It is an age-old conundrum. Everyone notices what is wrong, but when something is right, they can't put their finger on what it is if they even try. Chances are that if you have a hard floor, you either have or are considering a rug to put on it. Did you know that the size shape and placing...

On the night of December 31st every year, many people come with a list of "I will do this" and "I won't do that." This list of do's, don't s, goals, and aspirations for the upcoming year is what we refer to as a New Year resolution. Some resolutions would be to lose weight, and others might be...

Have you ever tried making potato chips? Those delicious fried thin slices of potatoes. According to research on snack food folklore, potato chip was invented by Chef George Crum at Moon's Lakehouse Restaurant in Saratoga Spring, New York. Homemade crunchy potato chips are healthier when compared to their store-bought counterparts because they have less cholesterol. Below are some...

Even the most experienced chef can fall for most of these pervasive and ridiculous myths. Many of these cooking myths have been promoted as well-meaning culinary advice over the years; and have become a bedrock to many cook their meals. By now, you already know that lobsters don’t scream during cooking, that screeching sound is caused by the...

Decorating a small space requires plenty of creativity and a good eye for what works well given the purpose of the room and its inhabitant. Unlike a big room or space where there's plenty of square footage to play with, the focus of small areas is a bit different but not an impossible task. Here are some simple...

Beautiful open floor plan with bedroom and full bath downstairs. Laminate flooring downstairs. No rear neighbors. Walking distance to downtown. New heat/air unit. Solar lease with Solar...

Moving into your first home can mean steeper electric bill than you are used to. All those small differences can feel like they have added up quickly. Or perhaps it’s not your first home but you want to start this one off on the right, economical foot. Here’s your guide to using electricity wisely and start saving on your...

Want to expand the square footage of your home without moving to a new house? Consider all of the changes you can make to your garage to add a den or playroom, home gym, workshop, or a combination of any these to enjoy a larger living space. First, to determine what area(s) of your garage are flexible, consider...

Staying organized an on top of your bills is important to not only maintaining your lifestyle but to reducing your stress and working toward your savings goals. There are many ways to get yourself organized and plenty of digital tools to assist you along the way. For those just wrapping their heads around payment organization here are a...

Create a flower garden you love coming home to after a long day at work that is bursting with color. Sweet peas are a stunning annual that quite literally descends from the pea plant! They do best with the sun on their petal and shade protecting their roots so do well with a shorter plant nestled in front of...

A fabulous find in a desirable neighborhood with easy access to Hall Memorial Park. The neighbors-plenty of happy families with whom you can get together, hang out and BBQ. Custom built home on a 10,000 sq foot lot. Flooded with natural light, tasteful details include crown molding, coffered ceilings, french doors & travertine flooring. Master suite, walk-in closet & balcony. Covered patio with views of the redwood...

On market long time due to foundation which is now repaired. This super cute home has an open concept with laminate floors and wood burning stove. Kitchen has built in double ovens and stove top was recently replaced. Central Heating/Air and Dual Pane Windows. Huge backyard includes storage shed, shade trees and a small pond. Plenty of room for a garden. Investors zoned RM2 for another...