Homes & Garden

From oversized hats to clear blue skies rising above gigantic pristine ranches, everything is bigger in Texas. Even the state’s young workforce is expanding.

Washington state lawmakers last year dedicated a record $400 million to the state’s Housing Trust Fund, which distributes loans and grants to create affordable housing.

Florida’s southwestern coast - long one of America’s fastest-growing regions - is losing some of its boomtown swagger as a home-insurance crisis and other soaring costs make homes unaffordable.

Whether you live in a year-round warm weather climate or a place that enjoys all four seasons, there are ways to spruce up your home that may help your family to enjoy their exterior space just as much as their interior one.

Just like us, insects spend their winters in different locations. Unlike us, they spend their winters in different stages of development. Some may overwinter as adults, others in their immature stage as grubs, caterpillars or nymphs, while others will be in the pupal stage like a chrysalis o…

Remodeling can help you fall in love with your home all over again. But a significant home remodel may be one of the biggest investments you ever make, so planning carefully for success is a good idea. Working with a designer before you start the contracting process can help clarify your vis…

Fresh, clean, and eco-friendly. There are numerous ways to create an environment that is chemical free while also providing cleanliness and freshness.

In new construction it is common for a builder to deliver a newly constructed home with an unfinished basement. The cost to the new homeowner can vary from a few thousand dollars to considerably more depending on how and to what level the basement is finished.

Electricity is one of those things in your home you probably don’t think about maintaining until something goes wrong. And indeed, with no moving parts, the electrical infrastructure of your home can go years without problems. But any system wears out, especially one with a lot of heat and e…

When it comes to a home, it is often judged both by what is on the inside as well as what is on the outside.

Buying a median-priced house in New Hampshire last month with the prevailing interest rate created a monthly mortgage that was about $540 cheaper than in October but about $360 more than a year ago.

With space at a premium, many people are looking to maximize their home environment as much as possible. Whether it’s to accommodate a home office or in-home classroom space for children or just create extra space to relax and unwind maximizing one’s home footprint is more important than ever.

Insulation is essential in keeping your house cool in summer and warm in winter. But because of that passive nature, it’s easy to forget that it’s sitting there, keeping heat from escaping, and needs to be maintained occasionally.

Posted: Jan 29, 2024

Fight the post-holiday blues with a bit of indoor gardening. Keeping your houseplants healthy and looking their best with a bit of grooming this winter is sure to lift your spirits.

Rent has never been less affordable — for tenants with high and low incomes alike — even while costs for new leases are finally cooling off.

Pedestal sinks are out and cabinets and vanities are in. At least if one is looking for additional bathroom storage. Pedestal sinks have a place in small bathrooms but in larger spaces, vanities and cabinets can provide much needed counter, drawer and storage space.

Many of us like to fall asleep to the sounds of a white noise machine, but according to TikTok, brown and pink noise may be the sleep aides of the future. The hashtags #brownnoise and #pinknoise have already racked up more than 175 million posts.

You might be surprised to find out that tree services provide many of the same services in the cold months as they do during the rest of the year. Sometimes, the work is easier for a variety of reasons. For example, frozen ground does less damage to your yard when pros move equipment in and …

Keep your favorite herbs within easy reach for cooking and seasoning by growing them in containers. A few pots set by your door and grill or on the patio, deck or balcony make it easy to include some homegrown flavor.

The developer of a new apartment building under construction at the site of the former Athens Restaurant in Manchester has his sights on another underutilized property downtown.

With holiday gatherings, extra guests, and the generally busy nature of the holidays, your pipes have gotten quite a workout. And if you live in a cold section of the nation, freezing could be a serious concern going forward. Right now is a good time to keep an eye on your pipes. Drain clean…

Mortgage rates in the US fell after two weeks of increases, dropping to the lowest level in almost eight months.

New Hampshire home prices grew by the third-highest percentage in the nation in 2023, according to a new report out Monday.

Boost the flavor and nutritional value of winter meals by growing a container of greens indoors.

Artwork or wall décor in many instances serves as the primary focal point of a space. It’s the area where the eye immediately goes and rests when one enters a room. As a result, the impression must be strong and appealing.

With the holidays in the rear view mirror, you may be turning your mind to New Year’s resolutions. And one of the most common resolutions is to get fit, lose weight and maybe work off those winter turkey feasts.

MINNEAPOLIS — Winter makes life more expensive. The season requires its own wardrobe of coats, scarves, gloves, hats, sweaters and boots. But your biggest concerns for winter are likely your house and your car.

Before Christmas, holiday excitement is high. People are happy to spend time with family, spread cheer and enjoy December. But once the Christmas trees are at the curb, all the presents are unwrapped and the New Year has been toasted, the winter blues settle in.

In designing a space, one place to start is to be inspired by a season. A seasonal inspiration can allow for a springboard to a design especially as it relates to color. Seasonal design can also allow an opportunity to transition or rotate your décor throughout the seasons.

Grow your own burn ointment by adding aloe vera to your indoor plant collection. This succulent has been used for centuries to treat superficial burns, cuts, sunburn and more.

Posted: Nov 13, 2023

Often in a home there is a clear space for play and a designated space for work. For many, the desire for a space exclusively dedicated to work may be dictated by the size and available space within one’s living environment.

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Home sales in New Hampshire fell 19% last year to levels not seen since 2011, as low inventory and high interest rates stymied many would-be buyers and sellers.