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For many of our neighbors, summer means more than sunshine and vacations. It also means working in the yard – often with tools that can be dangerous if not used properly.

Each year about 400,000 people are treated for injuries from lawn and garden tools, according to the U.S. Consumer...

Whether you own a pool or have one in your neighborhood, understanding pool safety is a must when kids and pets are around. Use these pool safety tips to avoid accidents and lawsuits, both of which can have devastating consequences.

Install Secure Fencing Around the Pool Area

It is required...

What would you do without power tools? Well, you’d probably take on fewer home-improvement projects — and probably have a lot more calluses on your hands.

Thankfully, you don’t have to do without. But you do have to use tools safely, if you want to do good work and keep...

If you live in an area with frequent rainstorms — a growing issue across much of the country — you may struggle to keep rainwater away from your home. Excessive water can crack and shift foundations, ruin siding, and even cause interior harm. Follow these tips to make sure your...

Decluttering is having a moment these days. Organizing guru Marie Kondo has her own show on Netflix, people everywhere are going through their things and asking, “Does this bring me joy?” and many are even exploring the minimalist lifestyle.

Wondering what the all the fuss is about? Let’s talk about...

Whether you live in an apartment building or a single-family home, there are security options available to help protect you, your family, and your property. Not sure which one is best for you? Take a look at these choices to help narrow down your search.

Solutions for Apartment Dwellers

While...

In today’s digital world, slander and libel lawsuits are more common than you may think. Comments made in haste or anger on social media can have lasting and far-reaching effects on a person’s reputation or character, so it’s easier than ever to libel, slander, or invade a person’s privacy. Even...

Smart technology has brought us many benefits, including new ways of securing our homes. Regardless of the type of home where you live, be it an apartment or a house or anything in between, you’re sure to find helpful options below that you can manage from anywhere with just your...

Online data breaches are just an unfortunate fact of life now—as the New York Times put it, you might as well assume that your personal information has been taken, because cyberattacks happen all the time.

That’s why we recommend identity-recovery coverage, which may be available for as little as $1...

Older homes have charm that many newer residences do not. However, they’re often not as energy-efficient as they could be. Here are seven tips to help you make your old house more environmentally friendly and less costly, too.

Make Your Doors and Windows Energy-Efficient

Windows and doors are one place...