Manasa Reddigari

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Manasa Reddigari has tackled topics ranging from computer software to home remodeling in her more-than-a-decade-long career as a writer and editor. During her stint as a scribe, she's been featured by leading outlets in the real estate, home improvement, and lifestyle niches such as Trulia, Stikwood, and Brit + Co. Her design philosophy is, if you can dream it, you can DIY it! Connect with her on her website, copyhabit.com, or LinkedIn to find out what she's been writing about lately.

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NOVEMBER 28, 2023 | TUESDAY
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While New Year's Eve is typically observed with raucous parties and freely flowing libations, some towns veer away from tradition to embrace oddball festivities that reflect their distinc...

OCTOBER 31, 2023 | TUESDAY
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The right kitchen color can not only take your space from looking drab to looking fab, it can also affect your home’s value. In fact, homes with a charcoal gray kitchen can sell for more ...

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 | FRIDAY
The 25 Most Walkable Cities in the United States

Roaming the streets on foot might elicit stares in some car-dependent corners of the country, but did you know that there are plenty of walkable cities, small and large, where you can rel...

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 | THURSDAY
The 24 Best Cities in the U.S. for Trick-or-Treating

Some American cities really, really love Halloween. Some have a historical connection to the frightful holiday, while others are just happy for the excuse to decorate, don crazy costumes,...

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 | TUESDAY
15 Small American Towns That You Can Buy (Yes, Really!)

In today’s constantly evolving landscape of American real estate, an intriguing movement has emerged: the sale of small towns. As modern areas become increasingly unaffordable, with the a...

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 | MONDAY
33 Haunted Hotels and Airbnbs to Book for a Spooky Halloween

Who said you need a Ouija board to drop a line to the dearly departed? Apparitions both sympathetic and sinister are believed to abound—no board required—in accommodations around the coun...

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 | FRIDAY
20 Shower Tile Ideas That Make a Splash

Whether you want to add color, texture, or functionality to the bathroom, there’s likely a shower tile design out there for you. Not only is tile a timeless design choice, but its durabil...

AUGUST 7, 2023 | MONDAY
30 Summer Hacks You Need in Your Life ASAP

Summer is a season of sunshine, adventures, and relaxation, but it also brings its fair share of challenges, from scorching temperatures to pesky mosquitoes. Navigate hot-weather nuisance...

JULY 7, 2023 | FRIDAY
15 Places in America Where the Usual Laws Don't Apply

From trimmed-down taxes to lax alcohol and tobacco laws, the U. S. is a colorful patchwork of rules and regulations that differ across state, county, city, and other dividing lines. Trave...