Plenty of people in the United States live without air conditioning during the summer. Sometimes on the hottest summer days, even AC won’t cut it. A hot and miserable home can take the fun right out of your summer. Thankfully, there are plenty of small ways you can help keep your house cool. Try putting […]

Gardening and caring for plants in general can help boost your mental and physical health. In fact, research has found that caring for plants can help you recover from mental fatigue, slow down your heart rate, and even reduce high blood pressure. In our fast-paced world, taking the time to prioritize your mental and physical […]

Herb gardening has become increasingly popular as people are prioritizing nutritious and fresh meals that are full of flavor. Thankfully, herbs are some of the easiest plants to grow. You can grow them outdoors—in raised beds—or inside in pots. Most herbs require very little maintenance, meaning they are a great starter plant for beginner gardeners. […]

Last March, seed sales for at-home gardens hit an all-time high due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The reason behind this massive surge was understandable: people were looking for a solution to address the food supply anxiety sparked by the pandemic. Even though life is beginning to return to a more normal pace, the interest around […]

Along with many other things, the COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically changed the way children are educated. Within the past year, nearly 93% of people in households with school-age children reported their kids were engaged in some form of distance learning. With this dramatic alteration, many students have struggled to adjust to learning in a home […]

One of the many ways in which the pandemic has affected our lives is in the way we conduct work. According to Stanford research, 42% of America’s workforce now work from home full-time, and will likely continue to work from home for the foreseeable future. For many of us, being able to focus and effectively […]

If you are currently trying to decide between remodeling or moving, there are likely some aspects of your home that you’re not satisfied with. That’s fairly normal—after all, no house is perfect. According to Zillow research, 76 percent of Americans would rather use a set amount of money to upgrade their home to meet their […]

When adding onto your home, there are two primary ways to expand: up and out. How you choose to expand your home depends on what type of addition you’re seeking to achieve. Building Out The majority of home expansions are typically built on the ground-floor level of your home. The expansion process of building out […]

In recent years, outdoor living spaces have become a very popular addition to homes. From patios to outdoor kitchens—homeowners are discovering that these spaces add room, function, and beauty to their home without the need of an expensive remodel or addition. Here are just a few of the reasons why you should consider building an […]

The number of Americans looking to downsize to a smaller home is skyrocketing. According to a Zillow report, 46% of baby boomers who sold their homes in 2017 were in the process of downsizing. Whether because of retirement, kids moving out, a drop in income, or other reasons, it often makes financial sense to find […]