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| Once Holiday Decorations Are Down, Let Houseplants Fill In The Blank Spots | January 9, 2008 |
| Homeowners Warming Up to Bigger and Better Fireplaces | November 1, 2005 |
| 10 Tips for Selling in the Fall | October 4, 2005 |
| Whether It's A Model Home Or Your Own, There Are Keys To Making It Look Great | April 25, 2005 |
| Out In The Open: Outdoor Rooms Are A Must-Have For Most | April 12, 2005 |
| Aging In Place Features More Important Than Ever In New Homes | March 22, 2005 |
| Consumers Clamoring For Kitchen Upgrades | March 15, 2005 |
| Buffalo-Niagara Falls Most Affordable Large Market; California Continues As Nation's Least Affordable State | March 7, 2005 |
| Smart Kitchens Could Cook Up a Strong Future, Report Says | February 22, 2005 |
| Homebuyers Want Affordability, Flexibility in Their Homes, Surveys Find | February 15, 2005 |
| After You Turn Clocks Back, Turn On Energy-Efficient Lights, EPA Urges | November 2, 2004 |
| Hurricane Season Looks Daunting, Experts Say | June 28, 2004 |
| Be Sensitive To Your Kids When Moving | June 21, 2004 |
| Expect Smallest Homeowners Insurance Increase In Five Years This Year | June 14, 2004 |
| How To Make Your House Show Great If You're Scrambling To Sell This Summer | June 7, 2004 |
| Cool Tips For Getting Your Air Conditioning Into Top Shape | May 31, 2004 |
| Six Signs That You're Ready To Buy | May 24, 2004 |
| Looking For A Quick, Dramatic (And Inexpensive) Change? Think Color | May 17, 2004 |
| Buying? Consider Insurance Implications | May 10, 2004 |
| Comfort, Sophistication, Technology Reign In Backyard Living | May 3, 2004 |
| When You And Your Spouse Can't Agree On A House | April 26, 2004 |
| Kitchen And Bath Trends 2004: Chic Design, High-Tech Appliances, Affordable Luxury | April 19, 2004 |
| Ideas On How To Spend (Or Save) Your Tax Refund | April 12, 2004 |
| New Flooring Trends Underfoot: Leather, Mosaic Glass, Distressed Hardwood | April 5, 2004 |
| More Americans Staying Put, Census Finds | March 30, 2004 |
| Be On The Lookout For Water Problems During Home Inspection | March 29, 2004 |
| Water Conservation Is Working, Study Finds | March 22, 2004 |
| How To Get The Edge When Selling This Spring | March 16, 2004 |
| Buyers: How To Gain The Advantage During The Busy Spring Season | March 15, 2004 |
| Make Storage, Organization A Priority In The Kitchen | March 9, 2004 |
| Be Aware Of Potential Lead, Asbestos Hazards When Remodeling | March 8, 2004 |
| Selling Your House, Moving, Disasters: What They Mean For Your Taxes | March 2, 2004 |
| Numerous Ways To Spruce Up Your Landscaping Before You Sell | March 1, 2004 |
| Sellers: What You Should Know About Open Houses | February 24, 2004 |
| Open Your Options For Window Replacement | February 23, 2004 |
| Give Your Kitchen A Boost When Selling | February 17, 2004 |
| Tips For Potential Move-Up Buyers | February 16, 2004 |
| New-Home Survey: Outdoor Living Areas, Kitchen Amenities Are Top Priorities | February 10, 2004 |
| Ten Steps Toward A Great Paint Job | February 9, 2004 |
| Blues And Coppers Expected To Be Popular Colors In The Home In 2004 | February 2, 2004 |
| Homebuilders Debut The "Ultimate Family Home" | January 27, 2004 |
| Tips For Buying Furniture | January 26, 2004 |
| Life Changes, Home Improvements Should Prompt Review Of Your Homeowners Insurance | January 20, 2004 |
| Baby It's Cold Outside: Tips For Keeping Your House Intact During Frigid Weather | January 19, 2004 |
| Tips For Giving Your House A Decorator's Touch When Selling | January 13, 2004 |
| Dual Dishwashers, More Workspace, Sea Colors Expected To Be Popular In Kitchen In 2004 | January 12, 2004 |
| Ten Things You Should Do Now If You Plan On Buying In 2004 | January 6, 2004 |
| Once Holiday Decorations Are Down, Let Houseplants Fill In The Blank Spots | January 5, 2004 |
| Early 2004 Could Be A Good Time To Sell | December 30, 2003 |
| If You're A New Homeowner, Resolve To Have A Safe House, Secure Finances In 2004 | December 29, 2003 |
| If You're Remodeling, Keep Your Neighbors In The Loop | December 23, 2003 |
| Holiday Odds And Ends: Protect Your House, Insure Your Expensive Gifts, Check Your Toy List | December 22, 2003 |
| Contractors No. 2 On Consumer Complaint List | December 15, 2003 |
| Deck The Halls: Holiday Shopping Tips For The Cash-Strapped New Homeowner | December 8, 2003 |
| Buyers Of Real Christmas Trees In The Minority | December 2, 2003 |
| Condo Sales Continue To Surge | December 1, 2003 |
| How to "Cure" Your House Before You Sell | November 25, 2003 |
| Get Floored On A Budget | November 24, 2003 |
| Homes Being Built For Boomers To Age Comfortably | November 18, 2003 |
| What To Do If You Have To Move In A Hurry - And Still Have A House To Sell | November 17, 2003 |
| Buying? Twelve Red Flags That Should Raise Concern | November 11, 2003 |
| Twelve Tips For Making Your Bathroom Shine When Selling | November 10, 2003 |
| EPA Urges Replacing Light Fixtures With Energy Star Models | November 4, 2003 |
| Teens Would Enjoy Studying More If Their Study Areas Were More Personalized | October 28, 2003 |
| Create A Grand Entrance When Showing Your House | October 27, 2003 |
| Ways To Make Your House Warm And Cozy | October 21, 2003 |
| Smoke Detector Standard May Be Raised; Some Kids Aren't Awakened By Alarm | October 20, 2003 |
| More Singles Are Buying Homes; Condo Sales Break Record | October 14, 2003 |
| Tips For Reducing Waste When You Move | October 13, 2003 |
| 10 Benefits Of Buying At The End Of The Year | October 7, 2003 |
| Renewed Focus On Window Covering Safety | October 6, 2003 |
| Preparing For Your Kitchen Remodel -- Plan To Cook Up A Temporary Kitchen | September 30, 2003 |
| Spruce Up Your Kitchen In A Weekend | September 29, 2003 |
| Tips For Adjusting To A New Mortgage Payment | September 23, 2003 |
| Remodeling? Do You Have a New Dog? New Computer? You May Need Extra Insurance | September 22, 2003 |
| Remodeling? Tips for Choosing Products | September 16, 2003 |
| Make Safety Top Priority As Soon As You Move In | September 15, 2003 |
| What To Do When Your House Won't Sell | September 9, 2003 |
| Is Sprawl Making Us Fatter? Study Says the Two are Linked | September 8, 2003 |
| Prepare Soil Now For Spring's Garden | September 2, 2003 |
| Get A Jump On Fall Maintenance Projects | September 1, 2003 |
| What To Do When A Contractor Scams You Or Does A Shoddy Job | August 26, 2003 |
| Before You Start House Hunting, Begin Searching For Homeowners Insurance | August 25, 2003 |
| What You Should Do Now If You Plan On Buying This Fall | August 19, 2003 |
| What You Should Do Now If You Plan On Selling This Fall | August 18, 2003 |
| Pack It Up, Pack It In: Packing For A Smooth Move | August 12, 2003 |
| Californians Fleeing to Neighboring States; Florida Top Retirement Spot But Losing Ground | August 11, 2003 |
| Californians Own Most Million-Dollar Homes; Designer Kitchens Are Top Amenity | August 5, 2003 |
| Keep Your Home And Identity Safe; Home Burglaries Traditionally Peak in August | August 4, 2003 |
| Variety Of Lighting Is Key In Today's Multifunctional Kitchen | July 29, 2003 |
| Lightning Devastation More Common Than You Might Think | July 28, 2003 |
| What's Tops in Countertops? Honed Granite a Favorite For Upscale Kitchens | July 22, 2003 |
| First-Time Buyers: Tips for Landing a House When Prices Continue to Rise | July 21, 2003 |
| Decking Options Abound as Arsenic Treatment is Phased Out | July 15, 2003 |
| The Chicken-and-Egg Question: Buy or Sell First? | July 14, 2003 |
| Know The Signs of Foundation Problems | July 8, 2003 |
| Treat Your Garage to a Makeover | June 24, 2003 |
| Popularity of Kitchen Islands Continues to Surge | June 23, 2003 |
| West Nile Cases Pop Up As Mosquito Season Sets In | June 17, 2003 |
| Drought Conditions Persist in the West: Time to Brush Up On Water Conservation Tips | June 16, 2003 |
| What You Should Know About Making an Offer | June 10, 2003 |
| How to Find a Good Energy-Efficient Ceiling Fan | June 9, 2003 |
| Have Your Kids Flown the Nest? Ideas for Those Now-Empty Rooms | June 3, 2003 |
| New Appliances Make Cooking, Cleaning Easier Than Ever | June 2, 2003 |
| Break out the Grill: It's Officially Barbecue Season | May 27, 2003 |
| Get Turned on to Landscape Lighting | May 26, 2003 |
| Getting a Footing: What You Need to Know if You're Buying New Carpet | May 20, 2003 |
| 8 Tips for Protecting Yourself When You Buy a House | May 19, 2003 |
| A Cool Deal: Buying Updated Air Conditioner Can Save Energy, Money | May 13, 2003 |
| Tornado Aftermath: What to Do if Your Home is Damaged or Destroyed | May 12, 2003 |
| Boomers Want Easy-Maintenance Homes | May 6, 2003 |
| Don't Give A/C Maintenance the Cold Shoulder: Best To Do It Now Before Heat Hits | May 5, 2003 |
| Recipe to a Successful Kitchen Remodel: Plan, Budget, Foresight | April 29, 2003 |
| The Art of House Hunting: 8 Tips to Help in Your Search | April 28, 2003 |
| Think Green In The Kitchen | April 22, 2003 |
| Tips for Showing Your Condo, Townhouse | April 21, 2003 |
| Outdoor Living: The Back Yard Is The New Second House | April 15, 2003 |
| Concrete Ideas: More Homeowners, Designers Bringing the Material Indoors | April 14, 2003 |
| Tips For Avoiding Fraudulent Moving Companies | April 8, 2003 |
| Now's the Time to Check Your Smoke Alarm - Create a Fire Escape Plan | April 7, 2003 |
| Don't Get Scammed - How to Weed Out Fraudulent Contractors | April 1, 2003 |
| Looking for Ways to Spend Your Tax Return? Invest in Your House | March 31, 2003 |
| Plenty of Choices Abound To Floor You in the Kitchen | March 25, 2003 |
| Want to Sell Quickly? Think Paint | March 24, 2003 |
| Don't Let Your Dryer Take You For a Tumble: Tips for a Safe, Efficient Dryer | March 18, 2003 |
| Applying for a Mortgage? What You'll Need to Get Started | March 17, 2003 |
| Homebuyers: Get a CLUE About Homeowners Insurance | March 11, 2003 |
| Finding a Good Home Inspector: What You Should Ask | March 10, 2003 |
| Selling? Show Your House in the Right Light | March 5, 2003 |
| Bathroom Remodeling: A Good Clean Investment | March 3, 2003 |
| Brighten Your World: An Introduction to Sunrooms | February 18, 2003 |
| Got Condos? Record Sales Reported in 2002 | February 17, 2003 |
| Radon: What to Know Before You Buy a Home | February 11, 2003 |
| Prepare Now to Sell in The Spring | February 10, 2003 |
| Homeowners Warming Up to Radiant Floors In The Kitchen | February 4, 2003 |
| Recycling Your Electronics: What You Need to Know | February 3, 2003 |
| First-Time Homebuyers: Tips For Surviving the Spring Frenzy | January 28, 2003 |
| How to Help Your Kids Adjust When You Move in the Middle of the School Year | January 27, 2003 |
| Tired of Being Bugged? How to Keep Winter Pests at Bay in and Around Your Home | January 21, 2003 |
| What's New in Household Gadgets? | January 20, 2003 |
| Bright Ideas for Your Bathroom: 10 Lighting Tips | January 14, 2003 |
| Hot Design Trends for 2003: Family Focus, Specialty Rooms, Color | January 13, 2003 |
| Getting Organized: Be Patient, Diligent, and You'll See Results | January 7, 2003 |
| Is Getting Out of Debt Among Your New Year's Resolutions? You're Not Alone | January 6, 2003 |
| With El Nino Expected to Douse the South, Now's the Time For a Household Water Inspection | December 31, 2002 |
| Tips for Reducing Household Noise in 2003 | December 30, 2002 |
| New Year's Resolutions Every Homeowner Should Make | December 24, 2002 |
| Shedding Light on New-Window Options | December 23, 2002 |
| Baby Boomers Expect to Incur Major Home-Related Expenses in Retirement, Survey Finds | December 17, 2002 |
| While You're Decking the Halls, Make Sure Your Home is Safe | December 16, 2002 |
| Keep Your Kids and Pets Safe This Holiday Season | December 10, 2002 |
| Plan on Buying a Home Next Year? Then Keep Holiday Spending to a Minimum | December 9, 2002 |
| Tips for Showing Your Home During the Holidays | December 3, 2002 |
| Basement Moisture: Fix it Yourself or Hire a Professional? | December 2, 2002 |
| Moisture in The Basement? What to Look For and How to Prevent It | November 26, 2002 |
| Tips For Finishing Your Basement | November 25, 2002 |
| With The Winter Season Setting In, Many Agree - Now's a Great Time to Buy | November 19, 2002 |
| Dispelling the Myths that May be Keeping You From Owning a Home | November 18, 2002 |
| Home-Based Business: What You Should Know About Technology, Taxes, and Time | November 12, 2002 |
| Choosing Interior Paint Colors: It's All About Mood | November 11, 2002 |
| 10 Tips for Shopping for an Online Mortgage Loan | November 5, 2002 |
| Can You Afford to Buy a House? Be Sure to Factor in All the Costs | November 4, 2002 |
| Tips for Inspecting and Maintaining Your Fireplace and Chimney | October 29, 2002 |
| Tips for Selling in a Buyer's Market | October 28, 2002 |
| Get Ready for Higher Heating Bills This Winter | October 22, 2002 |
| As You Turn Back the Clock This Weekend, Make Time for Your Smoke Detectors | October 21, 2002 |
| Concrete Homes Offer Safety From the Storm, Among Other Benefits | October 15, 2002 |
| Tips for Buying an Unbuilt Home | October 14, 2002 |
| Inspection is Important if You're Buying a Condo | October 8, 2002 |
| Fall Maintenance Tips for a Smooth Winter | October 7, 2002 |
| New Study Finds Home Is More Dangerous Than We Think | October 1, 2002 |
| Some Bright Ideas on Lighting and Energy Efficiency | September 30, 2002 |
| Tips for Showing Your Home in Fall | September 24, 2002 |
| Reverse Mortgages on the Rise | September 23, 2002 |
| Tips for Designing Your Landscape | September 17, 2002 |
| Tips for Keeping Your Home Playground Safe | September 16, 2002 |
| Make Sure All Systems Are Go When You Inspect Your Would-Be Home | September 10, 2002 |
| First Time Buyers: Don't Overlook a Home's Potential When House Hunting | September 9, 2002 |
| Hurricane Forecast Softened for 2002 Season | September 3, 2002 |
| Tips for Remodeling Your Kitchen on a Tight Budget | September 2, 2002 |
| What Back to School May Mean for Your Household | August 27, 2002 |
| Yield a Higher Resale by Promoting Your Energy Star Products | August 26, 2002 |
| From the Driveway to The Kitchen: Concrete Countertops Gaining Speed | August 20, 2002 |
| Selling? What You Should Know About Setting Your Price | August 19, 2002 |
| Do You Have A Sinking Feeling It's Time For a New Sink? | August 13, 2002 |
| What to Do If You Can't Get Homeowners Insurance | August 12, 2002 |
| What's New in Home Building? | August 6, 2002 |
| Preparing For Moving Day: A Checklist | August 5, 2002 |
| Outdoor Living Grows More Sophisticated | July 30, 2002 |
| Tips for Surviving a Remodeling Project | July 29, 2002 |
| Tips for Finding the Perfect Neighborhood For Your Family | July 23, 2002 |
| Tips for Buying in a Tight Market | July 22, 2002 |
| Inexpensive Ways To Make Your Home Leave A Great First Impression | July 16, 2002 |
| Tips for Making the Most of Color in Your Home | July 15, 2002 |
| New-home Buyers in West Buying Bigger Houses, Choosing More Options | July 9, 2002 |
| Tips for Keeping Your Home Safe While You're On Vacation | July 8, 2002 |
| Tips for Buying A Home When You're Single | June 25, 2002 |
| Scrutinizing Your Home Inspector: What to Do If You Dispute the Findings | June 24, 2002 |
| Ebay Launches New Homes Marketplace | June 18, 2002 |
| What to Do If a Wildfire Strikes | June 17, 2002 |
| Ten Things To Do After You Sell | June 11, 2002 |
| Tips for Preventing Your Child From Drowning - It's Not Just Pools that Pose Risk | June 10, 2002 |
| Tips for Keeping Your House Cool | June 4, 2002 |
| Tips for Showing Your Home in the Summer | June 3, 2002 |
| As Grill Season Opens, Don't Get Burned | May 28, 2002 |
| Get Prepared for Hurricane Season, FEMA Says | May 27, 2002 |
| Homebuilders, Remodelers Angling for the Baby Boomer Market | May 21, 2002 |
| Tips for Reducing False Alarms | May 20, 2002 |
| Seven Tips For Successfully Transporting Your Computer | May 14, 2002 |
| How to Turn Your Home Inspection Into a Maintenance Planning Guide | May 13, 2002 |
| You've Bought Your House - Now What? | May 7, 2002 |
| Moving Up? What You Need to Consider to Accommodate Your Growing Family | May 6, 2002 |
| Safety Commission Warns: Get Those Dangerous Items Out of Your House | April 30, 2002 |
| April Showers Bring ... Con Artists | April 29, 2002 |
| How to Stay on Top of Mortgage Payments During a Short-Term Financial Crisis | April 23, 2002 |
| Think Green: Trees a Big Plus for Your Home | April 22, 2002 |
| Moving Day: What You Should Know if You're Hiring Movers | April 16, 2002 |
| How Should You Pay for Your Remodeling Project? | April 15, 2002 |
| Tackle Your Home Improvement Project Yourself or Hire a Pro? | April 9, 2002 |
| Selling your Home? Don't Neglect the Garage | April 8, 2002 |
| Thinking About Making a Splash? Considerations for Building a New Pool | April 2, 2002 |
| In Love With Two Houses? What to Consider When Making the Final Decision | April 1, 2002 |
| How Your Credit Affects Your Homeowners Insurance | March 25, 2002 |
| Tax Tips: Deducting Moving Expenses | March 18, 2002 |
| New Kitchen Products Focus on Convenience, Technology | March 11, 2002 |
| Tips for Staying on Top of Your Roof Maintenance | March 4, 2002 |
| Tips for Showing a Small House | February 25, 2002 |
| Tips for Reducing Your Homeowners Insurance Costs | February 18, 2002 |
| Simplicity, Family Connections to Continue Influencing Our Buying Trends | February 11, 2002 |
| How To Take The Odor Out Of New Carpeting | February 5, 2002 |
| Selling Your Home? Focus on the Kitchen | January 29, 2002 |
| Why Alarm Systems Are Gaining Popularity | January 22, 2002 |
| Is Condo Living Right For You? | January 15, 2002 |
| Mold a Mounting Concern for Homeowners, Builders | January 8, 2002 |
| How To Recycle Your Christmas Tree | January 4, 2002 |
| Questions Every Contractor Wishes You Would Ask | December 18, 2001 |
| New Or Old? The Debate Continues | December 11, 2001 |
| Tips For A Safe Holiday Season | December 4, 2001 |
| Tips To Help You Sell A Vacant House | November 27, 2001 |
| What Makes A "Smart" Home? | November 21, 2001 |
| Income vs. Housing Prices: Kokomo, Indiana vs. San Francisco | November 13, 2001 |
| Remodeling? Check Your Insurance! | November 5, 2001 |
| How To Get Fireplaces & Heaters Ready for the Season | October 30, 2001 |
| How To Enlist Your Children To Show The Picture-Perfect Home | October 16, 2001 |
| How Will New Homes Fare Following Terrorist Attacks? | October 2, 2001 |
| Tragedy's Aftermath: How You Can Help | September 14, 2001 |
| Don't Let Insurance Rates Go To The Dogs | September 4, 2001 |
| Getting the Most From Your Home Inspection | August 28, 2001 |
| How To Prepare Your Kids for Moving Day | August 21, 2001 |
Based in California, Michele Dawson has extensive experience as a reporter and editor and now specializes in housing and real estate matters.