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

Plan ahead for your weekend brunch with this Farmer’s Casserole. It packs a hearty combination of meat, cheese, eggs and a hint of spice from jalapeños. You can prepare this recipe the night before and let it chill overnight for a ready-to-serve dish … read more

Shade can be a problem for many gardeners, especially if one desires sun-loving perennials or roses. Dortha Murker has created a spark of light and joy in a deeply shaded garden. Located at the terminus of a dead-end street near Lake Symington, her … read more

New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber, the “Queen of Romance,” is selling her home In Manchester after 30 years. This was a place where some of her most beloved novels were written, and where Macomber and her family gathered often. They have … read more

Rescue your loved ones from a dinner rut with a simple solution that answers “what’s for dinner” with an exciting, flavorful meal. These Lasagna Rollups require just one pan, making both cooking and cleanup a breeze on busy weeknights. To mix it up … read more

These pages of brilliant baths are filled with inspiring ideas (and incredible photographs) that will have you rethinking the form and function of your own baths. We’re highlighting styles ranging from quiet and modern to timelessly traditional. But, they all have one thing … read more

Stun your family and guests with a delicious dessert that’s as easy to make as it is to eat. This no-bake French-Style Cheesecake with Strawberries from Cookin’ Savvy is a perfect summer treat for sharing with your nearest and dearest, and you can … read more

Studies show a link between the quality of the air inside a home and the health of the people who live there. For example, according to the American Lung Association, poor indoor air increases the likelihood that someone exposed to that air will … read more

When Cora Reuter was a little girl, her school bus passed a blooming flower garden every afternoon. “It brought me such joy,” she recalled. Middle school years were hard for her, and the garden, full of bursting colors, made her neighborhood brighter. Now, … read more