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Inexpensive ways to bring spring into your home

Spring is a time of new beginnings. Flowers and plants are blooming, the sun is shining and the weather is finally getting warmer after winter's chill.

2010 color decor and design trends: influenced by life's richness

Give holiday house guests the gift of a 5-star hotel experience

How to decorate a child's room and love the results

How to redesign your home to suit your personality

Home Center

When it comes to home improvement, small projects pay off

Current economic conditions have forced many families to re-evaluate their spending habits and cut back in certain areas that are no longer deemed necessities.

Radiant barriers - a brilliant way to reduce your cooling costs

Save money on energy by preparing your heating and cooling system for winter

Debunking the myth of the 'leaky' skylight

Replacing household products can keep you safe

Garden Center

How to conquer problems in your organic garden

Gardening is becoming more popular than ever, thanks to a number of converging circumstances, including the First Lady's planting of a White House organic garden.

Get a jump start on growing food and flowers this spring with raised garden beds

Deter ‘deer drama’ this winter

Don't trash that banana peel - composting is an easy, eco-friendly alternative

How to make the most of fall’s final harvest

Backyard Living

Inspect home fencing to ensure safety and security

Weather extremes are brutal on exterior landscaping. Rain, snow, wind and temperature variances all take a toll, especially on residential fencing.

Add life and color to your winter landscape: Attract wild birds to your backyard

Winter blues in your backyard? Attracting songbirds livens lackluster landscapes

Fall Is The Perfect Time To Think About A New Fence

Romance on a budget – enjoy the great outdoors

Green Living

Greening the kitchen with eco-friendly cabinetry

Homeowners embarking on a kitchen remodel typically must select the style, the quality of craftsmanship and the materials that meet their unique values and project goals.

Must-haves for 'green' moms

Save some green while living green during the holidays

Green living: Save energy on video games and home electronics

When going 'green' don't forget the fourth 'R'

Buy, Sell or Rent

Easy ways to stage your home for sale

You've made the decision to sell your home. But before you put the "for sale" sign in the yard, make sure it's ready to make a good impression on prospective buyers and clearly stands out among the many other homes on the market.

Updating home pays off whether selling or staying put

Add value, living space and enjoyment with a finished basement

Tips To Buying Your First Home And Qualifying For $8K From Uncle Sam

Can’t sell? Wary of being a landlord? Try corporate housing instead