Thursday, January 30, 2020 One of the best parts of owning a home is having the freedom to truly make it your own. Sometimes, even small changes can make a big difference in how a space accommodates your family and lifestyle. And the same is true for your four-legged friends – because, after all, our pets are members of the family, too. READ MORE >>
Thursday, January 23, 2020 If you’re looking for motivation to get off the couch, running a 5K is a great fitness goal to work toward. Don’t be intimidated by the number. At a distance of just over three miles, a good training program can have you crossing the finish line of your first 5K in just a few months. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, January 21, 2020 Whether it’s an incoming polar vortex or just an extended cold snap, extreme cold temperatures can chill you to the bone. And as the thermometer outside continues to drop, it’s not just important to stay warm – you need to stay safe, too. READ MORE >>
Sunday, January 19, 2020
Getting into the housing game for the first time? The kind of house you’re looking at might be what your real estate agent calls a starter house.
What that starter house looks like will depend on your income, but in general, it’s the house you can afford as a first-time ... READ MORE >>
Thursday, January 9, 2020 Move over, binge watching. This time of year, it’s all about those don’t-miss live broadcasts on TV. Football fans have the big game. Culture vultures have their pick of awards shows honoring the best in music, movies and TV. Whether or not your favorites win at any event, you can still score big in one arena: hosting a great party. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, January 7, 2020 You’ve just weathered your way through another winter snowstorm. But just because school is canceled or the roads are bad doesn’t mean your family needs to be cooped up inside all day. In fact, playing outside is the perfect way to make the most of your next snow day. READ MORE >>
Sunday, January 5, 2020 There’s nothing like returning to a warm home when it’s freezing outside. Unfortunately, cold air has many sneaky ways to follow you inside. Good news: There are some quick (and inexpensive!) ways to seal drafts and keep your home toasty all winter long. Here’s a quick list. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, January 1, 2020 It’s an unfortunate fact that space heaters, fireplaces and wood-burning stoves cause more structure fires than central heat and hot-water heaters combined. Between 2009 and 2013, the National Fire Protection Association reported that these heat sources caused 72 percent of home heating fires. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, January 1, 2020 A-Choo! It’s here…you couldn’t escape the flu. Despite your efforts to prevent it, you’ve found yourself down and out. Although we can’t wave a magic wand to get you back to 100 percent, we can offer some tips about how to clean your house to get rid of the germs and keep others from getting sick, too. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, January 1, 2020 We all know snow and slush can put you in a funk. More time indoors can expose you to the cold and flu, leaving you sick or tired. And many people are affected by Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), which causes depressed moods, sleep disturbances and other symptoms. READ MORE >>
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