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Thinking of Remodeling? Go Certified!

August 10, 2012 by

My Place Dreaming about your perfect home but stuck in a house you don’t love? You’re in good company! Thanks to shrinking... Read Full Story

Lead Paint: Lovely, but Lethal!

August 2, 2012 by

My Place Young children put everything in their mouths, even things that seem in no way tasty. Despite protests from Mom and... Read Full Story

Backyard Safety: Don't Get Decked

June 19, 2012 by

My Place I don’t know about you, but the minute the weather gets above 60 degrees, we open up the back doors... Read Full Story

How Not to Create the Ultimate Staycation [VIDEO]

June 12, 2012 by

My Place In Episode 6 of our web series The UnReal Adventures of Ted and Traci, our couple can’t afford the Hawaiian... Read Full Story

5 Unexpected Home Maintenance Costs

May 29, 2012 by

My Place I often advise new homeowners to put aside at least some money each year for annual maintenance. About one percent... Read Full Story

The Need-to-Know Truth about Home Improvements and Resale Value

My Place Let’s face it.  Selling a home today is much different than it was five or six years ago.  Prices have... Read Full Story

Create the Ultimate Mom Cave for Mother's Day [INFOGRAPHIC]

May 11, 2012 by

My Place Mother’s Day is traditionally celebrated with gifts for your Mom — flowers, a spa day and a family brunch are... Read Full Story

4 Steps to Take Before Renting Out Your Home

May 7, 2012 by

My Place My friends like to joke that my husband and I are on the path to becoming professional landlords. When we... Read Full Story