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Staying safe around the house

6 tips to make your house safer this summer

Thursday, July 8, 2021

(BPT) - We all like to think our homes are a safe and secure place to relax and enjoy time with our family. Even though we try to make our homes as safe as possible for our children, accidents and …

For your family’s health and your home’s structural integrity, don’t let mold grow. Experts can help.

Hints For Homeowners

What To Know About Mold And Mildew

Tuesday, June 15, 2021

(NAPSI)—If you’re like a lot of homeowners, your domicile is in danger from an insidious, invisible growth—mold—and you don’t even know it. That’s because for many people, mold conjures …

Safety fur-st: Pet safety and fire prevention tips

Thursday, June 10, 2021

(BPT) - Pets nationwide are considered beloved members of the family. In fact, pet ownership throughout the U.S. has skyrocketed, with approximately 12.6 million Americans opening their home to a new …

A professionally cleaned heating and cooling system can save you money.

Hints For The Home

Quality HVAC Cleaning

Friday, June 11, 2021

(NAPSI)—You could be more comfortable at home for less money. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, cleaning a HVAC system lets it run more efficiently. Clean, efficient systems …

Considering a move this summer?

The New Homeowner's Moving Checklist

Monday, July 12, 2021

(Family Features) Now that you've closed on your first house, you're officially ahomeowner. However, before you can get comfy in your new place, you need to actually move in. If you've never moved into a new house, there are a few things you may not be aware of.

How Buyers and Sellers Feel About Today's Housing Market

Monday, June 28, 2021

(Family Features) In the hottest real estate market in a generation, homes are flying off the market at record pace, there's fierce competition among buyers and there's limited housing supply to meet growing demand.

How Home Buying and Selling Preferences are Modernizing

Monday, March 15, 2021

Deciding to buy or sell a home is among the most important choices many people make in their lifetimes.

All you need is $5 and 5 minutes to improve your home's curb appeal

Friday, July 16, 2021

(BPT) - First impressions matter, especially when selling your home. The moment a potential buyer pulls up to your house they start to form an opinion. Curb appeal is important to draw buyers in and …

Upgrade your summer living

How To Have the Perfect Summer at Home

Tuesday, June 29, 2021

(BPT) - While cookouts and trips to the beach are great, sometimes it’s also nice to spend a hot summer’s day relaxing in the comfort of home. Especially on those break-the-thermometer …

Keep your cool this summer with these energy-saving tips

Tuesday, July 13, 2021

(BPT) - There's a lot to love about summer. At the same time, the season can run up your electric bill fast, especially for Americans living in places where summer temperatures are reaching record …

6 tips to make your house safer this summer

Thursday, July 8, 2021

A Budget-Friendly Flooring Option with Vibrant Variety

Tuesday, May 3

(Family Features) When you're sitting down to plan out a remodel, you don't typically start with a designer lamp or a sleek lounge chair - you design your spaces from the floor up. Consider these reasons to opt for resilient flooring during your remodel.

Spruce Up Your Interior Living Spaces This Spring

Monday, May 2

(Family Features) Spring is an ideal time to make functional and aesthetic updates to your home, including surfaces in oft-used rooms like kitchens and bathrooms. Get started on your home upgrade with these ideas.

7 On-Trend Kitchen Upgrades

Monday, April 25

(Family Features) Designers from coast to coast are cooking up fresh ideas for kitchen upgrades. If you are planning a kitchen upgrade, take inspiration from these on-trend elements spotted by the design experts at Wellborn Cabinet.

The Ultimate Spring Cleaning Checklist

Friday, March 18

(Family Features) Spring is the perfect time to clear out unused items and give forgotten corners a good scrub. To help you reach every nook and cranny, consider this handy checklist.

Create a Healthier Home Through Smart Updates

Monday, March 14

(Family Features) Consider these ideas to create spaces that are not only functional and beautiful but also impart a sense of well-being.

Easy, Affordable Bathroom Upgrades

Monday, March 7

(Family Features) If you're looking to update one of the most-used spaces in your home, consider these easy and cost-effective ways to give your bathroom a facelift.

How to Set a Proper Budget for Your Home Remodel

Monday, February 28

(Family Features) When you decide to renovate your home - whether to sell or make improvements for you and your family to enjoy - setting a budget can be a challenge. Consider these tips to help build an appropriate remodeling budget.

4 Ways Color Can Make Your House a Haven

Monday, February 14

(Family Features) Incorporating colors inspired by simplicity and serenity can create spaces that transform the home into a soothing and comfortable space.

An Inviting Refuge

Monday, February 7

(Family Features) Converting your living space into a soul-soothing refuge may be easier than you think as a serene color palette is often all you need to shift the mood of your home. Incorporating colors inspired by simplicity and serenity can create spaces that transform the home into a soothing and comfortable space.

Beat the Winter Blues

Monday, January 24

(Family Features) Freshen up the inside of your home, no matter what the weather is doing outside.

On-Trend Home Designs for 2022

Monday, January 17

(Family Features) If you're planning to upgrade your living space in 2022, consider incorporating materials like stone and brick, which bring color, texture and functionality while complementing some of this year's leading design trends.

4 Stylish Color Trends for 2022

Monday, January 17

(Family Features) A new year brings new opportunities to refresh your living space and add new colors into your life. These four trends are all about incorporating more of yourself and your lifestyle into your home, whether it's answering your need for a serene escape or dialing up the energy with vibrant surroundings.

5 Color Trends for a Stylish Home in 2022

Monday, January 10

(Family Features) A new year brings new opportunities to refresh your living space and add new colors into your life. These five trends are all about incorporating more of yourself and your lifestyle into your home, whether it's answering your need for a serene escape or dialing up the energy with vibrant surroundings.

Smart Strategies for Choosing Your First Apartment

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(NewsUSA) - Whether you are a recent college graduate, a grad student in a new city or a young professional shifting gears into a new job, finding your first home as an independent adult can seem …

12 Things You Need to Know Before Betting The 2022 NBA Finals

Friday, May 20

(NewsUSA) - The matchups are yet to be decided, but here are 12 facts you should know before placing your NBA Finals bets. Some of these little-known facts and figures can be the keys to placing …

NFL Week One Odds Released: Bronco's Host The Seahawks

Tuesday, May 17

(NewsUSA) - The 2022-23 NFL season kicks off Thursday, Sept. 8, as a marquee matchup headlines several intriguing matchups. Here is a look at what you can expect. Game of the Week Buffalo Bills …

3 ways to ensure your deck stays high and dry

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(BPT) - Whether you live in a climate prone to heavy rainfall or just want to preserve the structural integrity of your home’s outdoor space, it’s important to consider how moisture can …

Worried about power outages? These 5 tips can help you feel prepared

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(BPT) - While you may enjoy warmer temperatures, summer weather also brings dangerous storms. Scientists at Colorado State University predict at least 19 named tropical storms and nine hurricanes …

Summertime clean-up with design in mind

3 days ago

(BPT) - After months of snow and dreary rain, warm weather is an opportunity for new beginnings, new growth and deep cleaning. It seems every year that our houses are back to square one when it comes …

Pocket Door Designs that Save Floor Space

4 days ago

(BPT) - Small interior spaces are full of big challenges, especially bathrooms, kitchens, and living areas where every square foot of floor (and wall) space is valuable real estate. Cozy can be …

DIY Gifts Dad Will Love for Father’s Day

Thursday, May 19

(BPT) - Father’s Day is right around the corner, and what better way to celebrate Dad or the father figure in your life than with a homemade gift that will last for years to come? Whether it be …

4 Outdoor Home Improvement Projects to Tackle this Summer

Monday, May 16

(BPT) - When you think of summer cleanup, you likely picture decluttering and deep cleaning your indoor spaces. However, your outdoor spaces need just as much attention as your home’s interiors …

Want to green your home? The many eco-benefits of modern electric fireplaces

Monday, May 16

(BPT) - Interest in green home improvements continues to soar as people look to make their properties more eco-friendly and comfortable. One top trend of the year is adding a modern electric …

10 tips to attract more wildlife to your land

Thursday, May 12

(BPT) - Can’t wait to go hunting or fishing on your back 40? Or maybe you just love watching wildlife in the backyard through your kitchen window? If you want to attract more deer, wild turkey, …

3 key ways to prepare your home for an extra-long pollen season

Thursday, May 12

(BPT) - Warm weather brings people outdoors where they are greeted with sunshine and breezes, as well as allergens like tree, grass and weed pollen. This is a big problem if you have allergies or …

5 tips for creating a sparkling living space this summer

Thursday, May 12

(BPT) - The warmer months offer a great opportunity to refresh your living space and create a sparkling clean home for months to come.Because of their eco-friendly nature and versatility, steam …

Home Maintenance Made Easier

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(NAPSI)—If you have 30 seconds—and a free new app—you can save yourself time, money and trouble, and help preserve the planet at the same time. The app helps people tackle and reduce home …

Spring Shopping For Yard Equipment: Things To Know

Monday, May 16

(NAPSI)—Warm weather is here, and you are ready to get outside and make your yard both beautiful and functional. Maybe you’re aiming to have the best yard on the block, want to install an outdoor …

Get Your Ducts In A Row

Thursday, April 7

(NAPSI)—Before you spring into action cleaning your home this season, you may want to consider a source of dirt you can’t see but do need to deal with: air ducts. Your home’s heating and …

The ABC’s Of 3D House Printing

Tuesday, March 29

(NAPSI)—It may sound futuristic but there are people today living in homes created by a 3-D printer—and you can too. A. What is 3D Printing 3D printing started out as a way to make design …

Pointers On Purchasing A Zero-turn Mower

Wednesday, March 23

(NAPSI)—More time spent at home is prompting homeowners across America to improve their property’s curb appeal. With an increased focus on their yards, many individuals are looking to upgrade …

Air Conditioning Use Could Exceed Electric Capacity

Tuesday, March 8

(NAPSI)—The day may come soon when you turn on the AC—and it won’t be there. That’s because climate change could mean such an increase in summer air conditioning use in the United States as …

Gym Or No Gym? Fitness Expert Tom Holland On Finding Your Ideal Exercise Routine

Friday, March 4

(NAPSI)—They say old habits die hard, but for a lot of people the last two years have proven otherwise. The COVID-19 pandemic fueled a seismic shift in the way people view physical and mental …

Four Veterinarian-Approved Tips For New Pet Parents

Friday, March 4

by Whitney Miller, DVM, MBA, DACVPM (NAPSI)—Whether you’ve just decided to welcome a new pet to your family or you’re in the throes of early pet parenthood, like all pet parents you may …

Your Property Tax Assessment: Too High?

Friday, February 18

(NAPSI)—With inflation rising to 7.5% in January, Arizona residents are feeling the pinch no matter where they turn. From the grocery store to the gas pump, it seems like every cost is out of their …

What You Should Know About The 3G Shutdown

Friday, February 18

(NAPSI)—The end of the 3G cellular network has begun and for many Americans, it may come as a surprise. They might wake up one morning to some of their most important devices not …

Sell Your Home With A Lot Less Stress

Wednesday, January 19

(NAPSI)—Every year more than 5 million homes change hands in America. In the greater San Antonio area around 3,000 sell each month. For most people, that can be pretty daunting—but it doesn’t …

Backyarding Trends in 2022: TurfMutt Foundation Predicts Americans Will Continue to Expand Outdoor Living

Tuesday, December 21, 2021

(NAPSI)—“Backyarding”—the trend to move indoor activities outdoors that was made popular during the pandemic —is here to stay and will continue to expand in 2022, according to the TurfMutt …

Ring In The New Year With An ‘Anti’ Resolution List

Tuesday, December 21, 2021

(NAPSI)—As the world celebrates the new year, many will make an annual list of resolutions and goals, which often include improving overall health and fitness. As we continue to weather …

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