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  1. Choosing kitchen countertops
    By Cait Braeden on Aug 25, 2009
    Did you know when you go to sell your home , you may be able to recoup upwards of 80 percent of the cost of a major kitchen...
  2. 12 Basic tools for women
    By Nina Spitzer on Nov 9, 2008
    It’s Christmas morning and the lights on the tree are twinkling. Presents are under the tree…and there, among the brightly...
  3. Tips for dealing with a bad roommate
    By Alexis James on Sep 29, 2008
    A roommate can make or break a living situation. Good roommates are often good friends or at least someone who shares and...
  4. Maintaining stainless steel surfaces
    By Eve M. Kahn on Sep 16, 2008
    Keep the shine on your stainless steel surfaces with help from a pro!
  5. Pamper yourself with the ultimate bubble bath
    By Alexis James on Aug 29, 2008
    Except for maybe the holiday season, summer seems to be the busiest time of year when taking into account vacations, barbecues and...
  6. The importance of manners and common courtesies at home with...
    By Alexis James on Aug 25, 2008
    Ah, manners. It can be as simple as saying “You're welcome” or “Bless you,” or as personal as writing a thank you card. It...
  7. What not to do while at dinner with friends
    By Lori Wilson on Aug 13, 2008
    Whether going out with good friends, getting to know new ones better or catching up with old buddies, you usually can’t go wrong...
  8. Inexpensive decorating and organization solutions for your home
    By Alexis James on Jul 14, 2008
    Have you de-cluttered your home and looking to fill space? Or are you wondering how to make your place homey and reflective of your...
  9. Cheap renovations for maximizing the resale of your house
    By Lori Wilson on Jul 8, 2008
    When it comes time to sell your house, don’t spend a lot of money renovating it. There are several small things you can do that...
  10. Creating your own space at home for relaxing
    By Alexis James on Jul 7, 2008
    If you spend a lot of time at home whether working or taking care of the household and kids, it can come to feel like you're trapped...
  11. The power of paint: Picking your palette
    By   on Jun 16, 2008
    Do you want to give your living room, kitchen, bedroom or den a makeover? You don't need to spend a lot of money, don't need a lot...
  12. Create a luxurious spa-style bathroom at home!
    By Mary Jo Matsumoto on Jun 12, 2008
    Long before the trend of making bathrooms feel like a spa experience, my yoga teacher Gurmukh would say in her women's class that...
  13. Girl's guide to home improvement
    By Cait Braeden on May 26, 2008
    Has your home improvement activity been limited to choosing the bathroom tile or stenciling some ivy on the walls of your kitchen?...
  14. Creating common courtesy on the internet
    By Alexis James on May 21, 2008
    Etiquette has changed over the years, and recently, breaches of protocol have been occurring online more and more, as various...
  15. Etiquette in the age of evites
    By Alexis James on May 21, 2008
    By now, we all probably know the basics of good etiquette while at a restaurant (napkin in your lap, elbows off the table), eating...
  16. Chic walls on the cheap
    By Kathleen Wilson on May 15, 2008
    Walls are usually the largest surface area in your room, so it only makes sense that when creating a fabulous room, you should start...
  17. Increase the value of your home
    On Mar 14, 2008
    Take home improvement to the next level by exploring how you can add not only style and comfort, but also property value to your...
  18. Housework
    On Mar 14, 2008
    Failure to take out the trash or pick up a wet towel from the bathroom floor needn't become a family issue.
  19. Invest in your nest: Add style, comfort, and value to your home
    On Dec 29, 2007
    Transforming existing raw space into an extra bedroom, a playroom, or a guest or master suite is an affordable way to make your...
  20. Do you need a new roof? 10 ways to tell
    On Sep 28, 2007
    How often do you look at your roof? If you're like me, you run in and out of the house, shuttle the kids back and forth, and glance...

Investing in your home is a wise financial decision. Do it well, and you'll increase your home's value significantly. Money isn't the only reason for home improvement, however: Your home affects how you feel, live and work. So here's all kinds of advice on making your house the best it can be -- pointers and tips on everything from avoiding scams, choosing the right kitchen countertops, making green upgrades, deciding if and when you need a new roof, remodeling your bathroom and reducing energy costs to building and organizing great garages, deciding whether to move or remodel and constructing your very own outdoor oasis.

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