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5 Smart Gadgets To Better Secure Your Home
Check out these 5 user-friendly security devices to let you monitor your home remotely to help give you peace of mind when away from your home.
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How To Safely Use A Fire Extinguisher
With proper use, storage and maintenance, a fire extinguisher could minimize damage to your home and even save lives.
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How To Protect Your House From Falling Trees And Branches
These five pro tips could help prevent trees and branches from causing big problems to your home.
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How To Insure Your Valuables And Collectibles
Do you know how valuable your collectibles really are? Don't assume your valuables are covered by a standard home insurance policy. Learn how to properly insure them.
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The Ultimate Hurricane Preparation Checklist
Read our Ultimate Hurricane Preparation Checklist to help you get ready before one hits. Learn what to do during and what to do after a hurricane.
How To Create A Home Inventory
Quick, how many plates do you own? Not sure? It may be time to do a home inventory; it’ll come in handy when it comes to an insurance claim.
How To Find The Perfect Tenant For Your Rental Property
Want to be a landlord? Learn how to maximize the profits—and minimize the headaches—with our five keys to rental success.
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How To Prevent Your Pipes From Freezing
This winter, prep your pipes inside and out to help save your home from water damage.
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Is It Ever OK To Leave A Faucet Dripping?
If you're planning a long weekend getaway, don't forget about your plumbing. Read how to keep pipes from freezing if you're worried about a pipe bursting.
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How To Help Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
A few smart steps could help reduce your risk of exposure to this dangerous invisible gas, CO.
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Space Heater Safety Tips
Space heaters can be a cost-effective way to help warm up a room—just keep these precautions in mind.
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How To Protect Your Apartment From Burglaries
Read about simple, smart strategies that could help you protect your apartment 24/7.
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Your Seasonal Home Maintenance Checklist
Know what home maintenance tasks you should do throughout the year with our handy, printable checklist.
6 House Noises You Should Never Ignore
Clanging heaters, scratching in the walls…these troublesome sounds may be warning signs of more serious problems.
7 Questions To Ask Before Renewing Your Apartment Lease
Renewing an apartment lease for another year is a big deal. Here’s what to consider.
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How To Pick The Right Fence For Your Yard
Installing fencing around your property can add style and security to your home. Here’s what to know before you install one.
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7 Questions To Ask Before Renewing Your Apartment Lease
Renewing an apartment lease for another year is a big deal. Here’s what to consider.
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6 Signs You Need To Fix Your Roof
A damaged roof can cause all sorts of problems in your home. Here’s what to watch for.
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Is Your Home Ready For Fall And Winter?
There are quite a few things you can do to be sure your home is ready for the coming seasons. Here are some ideas to get you started.
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Dealing With Temporary Relocation
Here is what you need to know before having to temporarily relocate you and your family due to natural disaster or other calamities.
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What To Do In A Power Outage
With hurricane season upon us, it’s essential to prepare for some electrical hiccups. Here's what to do if a blackout happens.
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Help! I Need A Storage Unit
Moving to a smaller apartment, getting married and combining households, or having an elderly parent move in could mean you need a storage unit.
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(Quiz) Are You Prepared For A Natural Disaster?
With a disaster or severe weather, preparation is everything. Assess your readiness with these 10 questions.
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Why To Use A Surge Protector
Surge protectors can help keep your electronics from getting fried—but there are some important things to know about these devices.
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How To Help Protect Your Home From Wildfires
Wildfires can spread quickly. These tips could help slow their path around your home.
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Stay Safe In A Severe Thunderstorm
Learn how to keep you and your family protected from hail, rain, and heavy wind during a severe thunderstorm.
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Flooding In America
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6 House Noises You Should Never Ignore
Clanging heaters, scratching in the walls…these troublesome sounds may be warning signs of more serious problems.
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How Often To Replace Your Home Appliances
Learn about the average life expectancy of common household appliances, how to maintain them properly, and when to replace them.
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Is A Smart Lock A Smart Idea?
Smart locks are modern, popular and convenient—but are they the right choice for you?
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How To Pest-Proof Your Home This Winter
Learn these surefire tips for keeping pesky rodents out of your house this winter. From mouse traps to hiding your food, read how to keep rodents outside.
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Moving Checklist For A New Home
Read this moving checklist and timeline which starts from 8 weeks out all the way to moving day, to help you be prepared for your new home move.
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Smart Holiday Safety Tips
The holidays come with some unexpected hazards. These tips can help keep you safe.
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Autumn Leaves: Why To Be Wary
Falling leaves can bring surprising hazards—both in your car and at home. These tips can help you stay safe this autumn.
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How To Trick-Or-Treat Safely This Halloween
If your kids are dressing up for Halloween—or if you expect ghouls and goblins at your door—you’ll want to prepare for these surprising hazards.