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How can you save money on big-ticket home purchases? Hint: Look for the blue “Energy Star” label on products.

What Every Consumer Should Know About ‘Energy Star’ We’ve all seen the blue Energy Star logos on appliances, windows and even electronics, but what do they mean? Origins and purpose. The Energy Star program was launched in 1992 as a joint program of the Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy. Energy Star encourages develo...

Memorial Day, which honors America’s fallen soldiers, was long known by another name. What was Memorial Day called before 1967?

Memorial Day: Honoring Fallen Heroes No consensus exists on when and where Memorial Day in America began, but the custom of decorating the graves of America’s Civil War dead became so widespread by 1868 that May 30 became known as Decoration Day. In 1967, it became officially known as Memorial Day. In 1968, Congress moved the day fro...

The unthinkable has happened: A storm has badly damaged your home. Here’s how to navigate the storm’s aftermath.

When a Storm Damages Your Home If your home is significantly damaged by a storm, you will likely feel overwhelmed and confused just when you are faced with making several major repair decisions. Take a deep breath and let us walk you through the mess.

When shopping for a house, hire a pro. Here’s 7 reasons why you’ll be glad you did.

7 Reasons Why Using a Real Estate Agent Makes Shopping Easier Whether buying a new house or an existing one, buyers typically feel more at ease having a real estate agent working on their behalf. It’s their job to make things go smoothly. Here’s how. Knowledge of builders. Real estate agents don’t just work with resale homes. Agents know the builders in ...

Reducing to a smaller house and decluttering a lifetime of possessions may seem terrifying. Here’s a step-by-step plan toward freedom from stuff.

Simple Steps to Empty Nester Downsizing If your children are grown, it might be the perfect time to declutter decades worth of possessions and downsize the family home. Let’s take a look at how to get the job done with the least amount of tears shed. Choosing a house. Once you’ve decided to move, ask yourself a few questions about the...