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Living a greener, more eco-friendly life doesn’t require a complete shift in your lifestyle. With our useful tips on recycling, limiting food waste, shopping sustainably, and more, you’ll start reducing your carbon footprint in no time—and save some money while you’re at it!

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Home Security Offers That Are Actually Scams

Home security systems should make you feel safe—from the start. Don't fall victim to these common scams.

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12 Best Home Security Systems for Apartment Dwellers

Some security systems require drilling and wiring that apartments, condos, and co-ops don't allow. Here are some good options for...


32 Home Upgrades That Are a Huge Waste of Money

Home upgrades come in different shapes and sizes. Converting an extra bedroom into a home office may be just as...


15 of the Best Smart Home Devices That Are Worth Every Penny

These genius smart home devices will totally change your life. They're easy to set up too—if you can use a...


12 Sneaky Ways Your Home Is Draining Your Bank Account

Since your walls can't talk, we got home pros to suggest the hidden ways your house could be costing you...

13 Sneaky Signs Your House Is Being Watched

Gone are the days of burglars randomly bursting in with ski masks. Today's criminals will watch and wait until just...


10 Things Most People Forget to Check When Viewing a Home for Sale

You're on the hunt for your next home. You know what you're looking for—a large kitchen, a modern bathroom and...


The 8 Least Reliable (and the 8 Most Reliable) Home Appliance Brands

When you're spending a bundle on a new appliance, you want to make sure it's worth it. Here's what you...


11 Products Worth Spending Your Hard-Earned Cash On

These products will practically pay for themselves in convenience, safety, and effectiveness. Every homeowner should have them on hand!


The 14 Costliest Home-Buying Mistakes

Buying a new home is as exciting as it is nerve-racking; you long for your dream home where you'll grow...


What Keeps Mosquitoes Away? 12 Ways to Safeguard Your Home and Yard

Don't let mosquito bites ruin your fun. Learn how to keep mosquitoes away by making your property an uninviting place...

11 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Sell Your Home

Forget feng shui. Asking yourself these questions will put you in the right spot to sell—and reap the greatest rewards.


11 Deadly Myths About Electricity That Need to Be Cleared Up

We use electricity every single day—here's what you should know to stay safe.


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Bottled Water Vs. Tap Water: Rethink What You Drink

Chemicals, contaminants, pollution, price: new reasons to rethink what you drink and beware of bottled water.