Home Ideas/ Decorating

All About The Bundles: Tying Services Together Bundling telecommunications services together can be an effective way to save money. Word Count:403
How To Avoid Foreclosure Rescue Scams Even in tough financial times, there are safe, legitimate options for families facing foreclosure. Word Count:356
New Bathroom Reader Offers Thrills And Laughs A new book relates strange but true tales of plumbing horrors and hilarity. Word Count:338
Just In Time: A New Mosquito "Killing Machine" Warm weather means mosquito season is upon us, and so is the need to protect ourselves from West Nile and other diseases these flying pests may carry. Word Count:321
Easy, Inexpensive Tips And Tricks To Remove Odors Here's a breath of fresh air: Although more than 78 percent of Americans say such household odors as food, pet messes and mildew can be hard to eliminate, you can combat the problem without disrupting a normal cleaning routine. Here's how. Word Count:356
Saving Money On Moves Cutting the costs of moving can be a smart way for millions of Americans to save money each year. Word Count:340
Boomerang Babies Back At Home A growing number of empty nesters have seen their children flock back home. Word Count:375
Chinese Drywall Can Threaten Health And Property Chinese drywall may pose a threat to the health of homeowners and to property values. Word Count:373
Improving Curb Appeal While Protecting Your Home's Value Seasonal roof inspections can help ensure that your home looks great and is properly protected against bad weather. Word Count:422
Keeping Wastewater Systems Shipshape The wastewater system in my house tends to get backed up. Word Count:293
Going Green Has Never Looked So Good As more people try to take better care of the environment, there is an increased interest in "green gardening." Word Count:433
Prime Planting Options For Tough-To-Grow Areas Ground covers can be an effective way to fill in tough-to-grow parts of your landscaping. Word Count:375
Home Safes Provide Protection Whether it's because of the economy or an increase in extreme weather, a growing number of people are looking for ways to increase their safety and peace of mind. Word Count:362
Making A Difference, Two Degrees At A Time Homeowners can conserve energy, save money and protect the environment with a few simple steps. Word Count:367
New Program Offers Mortgage Modification There may be good news for borrowers who are struggling to keep their loans current or who are already behind on their mortgage payments. Word Count:535
Being Prepared For A Natural Disaster There are steps you can take to prepare your family for a natural disaster such as a hurricane, flood or earthquake. Word Count:369
A Rainbow Of Environmentally Friendly Paint Being green has never been so colorful. That's because one paint manufacturer now creates a zero-VOC paint in a rainbow of colors. Word Count:464
How To Increase Curb Appeal And Protect The Environment There are several steps you can take to make your home more comfortable to live in now and more appealing to prospective buyers someday. Word Count:318
Web Site Offers Tips On Effective Home Cooling Room air conditioners can be an effective, efficient way to keep your home cool and comfortable. Word Count:398
Give Your Deck A "Face-lift" Resurfacing with wood-alternative decking adds value and curb appeal-at a fraction of the cost. Word Count:476
Technologies That Can Help Reduce Household Expenses There are many ways to cut costs while taking advantage of technology, including switching to cell phones exclusively. Word Count:407
Important Baby-Safety Essentials For Your Home Whether you have a new baby on the way or a little one just learning to walk, arm yourself and your home with basic safety essentials. Word Count:508
Top Tips For Improving The Value Of Your Home In tough economic times, it seems one of the best investments homeowners can make is in their house. Word Count:581
Renting Vs. Buying: Information And Education Are Key Deciding whether to rent or buy a home is one of the most important financial decisions many families make. Word Count:448
Cookware Is A Key Part Of Any Recipe Many cooks are finding that to be at the top of their game, they have to pay attention to the bottom--of their pots and pans, that is. Word Count:421
Discovering Energy Savings In Your Own Backyard Economic uncertainty and the increase in energy costs have many homeowners digging deep-in their pockets and their wallets-searching for ways to pay the increased costs of heating and cooling their homes. Word Count:346
Staying Connected Throughout A Residential Move And During Violent Weather Before, during and after relocating, it's important to stay connected-and make sure essential services don't get interrupted. Word Count:475
Simple Upgrades For A Healthier Home If you're among the tens of thousands of Americans who will be installing new energy-efficiency products in their homes, you should consider making your home healthier, too. Word Count:311
Increase Your Home's Value With New Flooring With more than 3 million homes across the country currently on the market, according to Zillow.com, "value" is the No. 1 buzzword for both buyers and sellers. Word Count:330
How Homeowners Can Take Stimulus Dollars Further Here's hot news: You can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and take advantage of federal tax credits. Word Count:411
Boomers Choosing New Lifestyles For many people, retirement presents an opportunity to enjoy good weather and an active adult lifestyle. Word Count:331
Affordable Solutions To Make Your Home Safer, More Energy Efficient Homeowners are always looking for ways to make their residences more environmentally friendly, energy efficient and safer--and such improvements don't need to cost a fortune. Word Count:403
Tips On Avoiding Mortgage Fraud And Scams There is good news for those who fear they may lose their home to a fraud artist pretending to help them avoid foreclosure. Word Count:413
Household Tips For Getting Greener Many people think it's getting easier to be green. Word Count:407
A Summertime Treat For A Backyard Campout According to a recent national survey, nearly 60 percent of Americans may celebrate one of their family vacations with a "staycation" this year. Word Count:443
New Tools Educate Consumers On Homebuying Process As more Americans consider returning to the homebuying market, many are looking for tips to simplify the mortgage process. Word Count:296
When Thunderstorms Cause Utility Outages Knowing what to do if a thunderstorm causes a power outage, water issue or other utility disruption won't just save you hassle, it could also save you some cash. Word Count:397
Wallet-Friendly Solutions For Household Ant Problems More than 90 percent of the homes in the U.S. have wood frames, and according to the University of Massachusetts Department of Building Materials and Wood Technology, property damage caused by wood-destroying insects costs homeowners billions of dollars every year. Word Count:478
Big Changes On A Small Budget Tips and tricks that can update your home's look without busting the budget. Word Count:518
Buying A Home: Do Your Homework Declining house prices coupled with historically low mortgage rates and a new tax credit for first-time homebuyers seem likely to boost home sales in the months ahead. Word Count:409
Energy Efficiency Easier With Expert Advice Energy-efficient home-cooling systems don't just save homeowners money and reduce the harmful impact on the environment. This year, qualified systems may also help homeowners earn a federal tax credit under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Word Count:299
Tips For A Clean Air Checkup Dr. Neil Schachter offers simple tips to give your home and indoor air a healthy boost. Word Count:356
A New Decor Can Be Just A Click Away Now, with several new home technologies, decorators and do-it-yourselfers can shop for the home--in the comfort of home! Word Count:362
Protecting Your Property Against Flood Damage Any time of year can be the right time to protect yourself, your family and your home from the damage a flood can cause. Word Count:207
Protecting Your Family And Pets From Fire Ants Imported red fire ants overrun the majority of Southern United States, from Texas and Oklahoma to Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas. Word Count:474
Ants In Your Home Is No Picnic Ants are social insects that work together for a common good but their food-seeking missions may not always be in your best interest--especially if such efforts take them into your home. Word Count:376
Home Makeovers For Less Than You Might Imagine One of the most attractive home renovations may also be one of the least expensive--simply adding a fresh coat of paint. Word Count:352
Web Site Shows How To Set Up Electronics For people who need help setting up their audiovisual components, a new Web site, www.CEAConnectionsGuide.com, offers tips on getting connected. Word Count:318
Call The Repairman? Appliances Do It For You Today's appliances "know" when something's wrong--and can even contact the repair center. Word Count:340
The Next Green Frontier: Your Home Office Whether you work from home occasionally or every day, there are several simple things that can be considered when setting up a home office to go green--and save money. Word Count:643
New Program To Aid Mortgage Holders There's good news for homeowners who are looking to take advantage of today's historically low mortgage rates. Word Count:415
Small Invaders, Big Problems: An Insect Forecast Homeowners can help ward off invasions from household pests by following some simple steps. Word Count:293
Making The Most Of A Favorite Kitchen Feature For prospective new homebuyers, the kitchen can make or break the sale. Word Count:484
Choosing Ground Cover For Eco-Friendly Beauty Turfgrass, the nation's traditional ground cover, may be losing ground to the more eco-friendly creeping perennials. Word Count:397
Getting More Out Of Your HDTV If you're like a growing number of Americans, you're tuned in to the idea of watching high-definition television (HDTV). Word Count:476
A Small Investment Returns A Safer And Healthier Home A quick and easy improvement project could save money and lives. Word Count:372
Responsible Living: Do Your Cleaning With The Environment In Mind A green home-improvement makeover can accomplish simple changes that will be as easy on your wallet as they are on the environment. Word Count:569
Glimmer Of Shimmer: Metallics Reflected In Tile More homeowners are taking a shine to one of the latest design trends: metallics. Word Count:294
Now Is The Time To Make That House A Home A home means a lot of different things to a homeowner. Fundamentally, it's a place of shelter, but more than that, it's a place of memories, a reflection of personality and it's an investment. Word Count:557
Building A Better Smoke Alarm New fire alarm technology is more effective at waking people than standard smoke alarms. Smoke alarms save lives but only if they work to alert the people at risk. Word Count:497
Property Taxes Too High? What You Can Do To make sure you're paying the right amount of property taxes and not overpaying, the first step is to be sure your home has been assessed properly. Word Count:459
Taking Simple Green Steps at Home Pays Could you use an extra $1,500 or so? Word Count:453
Prevent Pests From Spoiling Your Outdoor Fun A few simple actions can help protect you from warm-weather pests, including mosquitoes and ticks. Word Count:194
Treat For Fire Ants Now For more and more Americans, now is the time to think about defeating fire ants. Word Count:499
Foreclosure Prevention: GMAC Gives Tips On How To Keep Your Home The foreclosure crisis is receiving national attention, and financial education is one way GMAC Financial Services is addressing the issue. Word Count:689
Smaller-Scale Home Improvements Continue To Pay Off Recent research reveals there is some good news for homeowners these days. Word Count:387
Hearty Hydrangeas Bloom On New Growth There are 90 million gardeners in the U.S., according to the National Gardening Association. Word Count:301
Create A Hacienda-Style Home Having a new home at the old address can be both easy and inexpensive. Word Count:410
Protecting Wood Furniture Moisture and the sun's ultraviolet rays can take their toll on the wood furniture used on decks and porches and in sunrooms, so it's important to protect and maintain the finish. Word Count:171
Tips To Help You Plan A Vegetable Garden A little planning can help your vegetable garden grow and flourish. Word Count:432
Simple Tips For Starting Your Own Kitchen Garden Edible gardening is growing in popularity. Word Count:388
Tackling Lawn Troubles Some simple preparation can keep your yard healthy and inviting all season long. Word Count:386
Your Attic Could Hold The Key To Cutting Energy Costs With heating and cooling accounting for as much as half the energy used in homes, trying to reduce your electric bills with simple fixes like programmable thermostats won't get you that far. Word Count:413
Quick Quiz: The Dirt On Your Cleaning Style Knowing the type of cleaner you are could help make housekeeping seem like less of a chore. Word Count:408
Cleaning Tips For A Healthy House The right kind of vacuum could help families keep a clean bill of health. Word Count:412
How Hydrangeas Can Heighten Your Enjoyment Of Your Yard Hydrangeas are growing on home gardeners. Word Count:523
Tips For A Better Night's Sleep When it comes to staying healthy, many feel hitting the sack is as important as hitting the gym. Word Count:401
Smart stucco-style fencing Smart fence makers offer new, affordable stucco fencing options. Word Count:260
Ten Tips For A Healthy Home A few simple changes at home can go a long way to reducing high energy bills as well as helping to fight global warming. And because healthy people start with a healthy environment, taking small steps to "go green" can also have a long-term impact on your well-being. Word Count:590
Go Green With A Water-Saving Lawn Ways you can save water and still enjoy a healthy lawn. Word Count:338
Choosing The Right Paint Color--The First Time A picture might be worth a thousand words, but to many do-it-yourselfers, a simple snapshot could soon seem priceless. Word Count:529
Healthy Air, Save Money Clearing the air in your home could help your family breathe better and save you some cash. Word Count:145
Easy Ways To Save Money Around Your Home Spending a little on improving your home may help you save a lot of your money. Word Count:490
The Indoor Scoop On Air Pollution Many homeowners might be surprised to learn that air pollution can be as much an indoor concern as it is an outdoor problem. Word Count:375
Keep Germ-Carrying Roaches Away From Your Family You don't want to see cockroaches in your home or anywhere near your food or family, because you don't know where they've been. Word Count:399
Don't Let Pests Ruin Your Time Outdoors Or Your Lawn The tough economy is forcing many of us to stay home more often to save money. That means more time in the backyard. Word Count:409
Safe From A Silent Killer New advancements in wireless technology mean home security systems can track a different type of intruder, yet one that's a deadly killer. Word Count:167
Bill Stimulates Interest In More Efficient Windows A new tax credit may help homeowners save on home improvements and pay dividends when it comes to energy. Word Count:344
Quick And Budget-Friendly Party Tips For your next gathering, here are great tips to save time and money. Word Count:361
Is Buying A Home Now Right For You? Despite the recent economic challenges, there is still a silver lining in the housing industry: Mortgage interest rates are at their lowest levels in several years. Word Count:343
Buy Your First Home--Get $8,000 First-time home buyers may find that buying a home-sweet-home is just a little sweeter this year. Word Count:378
Geothermal: Good For You, Good For The Economy, Good For The Environment With increasing frequency, homeowners are selecting geothermal systems to provide heating, cooling and hot water to their homes. Word Count:375
Tips On Avoiding Foreclosure Scams There's good news for homeowners who are facing foreclosure. There are programs available designed to help them work out the problem before it gets too late. Word Count:421
Do-It-Yourself Moving Made Easy Quick tips to help ensure that your move is smooth and easy. Word Count:280
Beware Of Foreclosure Rescue Scams As the number of people who need help keeping their homes increases, so does the number of con artists trying to take advantage of these people in their time of need. Word Count:373
Get Rid Of Poison Ivy Fast Poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac--they're the kind of weeds you don't want anywhere around your kids or pets. Word Count:364
Getting Rid Of Ugly Crabgrass Crabgrass is big and ugly. It ruins your curb appeal and property value. Word Count:413
Protecting Your Landscape From Destructive Insects There are more than 91,000 species of insects in the United States. Many are beneficial. Word Count:400
Eight Easy Ways To Be Water Wise At Home Eight easy ways by which you can help make every drop count. Word Count:618
Go Green And Keep Green In Your Pocket Cutting back on your cleaning costs can also be good for the environment. Word Count:354
Let The Sun Help You Save You can improve your ability to economize, exercise and entertain. Word Count:205
Finding Safe And Green Ways To Clean It's important to be certain that using cleaners in your home doesn't actually pollute it. Word Count:365
Safe Mowing Is No Accident Unsafe operation of lawn mowers leads to thousands of accidents, yet most can be prevented. Word Count:311
Bedrooms Are An Allergen Hot Spot Beds are a sanctuary-a safe haven for rest and rejuvenation. But if most people-particularly allergy sufferers-really knew what was lurking beneath the sheets, they might think that their bed is more like a litter box than a sanctuary. Word Count:367
Create Your Own Salad Garden The current economy is fueling a grassroots hobby and a healthy money maker: vegetable gardening. Word Count:420
Keep Carpet Like New These tips can help you keep your carpet looking newer, longer--saving time and money. Word Count:153
Extend Your Living Space With A Front Porch A growing number of homeowners are looking for ways to get more out of their property and expand their living space. Word Count:277
Insulated Siding Looks, Feels Good A beautiful, healthy home that's not only a more pleasant place in which to live but a better real estate investment can be easier to achieve than many realize. Word Count:231
Protect Your Expensive Landscape From Japanese Beetles According to the most recent study by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Japanese beetles cause more than $420 million in damage annually to trees, plants, flowers and vegetables. But did you know that Japanese beetles actually begin their lives underground as grubs? If left unchecked, grubs will damage your lawn. Word Count:423
A Shrub Makeover On A Budget Curb appeal, according to the National Association of Realtors, helps sell about 49 percent of existing homes. Word Count:415
In Tough Economy, Gardening--And Heirlooms--Take Root It's growing season again, and as millions of eager gardeners take to the soil, their motivation may be remarkably different from years past. Word Count:571
Avoiding Foreclosure "Rescue" Fraud If you're having trouble making mortgage payments, speak to a certified credit counselor to avoid falling prey to scam artists. Word Count:375
Stretch Decorating Dollars A new home at the old address can be easy to achieve. Word Count:205
Staycation Safety For Pool And Spa Owners Checking pool and spa water frequently--especially during heavy usage--can help ensure that the water is clean and safe. Word Count:422
The New Do-It-Yourselfers It seems women have helped retool the image of the do-it-yourselfer. Word Count:252
Tips Today For A Cool Tomorrow Taking a few steps now can improve the odds that your air-conditioning system will be able to deal with warm weather heat and humidity. Word Count:375
Don't Try to Save by Skimping on Pest Control As Americans look for ways to reduce costs in the recession, more homeowners are scrutinizing household maintenance expenses to cut out the luxuries. Word Count:402
Music To Get Organized By Getting your house in order can seem less like a chore and more of a high-energy workout when you crank the tunes. Word Count:413
Test-Driving Your New Home Some potential homebuyers are test-driving adult communities nationwide before they decide where to move. Word Count:414
A Green Makeover For Your Bathroom When you're looking to go green in your home, the bathroom can be a great place to start. Consider taking some of these steps. Word Count:373
Plant Trees To Help The Environment And Your Wallet Trees give our landscape character. They create beauty, provide natural habitats for wildlife, absorb carbon dioxide and protect the soil against erosion. Word Count:400
Flowers Can Help You Sell Your Home Realtors say curb appeal is one of the most important tools to help you sell your home. Word Count:424
Save Your Ash Trees From The Emerald Ash Borer The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is smaller than a dime, but it has killed tens of millions of ash trees in Michigan and in several other states. Word Count:416
Deck Dilemma Simple Tips For Sprucing Up Your Outdoor Living Space Word Count:590
Creating a Diamond-Standard Kitchen On A Budget Cooking at home doesn't have to be a drag. Word Count:387
2009 Color Forecast: Packed With Inspiration Giving a room a new coat of paint with a decorative touch can be a quick and economical way to refresh and redecorate. Word Count:380
New Law Helps Keep Pools Safe Few things are as refreshing as a dip in the pool, but it's important to always keep safety in mind when you swim--especially if children are around. Word Count:373
Tips To Help You Grow Greener Taking a step toward a greener life may be easier than you imagine. Small changes in your daily life--at home and at work--can make a big difference when it comes to protecting the environment. Word Count:225
Wood Staining 10: Easy Refinishing Projects It's easy to give wood surfaces a new, long--lasting finish with stain and a protective finish--just follow these simple steps. Word Count:400
Better Sleep Can Help Warm Up Relationships A bad night's sleep affects your mood, work and relationships with others. Word Count:509
Stop Unsightly Water Stains It's easy to block stains and prevent them from coming back--just follow these steps. Word Count:293
Tips For Choosing A Cooling And Heating Contractor Choosing the right contractor to repair or replace your home comfort system is an important decision, but homeowners can make an informed decision by considering a few tips for choosing a qualified contractor. Word Count:362
Making The Digital TV Switch Easier It's important for everyone to help people get hooked up so that the digital TV conversion is ready for prime time. Word Count:377
Five Appliances That Can Help You Save Money If you're looking for ways to save money, you may want to take a new look at some of the appliances you probably already have in your home. Word Count:331
"Remodel" Your Kitchen For Less Now you can "remodel" your kitchen at a fraction of the cost. Word Count:429
Smart House Hunters Shop Online When shopping for a new home, be sure to visit the best addresses--Web addresses. Word Count:515
Evaluating The Return On A Remodeling Project Preparing a home for resale can involve difficult and costly decisions as sellers look to find every advantage to attract buyers. Word Count:343
Add Style To Your Outdoor Spaces It's easy to add a touch of style and create great outdoor living space with some paint and a little imagination. Word Count:392
Using The Web To Safeguard Families From educational Web sites that help teach fire safety to background check services that can be used when hiring a babysitter, experts say there are a number of ways by which the Web can help keep families safe. Word Count:340
Green Fees: Saving Time And Money In Your Own Backyard You can mow like a pro without letting a little yard work stand between you and your weekend. Word Count:421
Managing Security Systems Via The Internet People can now access and maintain their security systems remotely via the Internet. Word Count:400
A Beautiful Deck In Two Steps It's easy to restore your deck to its natural beauty. Word Count:346
Protecting Your Home From Termites It's important for homeowners to keep termites from eating away at their homes and also their wallets. Word Count:280
Tips To Make Your Home More Eco- And Budget-Friendly Try these tips for a more energy-efficient and economically smart home. Word Count:472
Five Top Tips For A Green Kitchen When it comes to going green, experts say you should start by going with what you know. Word Count:404
Three Quick And Easy Steps For A Beautiful Exterior There's now a scrub-free way to a beautiful exterior. Here's how. Word Count:370
Safeguarding Your Family Finances If you're one of the nearly 50 percent of American workers who lives check to check, it may pay to put time on your side. Word Count:359
Tips To Help You Save Money On Heating And Cooling Bills You may be able to avoid getting hot under the collar when you contemplate your heating and cooling bills if you heed a few hints. Word Count:361
10 Tips Toward Sprinkler Season Smarts You may be able to save money and the environment. Word Count:444
Taking Advantage Of The Current Market The advice of a real estate professional can help potential homebuyers figure out what their best options are. Word Count:381
Keeping Documents Secure Yet Accessible A safe can be an effective way to protect sensitive files while keeping them accessible. Word Count:408
Learn How To Make Your Home Asthma-Healthy With Newly Released Guidelines Knowing the truth about a common myth can help your health. Word Count:626
Tips For Recycling More Plastic Bottles And Bags Earth Day can be a perfect reminder for thinking about the many ways in which we can contribute to a healthier planet throughout the year. Word Count:391
Great Opportunities For First-Time Buyers With low interest rates and an abundance of available homes, it can be a great time to turn those dreams of homeownership into a reality. Word Count:345
Protecting Your Home From Winter Weather Without warning, homeowners can suddenly be without power. There are steps you can take to keep your homes warm and cozy during the winter season. Word Count:430
Aging In Place By Holding On To Your Home Even in an uncertain economy, the door is still open for seniors to hold on to their home. Word Count:439
Cutting The Cost Of Fun There are a number of ways to squeeze plenty of fun into a tightening budget. Word Count:333
Are You Ready? Storm Safety For Your Family Severe storms, floods, tornadoes and hurricanes can bring about several problems--such as power outages--that your family can be prepared to handle. Word Count:588
Lowering Home-Lighting Costs Taking a few steps to cut the cost of lighting your house could be a bright idea. Word Count:325
The Nose Knows: Aromatherapy Benefits Of Cedar Want to feel more serene at home or increase your chances of selling it after a prospect walks in the door? Word Count:302
Protect Your Favorite Memories With A Cedar-Lined Chest Many of us have treasured family keepsakes from weddings or christenings made of delicate fibers such as angora, lace or silk. Word Count:374
How To Have Healthy, Fresh Fruit Trees Tips from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to help ensure any fruit tree you buy is healthy and a good fit for you. Word Count:379
Turn Your Armoire Into A Cedar Closet And Create Practical Storage If you live in an older home, chances are you have little or no closet space. Word Count:368
Trade Up To A Larger Home Without Moving It's a common problem. Word Count:415
Cut Your Costs And Your Carbon Footprint Living in an energy-efficient, environmentally sustainable home is now more easily attainable. Word Count:473
Limit Your Exposure To Allergens With A Little Planning Making changes around your home before allergy season starts could help to minimize your symptoms. Word Count:388
Remove Red Wine Stains The next time someone spills a glass of red wine on your beautiful carpet, follow these steps to prevent that stain from becoming permanent. Word Count:168
Staging Your Home In A Down Economy It's a tough time to try to sell a house, but Realtors say there are inexpensive ways to stage your home that might make for a faster sale. Word Count:357
Symbol Of Quality Celebrates 100th Birthday To mark the 100th anniversary of the Good Housekeeping Seal, the magazine is celebrating with a year of special features and surprises. Word Count:348
Living Greener And Breathing Healthier Air The Living Healthy and Green campaign encourages homeowners and builders to construct radon-free homes. Word Count:338
Stretching Your Family's Dollar Around The Home Making a few wise purchases now can fatten your pocketbook in the long term. Word Count:417
Low-Cost Green Remodeling Want to go green without spending a lot of greenbacks? Word Count:404
High-End Entertaining On A Budget There are easy, inexpensive ways to entertain for less and still have a great time. Word Count:626
Blueberry French Toast For Cozy Mornings On days when the sky is gray and cold winds blow, brighten the morning with the comforting flavors of "Blueberry French Toast Sandwich." Word Count:227
Fix A Leaking Faucet--And Save Some Green--At The Same Time How long have you been ignoring that pitter-patter coming from the shower or jiggling the handle on that running toilet? Word Count:393
Tips That Brighten Your Dinner Bash There's nothing like a meal with friends to brighten your mood, and a few easy tips can help you be the ideal host. Word Count:377
There's No Place Like Home Quick and simple tips that will transform personal living spaces into special retreats. Word Count:322
A Low-Cost "Green" Method To Protect Your Expensive Clothes You've paid thousands of dollars for all the clothes that are hanging in your closet, so you want them to last as long as possible. Word Count:348
Is Your Child Safe In Your Home? Tamper-resistant outlets help protect children against electric shocks and burns. Word Count:378
Filtered Water: The Difference Is Clear Here's refreshing news: You can drink to saving money and the environment--with a glass of tap water. Word Count:377
Bunk Beds Safer Than Ever, But Caution Still Needed Do not play on or around: When a child has a bunk bed, it should only be used for sleeping. Word Count:336
Rent Payments Don't Insure Personal Belongings Quick tips about an inexpensive way to help guard against losses. Word Count:423
Inexpensive, Imaginative Way To Update D‚cor Vinyl wall graphics allow homeowners to inexpensively change the feel of a room. Word Count:326
Six Ways To Get The Most Money For Your Home The housing market can be easy and profitable if you focus on the basics. Word Count:382
Get Organized One Room At A Time If organizing your home seems like a daunting task, there's an easy way to make it more manageable--focus on one room a day and work in short intervals. Word Count:431
Vision Loss Help A new resource may help millions of Americans who are living with vision loss. Word Count:248
Sanitize Your Way To A Healthier Cold Season Although with cold weather the coughing and sniffling of the cold and flu season seems inevitable, there are steps you can take to protect yourself and your family. Word Count:379
Dust Exposed: The Five Most-Forgotten Dusty Hiding Spaces To ensure a completely clean home, arm yourself with the right tools and take a second look at these five most-overlooked dusty hiding places. Word Count:573