Better Living

If you’d like to add some greenery to your indoor life, but your home is lacking in natural light, don’t worry—there are many varieties of houseplants that thrive in low-light environments. Select wisely, and you’ll have an indoor garden thriving in no time, not to mention a host of natural air purifiers making for a healthier living environment. Here are some plants that will be healthy and happy...

Your family will spend a significant amount of time in the living room, so you want it to be an area where you will feel relaxed and at home. An attractive color scheme can create a positive mood and make the room seem inviting. Your individual preferences will play a major role in choosing your living room’s design, but there are some general principles to follow. Start With the Flooring or Large...

Are you considering buying into a homeowner's association? There can be some significant benefits to purchasing a home in an HOA. Each homeowner's experience with an HOA will vary depending on the amenities and rules that are in place in their community. It is important to understand what is offered before signing up for membership, as there may be different benefits to each individual. If you have...

Are you looking for a place to store your belongings while you're on vacation or just need some extra space for the week? Maybe you are selling your home and have some interim storage needs before you move to your next home? It's not uncommon to need storage space when buying and selling a home. A self-storage unit might be perfect for you. But what are the different types of self-storage units, and...

(Family Features) Virtually everyone knows recycling helps promote more sustainable living. A lesser known but effective way to keep materials out of the landfill is upcycling.When items get recycled, they’re generally broken down and the materials are used to create other products. For example, glass can be melted to create new glass containers, milk jugs can become playground equipment and discarded...

Home tours are one of the most important parts of the homebuying process. For many buyers, the anticipation of finally touring homes they've seen online leads to so much excitement during the tour, they forget to look for important details. Unfortunately, this can lead to expensive problems down the road, especially if you overlook problems that an inspector also misses. To help yourself remain alert...

(Family Features) The changing of seasons and arrival of warmer weather provide a perfect opportunity for many homeowners to refresh their living spaces and tackle projects on their to-do lists. However, that shouldn’t mean limiting yourself to standard chores like cleaning, disinfecting and reorganizing. Spring is also an ideal time to make functional and aesthetic updates to your home, including...

The dining room is a special place in the home. While it may not be used each and every day, it’s often where families come together to celebrate holidays, milestones and more. If you want to ensure your dining room is a worthy setting for making memories, here are several tips for designing the perfect space to share special occasions with your loved ones.  Focus on FunctionalityFirst and...

There is little that home cooks can do about rising prices at the local market, but there are plenty of ways to make your grocery fund go further. Check out a few of these simple kitchen hacks to save pennies that add up to dollars. Grate your own cheese. You pay big time for the convenience of pre-grated cheese. Buy an economical chunk of cheddar, or whatever type of cheese you like, and grate it...

Medical and mental health professionals agree: the right morning routine will set the stage for a less stressful and more productive day. Committing to activities in the morning helps develop a routine that ensures you’re setting yourself up for the best possible outcomes no matter what your day throws at you. From the health experts at Self, here are some simple morning habits to start your day....