8 Easy Mistakes Homeowners Make on Their Taxes
In TaxesDon’t rouse the IRS or pay more taxes than necessary — know the score to avoid common tax mistakes.
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Yard & Patio8 Spring Lawn Care Tasks You Need to Do Now
How to prepare your yard for spring so you can enjoy it more and work on it less.
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Yard & Patio4 Tasks That Veteran Homeowners Know You Gotta Do in March
Don’t forget the binoculars for task #2!
Get Ready for Tax Time—the Easy Way
Simple tips on what to do (and what to avoid!)
Can I Claim the Mortgage Interest Deduction?
In TaxesDetails can be tricky. Double-check yourself with these tax rules affecting homeowners.
How Long Should You Keep Tax Returns, Records, and Receipts?
In TaxesFor most tax deductions, you need to keep receipts and documents for at least 3 years.
A Remodel for Every Room
The right one will add happiness for you and value for your home.
Home Improvement ROI: A Room-by-Room Tour
In Remodeling Tips & AdviceFind out which projects could bring you joy — and some cash back!
13 Small (and Affordable) Home Upgrades for Big Impact
In Save Money, Add ValueTransform your home into a beautifully designed space — without the spendy price tag.
5 Home Improvement Projects That Pay Off
In Remodeling Tips & AdviceNot feeling like a big spender these days? Check out the rewards of small home improvements.
Fix It or Ditch It?
Follow these tips to prevent a minor problem today from becoming an expensive headache tomorrow.
Roofing: Repair or Replace?
In Home Maintenance TipsDeciding whether to repair or replace roofing is largely an exercise in timing — you don’t want to reroof too soon and waste money, but you don’t want to wait too long either.
When to Repair or Replace Your Appliance
In Home Maintenance TipsConsider age, repair cost, pricing, energy efficiency, and whether to modify your kitchen to accommodate a new unit.
HVAC Maintenance Checklist
In Home Maintenance TipsHere’s an easy, doable preventive maintenance checklist to keep your heating and cooling system in top shape.
You Only Think It’s True: 10 Myths Costing You Time and Money
In Home Maintenance TipsSave your cash for more important things, like, you know, your mortgage.
7 Household Expenses You’re Probably Wasting Your Money On
In Home Maintenance TipsThere are better ways to spend.
First-Time Home Buyers: What You Need to Know
How to find exactly what you want, and how to work with the experts who’ll help you get it.
The Everything Guide to Buying Your First Home
In Buy a Home: Step-by-StepHow to find exactly what you want, and how to work with the experts who’ll help you get it.
What to Know About Your Credit Before Buying a Home
In FinancingIt’s not just whether you pay your bills on time that matters.
Your Questions Answered: Best Home Buying Tips for First-Timers
In First-Time Home BuyerNo, you probably don’t need to put 20% down.
First-Time Buyer Season 3
Watch what happens as home ownership newbies search for their dream home in season 3 of First-Time Buyer, streaming now!
What to Expect During a Home Inspection
In Buy a Home: Step-by-StepFrom finding an inspector to dealing with surprises — this is your guide to getting a house checked out.
8 Simple Rules for Negotiating Your Offer and Getting That House
In Buy a Home: Step-by-StepYou and your agent are going to use everything you’ve learned to seal the deal.