Not every DIY home project is worth it. When your security deposit is on the line or when the job involves specialty equipment and products, you’re better off (and may even ...
How Not to Waste Your 3-Day Weekend
You get one extra day this weekend. You could spend the entire glorious day on your couch... or you could decide that this weekend, you will resist the call of Netflix and ...
Pro Tips: Hire the Best House Cleaner for the Job
Admit it – you need help. Work has been busy, the kids were sick, and the vacuum cleaner hasn’t been run in too long. It’s okay. Hiring a housecleaner only costs between $80 ...
Pro Advice: When to Repair or Replace Your General Appliances
You use your appliances every day but don’t think about what you’ll do if they stop working. Buying them was a big investment. If they break down, do you shell out your ...
Editor’s Picks: Our 5 Favorite Midsummer Home Projects
From farmer’s markets to pool parties, now is the time to get out and enjoy a world in bloom. But if you’re anything like us, by halfway through the summer that bloom can turn ...
Editor’s Picks: Our Best Summer Beach Reads
The water’s warm, the sun’s out and you're on the beach. Relax with our best summer stories, from creative cocktail recipes to warm-weather beauty secrets. Recipes: Your ...
Is Your PC Worth Saving? A Pro Breaks It Down
When your computer won’t stop crashing, it’s time to get help. Sam Escochea of theIDTGroup in Phoenix, Arizona is a top-rated computer pro who specializes in repairing PC ...
3 Easy Ways to Invest in Yourself Right Now
If you’re stuck in a rut — out of shape, behind your financial goals or feeling bleh about your home — you'll get a lot further in the long run with a little professional help. ...
Toilet Troubles? Here’s When to Fix – or Not
Few household issues can make your stomach sink as fast as a toilet problem will. Whether you’ve got a leak, a broken seat or a tank that won’t stop running, you’re definitely ...
What It Really Costs to Make Your Apartment Feel Like Your Own
If you’re a renter, you’re stuck with certain things for now — like that weird popcorn ceiling, those fluorescent bathroom lights or that laminate kitchen counter that’s ...
