The Hardworking Home: We weigh the pros and cons of washing your clothes in the basement, kitchen, bathroom and more. Unlike the typical 10-foot by 10-foot kitchen or the 5-foot by 8-foot bathroom, laundry rooms have no standard size. That’s why many laundry rooms end up in awkward places or
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01/07/2015
Many economists believe mortgage rates will be on the move upward this year after sitting near historic lows the past few weeks. The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rose above 4 percent for only two weeks since Oct. 16, according to Freddie Mac's weekly mortgage market report. That has helped to
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01/07/2015
Tired of renting? Uncertain about retirement? You’re not alone. Here’s a look at four major financial issues facing Americans. Here are four of the trends and expectations that could affect you — and your wallet — in the New Year. http://bit.ly/4-Financial-Trends-for-2015
01/07/2015
The nearly $4.9-million widening project that began in May is adding two additional lanes south of the existing lanes between just east of the entrance to Cory Lake Isles to Morris Bridge Rd., spanning about two miles. http://bit.ly/Cross-Creek-BLVD-Construction-Update
01/07/2015
Did you take kitchen functionality up a notch this year? We want to see your best solutions for the hardest-working room in the house. Please upload your smart projects in the Comments below, and we will pick a few hardworking kitchens to profile in an in-depth way. http://bit.ly/Show-Us-Your
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01/06/2015
Quote of the Day. January 7, 2015 There is nothing permanent except change. -Heraclitus
01/06/2015
Six Fast Fixes for January Get ahead of household problems for the New Year with these easy upgrades. http://bit.ly/6-Fast-Fixes-for-January
01/06/2015
U.S. home values rose at a measured pace in November, a sign that demand remains weak as many buyers have been priced out of the market. Prices increased 5.5 percent in November compared with 12 months earlier, real estate provider CoreLogic said Tuesday. http://bit.ly/US-Home-Prices-Coasting
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01/06/2015
Give yourself an incentive to exercise regularly by creating an environment that will get you moving at home. Finding the motivation to use your workout space is often the hardest part. Here are 10 elements to give your workout space (and you) a jolt of inspiration. http://bit.ly/10-Elements-of
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01/06/2015
While you save up your down payment, take these 5 steps to get you closer to closing. For renters planning to buy a home, preliminary steps like creating a budget and saving for a down payment are obvious. Here are five more advanced steps toward moving out of your rental and into a dream hom
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01/06/2015