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Did you know that rearranging your bedroom using an ancient Chinese metaphysical practice can help encourage deeper sleep? Brittanica defines feng shui as orienting sites, buildings and objects to encourage positive energy or “chi.” It’s also an approach to interior design that embraces establishing balance and peace in your home to promote happiness and health. …

Buying a home is exciting whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, upgrading to a larger space or downsizing. Still, the process can seem overwhelming and complex, especially if you’ve just started looking at homes for sale. Determining your down payment amount (and the factors that impact how much your down payment will be) will help you …

The concept of a mother-in-law suite stems from early 20th-century traditions when caring for aging parents was a societal expectation after marriage. However, you don’t need to have in-laws to reap the benefits of having a second, private living space as part of your home. What is a Mother-in-Law-Suite? A mother-in-law suite is typically a …

Flipping houses can be an exciting and profitable venture, especially if you want to get into real estate investing and have the know-how to take on significant renovations. However, it’s not for the faint of heart. You’ll need to finance your flip, budget for renovations and stick to a project plan. We’ll help you navigate …

Environmental art became popular in the late 20th century because of growing concern and awareness for the environment. Environmental art has several overlapping characteristics as land art or earthworks, but comments or establishes an opinion on environmental issues. As artists continue to think about the environment as a cohesive system rather than a living space, …

Whether you’re buying or selling a house, it’s important to have a basic understanding of the housing market. However, that can be a lot more complicated than it seems. Many factors affect both your local and national housing markets, some of which can be hard to track and quantify. However, there are some basics you …

Although adding solar energy systems to single-family dwellings can reduce utility bills and improve property values, a large installation’s price tag sometimes proves prohibitive. Spending tens of thousands of dollars on state-of-the-art panels, wiring and equipment necessary to convert the sun’s rays into lighting can easily exceed one’s budget. However, increasing your renewable energy footprint …

Your bedroom is probably the most personal space in your house – and one of the most relaxing. However, it often goes without the same effort as other rooms regarding décor. If you are looking to start a new project, here are a few great DIY options for your bedroom: Floral garland backdrop To create …

Unfortunately, many popular houseplants are toxic to pets. Many of the small tree varieties commonly grown as houseplants, like the umbrella plant, can make both humans and animals sick if ingested. Here is a basic guide to popular indoor trees pet owners should avoid: Umbrella Plant Umbrella plants are named for their whorl-pattern leaves creating …