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Where’s the Love? 5 Homes Built Out of Spite

Home is where the heart is…not. Spite houses—homes built to draw the ire of onlookers—have been a gesture of contempt for centuries, directed toward neighbors, local authorities, developers and other adversaries left wondering, “Where’s the love?” Take a look at some of the most obnoxious spite homes below. Turns out good fences don’t make good neighbors! The Froling […]
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This San Diego Luxury Estate Has Its Own Lazy River

We’re going to say that again: it has its own lazy river! This Mediterranean-style Poway, Calif. estate (more photos below) located in the Maderas Golf Club is its own luxury resort and home all in one. In addition to floating around their own compound, its new buyers can go to work in their on-site gym or […]
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What Are the Pros and Cons of Brick Homes?

(TNS)—Brick homes have been a standard of quality in the building industry for years, but as newer home exterior products emerge, homeowners can now choose from a wide range of exterior materials. So, is brick the right choice for your home’s exterior? Well, it’s certainly popular. According to a study by the National Association of […]
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Election Year Is Prime Time for Workplace Disagreements

(TNS)—The lunchroom conversation started out with what seemed to be a simple observation about the news—a comment about results of the Iowa caucuses. It didn’t end that way. A co-worker, actually just passing by the table where the conversation began, wheeled around and delivered a fervent advocacy for one of the losing candidates, with unkind […]
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Report: Auto Insurance Higher for Non-Homeowners

Major auto insurance companies charge good drivers as much as 47 percent more for basic liability auto insurance if they don’t own their home, according to a new analysis of premiums by the nonprofit Consumer Federation of America (CFA).  Based on a sampling of insurance quotes across the country for a 30-year old safe driver, […]
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Steps to Take after Becoming Victim to a Burglary

Finding out that your home has been burglarized can be one of the most traumatic experiences in a person’s life. A burglary is a violation of your personal space and after you’ve become a victim, it may take some time to recover – both your personal items and from the emotional stress.  Here are some […]
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In Winter, Carbon Monoxide Detectors Are a Must

(TNS)—Carbon monoxide poisoning is more of a danger in winter months than it is in summer because cold weather tends to make us stay in a very tight indoor environment. The odorless, colorless — yet potentially deadly — gas results from the burning of wood, natural gas, oil, and kerosene. To keep carbon monoxide from […]
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Great Spaces: Gangster’s Paradise Auctioned Off

Want to live in a gangster’s paradise? The waterfront estate at 75 Bluff Road in Fort Lee, N.J., went to auction on December 8, 2015 with a starting bid of $5.5 million. The 1.3-acre property sits atop the Palisades cliffs with stunning views of Manhattan. The estate has quite a history, and was once home […]
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Top 25 Most Romantic Cities in America

As we begin to fete love and romance ahead of Valentine’s Day, OpenTable released its 2016 rankings of the 25 Most Romantic Cities in America. Food trends may come and go, but our data indicates that Americans continue to have an appetite for romantic dining.  In order to provide a ranking of cities where romantic dining is […]
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Quick Tips for Designing an Outdoor Dining Space

Whether your home is a house in the suburbs or a high rise in the city, taking advantage of the outdoors is a great way to expand your livable space. If you are working with a large backyard, your possibilities may be endless, but even the tiniest balcony can be transformed into a functional area. […]