Whether it's your first, second or third home, you can't always afford all the space you want. Here's how to make any home feel more spacious: Choose colors wisely. Darker paint colors and tones can bring warmth to a room and make it feel cozy... (Read More)

It can be an exciting time when you put your home up for sale. Maybe you're relocating for a new job, are buying a bigger home, moving to a better neighborhood or just want to see what else is out there! Whatever your reason, here are three things... (Read More)

You have a good job and have a solid track record paying your rent. You want to buy your first home, but you're worried that student loan debt, the tiny balance of your bank account and the fact that you don't have a high-paying job will hold you... (Read More)

Homeownership doesn't just feel good. Research suggests that it has numerous benefits for children, teenagers and families. According to a study conducted by researchers at the University of Southern California and the University of San Diego... (Read More)

Garage doors injure thousands of people each year. Help keep your family safe with these tips: 1. Remind children that the garage door remote is not a toy. Keep the garage opener remote out of reach of children. 2. Teach children to keep their... (Read More)

Buying a fixer-upper? Whether you have a small remodeling job ahead of you or a big one, you're always much better off with a plan. Here are some tips for coming up with a plan designed to help you succeed: Decide how much you're going to spend... (Read More)

From the time you make an offer on a home to closing day, you'll be writing a check (or two, or three!). Here are the times during the home buying process you should be prepared to haul out your checkbook: When making an offer. You'll be asked to... (Read More)

You're in the market for a new home. While things like square footage and condition of a home are important, you'll also want to think about the bigger picture. You're not only choosing a home that's right for you — you're choosing a neighborhood... (Read More)

Interesting in buying a distressed property? You'll still find these types of homes on the market. But there are definitely fewer bank-owned properties and short sales available for sale today than there were a couple of years ago. Beyond a... (Read More)

Summer is here, and you want to keep your kids safe and injury-free. Here are the activities you'll want to pay special attention to while school is out and kids are on the go: Biking. Biking is the most dangerous sport, based on estimates of... (Read More)