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How to Arrange Your Bedroom for Better Sleep
As famed novelist Charlotte Brontë once said, “A ruffled mind makes a restless pillow,” and no one likes a restless pillow. But it's not just our internal stress that can affect our sleeping patterns — often, our external environment isn...
A Smaller Home Could Be Your Option
Many people are reaching the point in their lives when they need to decide where they want to live when they retire. If you’re a homeowner approaching this stage, you have several options to explore. Jessica Lautz, Deputy Chief Economist and ...
Never Get Locked Out of Your House Again with This Trick
When you’ve just returned home after a long day, the only thing on your mind is kicking your feet up on the couch. But after absentmindedly closing the door behind you while taking out the trash, you realize that your TV show will have to wai...
10 Objects in Your House That Could Be Worth a Lot of Money
The phrase “one person’s trash is another person’s treasure” accurately describes the clutter in your house. Items that have been gathering dust for decades may be worth a hefty sum to the right collector, but people often fail to reali...
Is It Better to Remodel or Move?
Neither is fun, but which choice will lead to your dream home? Many homeowners eventually ask themselves: Is it better to remodel or move? The answer depends on your household and needs. As your household shifts and changes, sometimes a drea...
All the Pros and Cons You Need to Know About Tankless Water Heaters
Make the switch to a tankless system to get on-demand hot water. When a tank-style water heater reaches the end of its life, the heating system's efficiency is often greatly diminished as the worn-out heater attempts to keep up with demand. ...
What is Rightsizing, and Is It Different from Downsizing?
A look at the potential benefits and challenges of rightsizing, plus how it differs from downsizing. You’re probably familiar with the terms “starter home” and “dream home.” The first is typically a small, affordable home you start...
Laminate Countertops Are Making a Comeback
Laminate countertops have really stepped up their game in 2024. You might’ve done a double-take after reading the headline, but yes, you read it correctly—we’re predicting that laminate countertops will be the comeback kid in kitchen d...