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Vrbo vs. Airbnb for hosts
Real Estate

Turning Your Property Into a Vacation Rental? Here’s How to Choose Between Airbnb and Vrbo

Hosting a short-term vacation rental property can be a great source of revenue, but choosing the right platform is key. Comparing Vrbo vs. Airbnb for hosts can highlight the benefits of each website to find the best option.

Snow Joe Telescoping Snow Broom & Ice Scraper Review right for you
Reviews

The $20 Car Tool Every Driver Needs This Winter

With rigid foam on one end and a hard window scraper on the other, this innovative tool makes clearing ice and snow from vehicles and objects easier than ever.

Champion Power Equipment 7500-Watt Dual-Fuel Generator Review
Reviews

The Champion 7500-Watt Dual-Fuel Generator Is Almost Perfect, See Our Tested Review

This Champion dual-fuel generator produced ample electricity for home backup and powered an off-grid jobsite.

A person tearing the edge off a shelf liner to fit a drawer.
Reviews

The Best Shelf Liners for Cabinets, Drawers, and More

Keep your shelves neat and clean with attractive liners just right for your style, stuff, and budget.

The Best Tankless Gas Water Heater installed on a green tiled wall.
Reviews

The Best Tankless Gas Water Heaters for Your Home

Conserve energy and enjoy hot water on demand with the best tankless water heater for your home, lifestyle, and budget.

Man wearing jacket adjusting home thermostat.
Interior

This Common Home Heating Hack Will Waste More Energy (and Money!) Than it Saves

Keeping a house warm in cold weather can be costly, but experts say that shutting off vents in unused rooms could backfire on home energy savings.

A person using a dial to adjust the setting on the best tankless water heater option
Reviews

The Best Tankless Water Heaters for the Home

Always have hot water when you need it without worrying that it will run out mid-shower.

Shiplap Cost
Interior

How Much Does Shiplap Cost to Install?

Shiplap is a fun way to add charm and character to a home, and it’s versatile enough to fit with a variety of design styles. Shiplap costs between $500 and $1,700, with the national average falling at $1,000.

How to Pay for Home Renovations
Real Estate

Money Matters: 6 Ways You Can Pay for Your Home Renovation Without Breaking the Bank

Many homeowners dream of upgrading their kitchen, bathroom, basement, and other areas of the house, but renovation costs can be prohibitive. There are several ways to finance renovation projects and realize any home’s true potential.

A person fixing a bathroom sink drain for DIY plumbing repair with graphic overlay that says New Year, New Skill.
Interior

How to Be Your Own Plumber

Discover the skills and necessary tools to take on DIY plumbing projects at home.

Woman tracing a poster board template onto a piece of foam.
DIY

How to Cut Foam in 3 Easy Steps

New upholstery is an attractive way to update old seating, but cutting foam can sometimes be tricky. Here's how to get the job done using tools you may already own.

A person using a spider killer spray on a spider
Reviews

The Best Spider Killers for Stubborn Pests

Stop those eight-legged crawlers in their tracks with the best spider killer and repellent formulas on the market.

Preparing to change a drill bit on an impact driver.
DIY

How to Change a Drill Bit

Don’t let a power drill intimidate you. This guide will teach you how to change bits impact drivers, and drills with both keyless and keyed chucks.

A dragon fruit plant growing in a home garden with plant care 101 graphic overlay.
Lawn & Garden

How to Grow Dragon Fruit at Home

Despite its name, dragon fruit cactus isn’t scary to grow, though you can expect a few barbs in its tails!

Paint stripping DIY
DIY

How to Remove Paint From Wood

Want to restore your home's millwork to its original splendor, or prep thrifted furniture for a new hue? These are the best ways to remove paint from wood, no matter the situation.

A person cleaning house windows from outside using a homemade window cleaner recipe.
DIY

How to Make Homemade Window Cleaner

It's easier and less expensive than you think to achieve streak-free windows: Mix three common ingredients in a spray bottle, and get cleaning! Get the recipe here.

Glass window over a front door with the number 1 on it.
Exterior

Leaving These 13 Things by the Front Door Could Keep You Safe

A "Welcome" doormat and seasonal decor can improve your home's curb appeal, but they won't do much to deter burglars and protect your family. Outfit your entry with these items, and sleep easier.

woman person holding a wallet in the hand. Cost control expenses shopping in concept. Leave space to write descriptive text.
Interior

The 7 Most Expensive Countertop Appliances People Actually Buy

Grab your Amex Black Card and give your common sense the day off.

A person using a self-serve car wash to wash a car in winter.
DIY

How Often Should You Wash Your Car?

Learn how frequently experts recommend cleaning your car, and what factors could make it necessary to wash it even more regularly.

Roaring fire in indoor brick fireplace.
Interior

Whatever You Do, Don’t Burn These 15 Things in Your Fireplace

Tossing seemingly appropriate materials like driftwood and cardboard onto your fire can smoke up your house, provoke health problems, and even cause chimney fires.