Going over real estate advice on the Internet, it seems the majority says it’s a good time to buy a home these days with the market prices down and all. Not to mention the tax incentives for new home buyers. But if you were buying a new home, you’d have to know all the details so you can...

We have the standard 6ft. Fence in the backyard, and a few months ago, I heard about burglaries increasing dramatically in the entire city. To make sure this never happened to me, I got an electric fence and ran a single wire along the top of the fence. Actually, I got the biggest cattle charger Tra...

Yay Episcopalian nuns, they’ve gone green! (I was raised Episcopalian but am a damn pagan these days, but still, I’m proud of them). Also, watch for the scary ‘ghost nets’ and OMG!!! Schnozzberries! Another fine ep of Zaproot for your green amusement (and horror)....

Yesterday the NYTimes had a great article on how American’s preference for using soft toilet tissue is terrible for the environment. The soft, fluffy toilet paper like Charmin can only be made from tree fiber and not recycled paper. Toilet paper made from recycled paper works fine and is used ...

Does your dishwasher get grimy like mine? Well, here is a one cycle solution for you. Remove the utensil holder and wipe down to free it of any stuck on particles. Using a few paper towels, carefully wipe the bottom of the dishwasher out to remove any loose bits of debris that may be camping out the...

Having a 10-month-old in the house really puts a clampdown on our normal lawn-and-garden antics, but Nikole and I are beginning the seed buying frenzy that accompanies the traditional burst of false spring known as February in Richmond. It started with a stroll through Target. I walked out with pack...

Property Virgins takes viewers inside the intense world of house hunting through the eyes of first-time buyers. The series focuses on the roller-coaster journey of property virgins' first foray into real estate, offering tell-it-like-it-is entertainment and practical take-home advice. Part realtor, ...

PORTERSVILLE, Pa., Jan. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Concerned Americans want to be sure they're buying casual furniture that won't harm the environment, say the folks at Adams Mfg. Corp. There are a lot of choices. Casual furniture is made out of steel, wrought iron, wood, and resin. Metal furniture...

The toilet is blocked and we cannot bathe the children until it is cleared. I want some repairs done to my stove as it has backfires and burnt my knob off. This is to let you know that there is a smell coming from the man next door. The toilet seat is cracked: where do I stand? I am writing on behal...

We can never get enough of tips that help us to save more, especially if the forecast on the economy continues to be gloomy and unpredictable. We have to be very smart every time we take out our wallets. Here are more practical suggestions which you can try. Use old newspapers as weed suppressor und...