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Lawn & Garden
May 31, 2023 | Wednesday
How Much Does a Chicken Coop Cost to Build?
Highlights It typically costs from $300 to $2,000 to build a chicken coop, with homeowners paying a national average...
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SANDI SCHWARTZ
How To's & Quick Tips
May 31, 2023 | Wednesday
Udemy vs. Coursera: Which Online Course Platform Should You Choose in 2023?
Online courses have exploded in popularity in recent years, and for good reason—when compared to in-person classes, o...
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EVELYN AUER
How To's & Quick Tips
May 31, 2023 | Wednesday
The Best Home Warranties for Older Homes of 2023
Home warranties can serve as a powerful tool for homeowners, allowing them to protect their home and the systems that...
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KATIE ZIRALDO
Lawn & Garden
May 31, 2023 | Wednesday
Lawn Doctor vs. TruGreen: Which Lawn Care Service Should You Choose in 2023?
A well-tended lawn can boost a home’s curb appeal and give homeowners a sense of pride. But DIY lawn care is hard, te...
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CATHERINE HILES
Green
May 31, 2023 | Wednesday
Solved! Why Do We Need Bees?
Q: I recently moved and am ready to start focusing on my garden. A friend told me that I should plant flowers that at...
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DEIRDRE MUNDORF
How To's & Quick Tips
May 31, 2023 | Wednesday
The Best Home Warranties for Pre-Existing Conditions of 2023
From home warranties to home insurance, homeowners have several options they can explore to protect their home and th...
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KATIE ZIRALDO
How To's & Quick Tips
May 31, 2023 | Wednesday
The Best Airbnb Management Companies of 2023
Homeowners can sit back and earn revenue from their vacation rental while a property management company handles the d...
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MELISSA TRACEY
Buying & Selling Homes
May 31, 2023 | Wednesday
The Best Online Real Estate Schools in Texas of 2023
Texas boasts some of the fastest-growing cities in the U. S. , offering plenty of opportunities for licensed real est...
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MELISSA TRACEY
Basement & Garage
May 31, 2023 | Wednesday
How Much Does Oil Tank Removal Cost?
Highlights The typical cost to remove an oil tank from a home is between $400 and $3,000, with a national average co...
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TIMOTHY DALE
Managing Construction
May 31, 2023 | Wednesday
The Best Home Builders in Iowa of 2023
The Hawkeye State is an appealing place to live. The cost of living is one of the most affordable in the country, and...
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TOM SCALISI
Lawn & Garden
May 31, 2023 | Wednesday
12 Plants With Year-Round Pollinator Appeal
Pollinators—bees, butterflies, bats, birds, wasps, moths, beetles, flies, and other insects and mammals—are essential...
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LORI LOVELY
Major Systems
May 31, 2023 | Wednesday
How Much Does an Inground Hot Tub Cost?
Highlights The typical cost range to install an inground hot tub is $500 to $25,000, with a national average cost of...
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KATIE FLANNERY
Buying & Selling Homes
May 31, 2023 | Wednesday
The Best Online Real Estate Schools in California of 2023
The real estate industry can offer a lucrative career, particularly in a place like California, which long has been k...
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MELISSA TRACEY
Managing Construction
May 31, 2023 | Wednesday
The Best Home Builders in Texas of 2023
With its low taxes, range of job prospects, and affordable cost of living, many folks are choosing to build homes in ...
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TOM SCALISI
How To's & Quick Tips
May 31, 2023 | Wednesday
Solved! What Is Vacation Liability RV Insurance?
Q: We’ve just bought a motorhome and plan to travel throughout the summer months. However, we’re not sure what type o...
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TARA SEBOLDT
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It’s a trend that's growing in popularity: Houses are shrinking. Homeowners keen on paring down have begun learning how to...
Put your firewood to work! The folks at Studio St. Paul took firewood storage to the next level by burrowing wooden crates...
Not every house is outfitted with an entire mudroom but—as this space designed by Normandy Remodeling proves—you don’t nee...
Ombré, a gradual shift in shading from one color to another, is a hot trend and a great way to add color to a room. Choose...
In today's homes, fireplaces are commonly found in a family room, but historically, they were located in the kitchen, wher...
Take a page from floating book shelves and build boot shelves to make the most of small storage spaces. The cut-out patter...
Oh, what a coat of paint can do—especially a tranquil watercolor shade of blue against pure white. The restful combination...
Wait—don't throw away that old belt! Arranged into large squares or tiles, used leather belts make a uniquely warm and sof...
Chalkboard paint features prominently in this elegant yet unpretentious headboard design. Add a new message daily to reflec...
Using salvaged wood as a wall treatment adds depth and texture that walls often lack. Here, pieces of exterior siding, bar...
The indecisive homeowner need not fret over choosing one (or even two) cabinet colors. The kitchen cabinets in this artist...
If you love the look of an industrial pendant light but can't stand staring at a stark cord, disguise it! A thick jute rop...
Simple and striking, a couple of pieces of "lovingly used" furniture creates a special kind of charm. A weathered chair fo...
First dress up your metal shelves with a coat of paint in an accent color that complements your kitchen decor. Then arrang...
Schlepping hampers to the laundry room becomes a thing of the past with this spacious closet that also houses a stacked wa...
How To: Light a Fire in a Fireplace
At first, it may seem like a foolproof undertaking: You put some wood in the fireplace, light a m...