Costumes and candy may be mainstays of Halloween, but decorating is a fun way to set the mood and add a little extra excitement in the weeks leading up to the holiday. These spooktacular ideas can help dial up the drama and delight … read more

You can delight nearly any guest with this cake that delivers a mild sweetness and crunchy topping. Serve it warm with a side of ice cream or a light dusting of powdered sugar. Find more dessert recipes at Culinary.net. Cinnamon-Pecan Streusel Coffee Cake … read more

As cooler weather sets in, households across the country face a tough question: keep repairing their old heating and cooling systems or finally replace them with new ones. While squeezing every penny out of an old unit might seem like a way to … read more

Rally the family together to make and eat these bite-sized versions of corn dogs for an enjoyable, kid-friendly activity and snack. Parents will enjoy them, too, because they’re easy to make, easy to eat and clean-up is a snap. Find more family-friendly recipes … read more

New homeowners often discover that wood decks and fences require more maintenance than expected. Without a clear guide, it’s easy to make mistakes. Caleb Roth, the founder and CEO of Restorative Industries — the parent company of a vertically integrated ecosystem of wood … read more

Snack time just got a bit sweeter. These wraps are so simple to make that even kids can enjoy putting them together. For more snack recipes, visit culinary.net. Caramel Apple Wraps Recipe adapted from Milk Means More. Ingredients: 3 large apples, any kind … read more

Economists have long looked for signals in unexpected places. During tough times, Leonard Lauder popularized the lipstick index — the idea that small luxuries rise when bigger purchases are out of reach. Here’s a new kind of measure: “the Going Rate.” How we … read more

Delight the chocolate lovers in your family with this easy recipe for a Southern classic like Mississippi Mud Cake. Find more sweet recipes at Culinary.net. Mississippi Mud Cake Ingredients: 1 chocolate cake mix (15 1/4 ounces) 1 1/4 cups water 1/3 cup canola … read more

If you have large or unexpected expenses on the horizon, you may have access to an untapped resource: your home. You could use some of the equity you’ve built up in your house to meet financial goals, depending on how much equity you … read more