Smiling woman sitting in shared apartment with roommate.
Investment, Money,

How to Be a Good Roommate

Living with roommates can save you money — or help you afford a nicer place to live — but beware of the pitfalls of communal living. Here are a few tips for being a good...

Functional entryway with large mirror, coat hooks and shoe rack.
Buying,

How to Create a Functional Entryway

Coming home, especially during winter months, means dealing with coats, hats, and shoes among other paraphernalia. Having a designated spot for storing outdoor gear and pet things keeps your home cleaner and more organized, with...

Multigenerational Chinese and Caucasian family portrait sitting on the front stairs of a home.
Money, Retirement,

5 Things to Know About Multigenerational Living

As families change, multigenerational living situations become more and more common. Should you consider multigenerational living arrangements? Here’s what you need to know. What is multigenerational living? Multigenerational living occurs when two or more generations,...

Light living room interior with faux paint finish on wall, furniture and city view.
Indoor Living, Ownership,

Faux Paint Finishes: In or Out?

Faux finish painting became popular in the late 1990s as a way to break the monotony of flat wall colors. Sponge or rag painting, the “dry brush” technique, Venetian plaster, glazes…options are varied! But are...