The price of electricity is on the rise, which means your electric bill could climb higher and higher. If you’re spending a significant portion of your blow monthly household budget on electricity, it’s time to make some changes. Here’s what…
Whether home improvements involve DIY, a repair man or an entire construction crew, the work and the mess can be an annoyance for homeowners. Those with pets, though, may have extra challenges as cats, dogs or other animals may become…
According to Trulia, the kitchen is one of two “make it or break it” rooms in a home. This means that potential buyers tend to focus on the kitchen when shopping for a new home. It also means that the…
With ever increasing living costs, saving money where you can is important. While there are other major bills, energy is normally in the top 5 monthly expenditures. The use of energy within the household has also increased over the years,…
A recent survey conducted by the National Association of Realtors® revealed that today’s homebuyers are becoming increasingly interested in energy efficient homes. Some homebuyers are even willing to pay more for a home with green features such as solar panels….
Homes powered by electricity may leave homeowners with a jolt when an unexpectedly high bill arrives at the end of the month. There could be many reasons for the soaring charges; perhaps extreme temperatures boosted heating and cooling needs. However,…
Buying a home is not a simple transaction. There are a lot of steps involved in the homebuying process, which is why it can take much longer than you may expect. How long does it take to buy a house?…
During months and seasons of extreme temperatures, your monthly utility bills may start soaring. The constant heating and cooling of your home uses a lot of energy and costs money. For extra hot months, the family may be showering more…
Houseplants can instantly make a room feel livelier and more welcoming. Studies have shown that having plants in your home can be beneficial to your health, too. Researchers have concluded that houseplants remove toxins from the air, reduce stress levels,…
To halt and reverse global warming, it will take international cooperation and strategic retooling of our economy. While this can seem overwhelming to the humble homeowner, there are easy, budget-friendly ways to go green. But when it comes to global…
