Home Ownership More Affordable Than Renting in 72% of Major U.S. Cities

Mon, 01/31/2011 - 09:58 - Tom Kraeutler

Trulia.com, a top site for homebuyers, sellers and renters, released its latest Rent vs. Buy Index which found that it is now more affordable to buy than to rent a two-bedroom homein 72% of America’s 50 largest cities.  

Meanwhile, a nation of renters has emerged as more Americans rent by...

Re-Using Greasy Old Rags Isn

Fri, 01/28/2011 - 12:21 - Leslie Segrete

If you think you’re being smart, economical and resourceful by re-using dirty, oily or greasy rags for jobs around the house or garage, think again!  They’re a potential fire hazard.  Piles of oily rags can spontaneously combust, turning your home into a fireball. 

And don’t even think about...

Solar Energy Comes to the Cincinnati Zoo

Mon, 01/24/2011 - 10:22 - Tom Kraeutler

Solar energy appears to be growing in popularity.  Not only are we seeing more homes sporting solar panels, but now even the greenest zoo in America will generate power from the sun. 

This spring, visitors to the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden will be greeted by the largest publicly...

Owning More Affordable Than Renting in 72% of Major U.S. Cities

Fri, 01/21/2011 - 13:10 - Tom Kraeutler

Today, Trulia.com released its latest Rent vs. Buy Index which found that it is now more affordable to buy than to rent a two-bedroom home in 72% of America’s 50 largest cities.  

Meanwhile, back at the ranch, a nation of renters has emerged as more Americans choose to rent -- often due to...

Be Better Prepared for Snow

Thu, 01/20/2011 - 09:45 - Leslie Segrete

Winter storms are unpredictable and can whip up at any moment.  Snow can accumulate quickly and suddenly.  Many of you have already seen Mother Nature at work this year.  Multiple times.

Your best defense is preparation. Gather all of your snow removal supplies and check that they are in top...

Danger: Don't Use Your Oven to Keep Warm

Mon, 01/10/2011 - 07:00 - Tom Kraeutler

Earlier this month, a family in southern California was reported to have used an oven to try to stay warm in the cold temperatures, resulting in the deaths of two people from carbon monoxide poisoning.  This tragic incident is a reminder that carbon monoxide poisoning can be fatal, but can be...