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Prevention-themed tips, news and advice for homeowners and apartment dwellers. Covering everything from homeowners insurance and renters insurance to storm preparedness, home buying, apartment security and DIY tips.

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Backyard Electrical Safety Tips

May 24, 2013 by

My Place Memorial Day kicks off the summer season for many homeowners. And, chances are, this will be the beginning of many... Read Full Story

Safe Room: The Ultimate Secure Shelter [INFOGRAPHIC]

May 22, 2013 by

My Place Safety is a significant issue for every homeowner and eliminating unsafe situations inside the home should be a top priority.... Read Full Story

Fuel Your Grill with Man Power [VIDEO]

May 22, 2013 by

My Place In Episode 5 of our web series The UnReal Adventures of Ted and Traci, our heroes are enjoying the warm... Read Full Story

King of the Grill: Serving Up Grill Safety [INFOGRAPHIC]

May 22, 2013 by

My Place Throughout the United States, Memorial Day signifies the start of summer. This federal holiday is observed annually to honor American... Read Full Story

Market Madness [part 2]: Handling the Hassle of an Open House

May 21, 2013 by

My Place Last year, my wife and I put our home up for sale. It was our “five-year house” and we were... Read Full Story

How to Do a Final Walkthrough Before Closing on a House

My Place When the home buying process is nearly complete, many buyers start relaxing and focusing on other details, such as purchasing new... Read Full Story

Green Moving Tips: How to 'Eco-Boost' Your Move

April 25, 2013 by

My Place If your resolution for 2013 was to curb your carbon footprint, you might find it a challenge when there’s an... Read Full Story

The Essential Guide to Renting a Storage Unit

April 23, 2013 by

My Place Many of us, at one point or another, will use self-storage. Whether it be for college, moving, general storage or downsizing,... Read Full Story