What's included in a home inspection may not be as important as what isn't.

Whether to move or improve is a harder question to answer than it was a few years ago, but a few cost-benefit calculations can help you make the right decision.

Step-by-step directions for getting the highest possible rent and the best tenants when you rent your home.

When your house no longer suits you, you can move or remodel. Find out which big change is the right investment of your housing dollars.

From babies who adore you to teens who ignore you, kids change -- and so do their storage needs.

Case in point: Removing paint from brick is almost impossible.

In the brave new world of light bulb choices, let your fixture be your guide.

The secret? It's all about the lighting. Here's how to get it right.

If you live in the South, complete these maintenance jobs every fall and winter to prevent costly repairs and keep your home in peak condition.

Such as look for roof leaks before the first winter snow. Preventative maintenance is key.

Cleaning egg off your house is the first thing to tackle. The wax can wait.

Telltale signs you're flubbing homeowner maintenance, like parking on grass.

Because they’ll put money in your pocket.

Here's how to customize your house with your own personality and charm.

Like cleaning your siding — just be sure to start from the bottom and go up.

Battle bugs before they bite (or sting!) you — and check the attic for problems.

When’s the last time you washed the knobs on your stove?

One that seems to skip everyone's mind? The vacuum cleaner.

Essential oils are the key to these sweet-smelling (and highly effective!) homemade cleaners.

Because you don't have time for a Marie Kondo-style overhaul.