Homeownership Articles
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Are You Ready for Glow-in-the-Dark Trees?
They’re no longer science fiction. A team of California biologists has already created glowing plants, and now they’re working on glowing trees.
5 Good Reasons to Amend Your Tax Return — and How
Missed tax deduction? Overlooked tax credit? Get what’s coming to you by amending your return.
9 Easy Mistakes Homeowners Make on Their Taxes
Don’t rouse the IRS or pay more taxes than necessary — know the score on each home tax deduction and credit.
The new electric company: Your home
Some builders are starting to design “net-zero” homes for the mass market in hopes of taking the concept mainstream.
Don’t Miss These Home Tax Deductions
From mortgage interest to property tax deductions, here are the tax tips you need to get a jump on your returns.
6 Reasons to Reduce Your Home Price
While you’d like to get the best price for your home, consider our six reasons to reduce your home price.
Do’s and Don’ts of Homebuyer Incentives
Homebuyer incentives can be smart marketing or a waste of money. Find out when and how to use them.
Winter Lawn Care: 4 Steps to Protect Your Turf
Cold weather on the way means winter lawn care for your yard.
Although spring lawn care gets all the attention, fall lawn care is the make-it or break-it season for grass.
Solar Tubes Beat Traditional Skylights for Low-Cost Daylighting
By installing solar tubes, you’ll get the natural light that skylights provide — but with less cost and less hassle.
Choosing Light Bulbs Based on Your Fixtures
In the brave new world of light bulb choices, let your fixture be your guide.
How to Assess the Real Cost of a Fixer-Upper House
Trying to decide whether to buy a fixer-upper house? Follow these seven steps, and you’ll know how much you can afford, how much to offer, and whether a fixer-upper house is right for you.
7 Steps to Take Before You Buy a Home
By doing your homework before you buy, you’ll feel more content about your new home.
8 Tips for Finding Your New Home
House hunting is just like any other shopping expedition. If you identify exactly what you want and do some research, you’ll zoom in on the home you want at the best price. These eight tips will guide you through a smart homebuying process.
Kids’ Rooms: Storage Solutions for Every Age
From babies who adore you to teens who ignore you, kids change and so do their storage needs. Here’s how to organize kids’ rooms from cradle to college.
Small Home Storage: Maximize Your Storage Space
Your small home has more storage space than you think. For relatively little money but a lot of common sense and ingenuity, there’s space to be found.