Georgijevic/iStockWhile home staging and interior design share the goal of making your home look its best (and many pros offer both services), each serves a very distinct purpose. Here are some questions to ask to help you decide which one is right for you.
Are you selling your home soon, or staying put?
To begin, consider whether you’re planning a...
TerryJ/iStockIf you’re a pool owner who’s a little foggy on what to do and why it’s important, allow this primer to fill you in—because while your pool might look sparkling-clean right now, it won’t stay that way on its own. Pool maintenance requires vigilance and a firm understanding of a few scientific principles.
“There’s lots of chemistry that ...
Realtor.com / Getty ImagesThe rental market appears to have hit an inflection point—and not a moment too soon for many Americans who have been squeezed tight by record-setting price increases over the past few years.
Finally, the steady drumbeat of steep and often untenable increases in leases across the U.S. is slowing, and rents have even begun f...
Design Pics/Getty ImagesThe furnace is one of the most important appliances in your home, as it keeps you and your loved ones comfortable during times when the weather isn’t the most hospitable.
“A furnace is a heating appliance used to heat and circulate air,” says Ron Natoli, a mechanical engineer and building systems expert for Robson Forensics ...
iStockThese flowers are a gorgeous addition to any yard, but they do require the right care—at the right time.
“To maintain strong, great-looking roses, proper pruning is essential,” says Jeff McManus, director of landscape services at the University of Mississippi and author of “Growing Weeders Into Leaders.”
“It is the key that keeps your roses h...