It wasn’t long ago – maybe a couple of decades – that a homeowner trying to sell a home could sink some money into some last-minute projects and expect to see a windfall when the home sold. That faded about 10 years ago and the return on investment (ROI) has continued a downward trend over

One of the secrets to a nice, full, green lawn (besides seeding, fertilizing and watering, of course) is in how you approach mowing it. When it comes to mowing your lawn, even little things affect how your grass will look. Armed with these six tips, your lawn will look its best and be easier to

Trees add aesthetic value to your home by adding color and foliage. They also attract songbirds. From another standpoint, older trees not only add aesthetic value, the shade they offer also serves to block the sun, which will lower your energy costs in the summer.  Tree roots can also cause damage to your home and

If you’ve got a project that you can’t DIY, there are three words that are absolutely essential when it comes to hiring a professional to do the work: licensed, bonded and insured. The truth of the matter is that anyone can say they are, and a few will even advertise they are when they’re not.

You may look upon this simple, ubiquitous household item as something you just have to throw away. But there are some legitimate uses for bread tags that may have you thinking twice before tossing them. They can help with organization, offer material for craft ideas and even household cleaning.  Organization If you’re reading this on