Archive for February, 2012
Stage the foyer
http://youtu.be/SAh1BEJOwXM
The road home
For some families, homeownership is part and parcel of the American dream. Is this true for you
What’s your home repair IQ?
Are you literate in the world of home repairs? Or would you rather enlist the help of a pro?
Manage your fridge like a pro
http://youtu.be/-3i4IkR9k_A
Do the homework before buying land
Finding the right home is not for everybody. Some want to build the dream house using their specifications. Continue reading →
Hang multiple pictures with ease
http://youtu.be/F7GfCY2orD0
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The dream house is also about the community
Choosing where to raise a family is one of the most important decisions for a household with children. Are there standard features a family ought to look for in a neighborhood, community, and town? Not really. Continue reading →
Builder Concept Home 2012 features a house for boomers
Three homes. Three generations — X, Y, and Boomer. Builder Concept Home 2012 is sponsored by Hanley Wood , a multimedia firm that develops magazines, online publications, exhibitions and conferences, and custom marketing and data services for the construction and building industry. Continue reading →
Depending on dependents for a tax break
Over the past several years, many individuals experiencing economic challenges have relied on the financial and housing help of parents, children, and other family members. According to the Pew Research Center that analyzes U.S. Census Bureau data, 51.4 million Americans lived in multi-generational households in 2009, up from 46.5 million in 2007. But what about individuals or families who provide housing and support to non-relatives? Forbes reports that in some cases, non-relatives may qualify as dependents also, thereby reaping a tax break for the head of household (”When A Housemate Is a Dependent (And A Tax Break)”). Continue reading →
This smoke alarm sings
Every house should have a smoke alarm. Most detectors on the market alert occupants with a shrill or beep. But recently, a new kind of product has emerged — the Chick-a-Dee. Continue reading →
