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08/25/2026

One of the costs paid at closing is the real estate transfer fee. What is this fee, and what is its significance to you?

Real estate transfer fees are one of several costs paid at a home purchase closing. What is this fee, who pays it and how much is it?

08/23/2026

Does this herringbone floor pattern say beautiful or busy?

08/22/2026

Soaking in the warm swirling water of your whirlpool tub is soothing and relaxing, but those jets need regular cleaning. Here are some tips for keeping your tub clean and sanitary.

Soaking up to your chin in the swirling warm waters of a whirlpool tub is luxurious. Here are some simple tips to show your tub some TLC.

08/20/2026

Your real estate agent is dedicated to serving as your home shopping adviser, but there are certain questions he or she cannot legally answer. Here are some topics to avoid and do the research for yourself.

Real esate agents want to be helpful, but they can’t answer certain questions because doing so could violate fair housing laws.

08/18/2026

Single women are leading single men when it comes to home buying. Here’s some information on this growing demographic trend and how it affects selling your home.

Home sales to single women buyers outpace sales to single men. Here’s our guide to how this growing trend translates to marketing a home for sale.

08/16/2026

Showers with no glass enclosures? Weird? Or less to clean?

08/15/2026

Your exquisite antique or oriental rug cannot be cleaned the same way as you would household carpet. Preserve it with special care using these tips.

When it comes time to clean an area rug, particularly an oriental or antique one, can your carpet cleaner do the job? Probably not! Read further...

08/13/2026

A loft apartment or condo can be a funky, chic place to live, but there can also be disadvantages to loft living. Weigh the positives and negatives with this handy guide.

Urban loft living is a stylish way to take repurposing to a whole new level. Read on to find out whether loft living is right for you.

08/11/2026

I’m moving overseas. Can I just buy an adaptor for all my electronics and appliances? Find out here.

Here’s a guide to what appliances can be easily moved abroad and what should probably be left behind in your home country.

08/09/2026

What's your Number 1 tip for a successful move?