
Courtesy of Realtor.com When you’re plunking down a big bundle of cash for a house, you need to protect it from all that could go wrong—and
Seriously, You’re Selling That? The 8 Scariest Things to Avoid at a Yard Sale
Courtesy of Realtor.com Every weekend, countless satisfying business transactions take place in front yards and garages across the country. Yard sales are America’s collective treasure
7 Cheap Landscaping Ideas That’ll Rake in Cash Later
Courtesy of Realtor.com A home with a gorgeous yard isn’t just easy on the eyes: Well-landscaped homes also sell for 5.5% to 12.7% more, according
5 Ways to Save on Home Renovation Costs So You Don’t Go Broke
Courtesy of Realtor.com Is your kitchen hopelessly outdated, and your bathroom a blast from the past? Then it sounds like you’re overdue for some home
Landscape Renovations That Really Pay Off
Courtesy of Realtor.com April showers will soon bring May flowers … or a slushy mud pit if your yard is more untended jungle than Martha Stewart perfection.
Free the Weekend: 5 Household Chores You Can Totally Skip
Courtesy of Realtor.com Ah, the weekend. So full of hope and promise! The hours you’ll have just to binge on Netflix, hang out with friends,
6 Sneaky Tips for Buying a Luxury Home Without Wads of Cash
Courtesy of Realtor.com The rich might be a little different from you and me. Especially me. But that doesn’t mean an average buyer (that’s us!) should
How to Go Green:
The Ultimate Homeowner’s Guide to an Eco-Friendly Pad Courtesy of Realtor.com If the phrase “eco-friendly home” makes you think of an off-the-grid hippie hut on
Protect Your Home From Severe Cold Weather
Homeowners in cold-weather climates—such as the Northeast, Midwest, and mountain areas—face icy conditions, blizzards and other cold-weather storms. Beyond requiring a quick trip to the
How to Install a Mailbox
Please, Mr. Postman, Is Mine Up to Code? Courtesy of Realtor.com In an era of email and text, regular snail mail often gets overlooked—as does