Happy National Housewife’s Day!

To all the hard-working, stay-at-home moms out there, we salute you. You keep the house running. Without you, it (and we) would probably fall apart.

So, here’s a little laugh for you this National Housewife’s Day. You can definitely agree with some, if not most, of these hilarious e-cards.

1) You try your best at home improvement projects.

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2) Children can be... repetitive. They repeat themselves. They say the same things over and over and ov...

New homeowners often find themselves wondering how they can make a room look bigger without doing any major renovations. If you’re a new homeowner, or are moving from one home to another, you may be experiencing this first-hand.

Luckily, there are several ways you can make any space in your home look bigger without tearing down any walls. These techniques can either be used alone or together to enlarge the appearance of a room. While some methods can be used in any room, there are a few that...

One of the hottest DIY crazes around is pallet furniture.

Pallets are cheap—sometimes free—and can often be found at a business near you. Small businesses are a great place to start when looking for pallets to get your projects started. Just walk into a store near you and ask!

Once you have your pallets, the possibilities are endless. Here are a few great projects to get started with as you venture into decorating your home with unique, one-of-a-kind pieces.

Bedframes This is one of the bi...

Congratulations! You’ve closed on your new house. This is a big deal. Whether or not you’re a first-time buyer, you’re probably already thinking of the next steps you’ll have to take. Here is a simple step-by-step guide to get you started:

1) Copy your closing documents and keep them on file. This is important because, if anything happens to the originals, you will need a backup. You’ll want to keep these somewhere safe, so investing in a fireproof safe isn’t a bad idea. Not only will you be...

Whether you’re looking to sell your home right away or simply thinking about the future, increasing the value of your home is never a bad idea.

Getting top dollar for your home doesn’t have to break the bank—learn to improve the value of your home with these 10 budget-friendly tips:

1. Paint

 

A fresh coat of paint is one of the easiest ways to aesthetically update any space. Freshly painted walls make the space feel clean, updated, and inviting. When choosing a color palate, keep in m...

Just in time for Halloween--we imagine what real estate listing for our favorite fictional haunted houses might look like:

 

Montgomery Mansion

American Horror Story: Murder House (FX 2011)

This gorgeous listing is a fine example of a classic Los Angeles Victorian. Built in 1922 by prominent surgeon Charles Montgomery, the home was renovated in 2010 back to its original glory. This well-maintained property features a porte-cochère as well as a gazebo in the backyard. Inside the house is...

If you lead a simple lifestyle, a small home might be right for you. With less square-footage, there’s less to clean, decorate, and update with the seasons.

You’re not just limited to an apartment or a traditional-style home when looking for a smaller living space.

Here are some unique home styles you might want to consider as you start the hunt for your dream house:

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