Consumer News and Advice Archive


In a Recession, Does Land Offer Refuge?

Friday, October 5th, 2007
By Curtis Seltzer ...


Peer Pressure: Homeowners More Likely to Conserve Energy if Neighbors Do

Friday, October 5th, 2007
By Sarah Baicker, Medill News Service ...


Something New Under the Sun: Cheaper Solar Technology

Friday, October 5th, 2007
By Jim Carlton, The Wall Street Journal ...


Escape Dominates during Fire Prevention Week

Friday, October 5th, 2007
RISMEDIA, Oct. 8, 2007-Most Americans believe they have at least 10 minutes to get out of their homes during a fire. This is a deadly mistake. Unfortunately, a person only has three minutes or less to escape to safety before smoke or flames can become fatal (Source: National Fire Protection ...


Home Improvement Q&A: What guidelines should I follow to find a contractor?

Thursday, October 4th, 2007
By Desiree French ...


How to Evaluate Mortgage Bail-out Programs

Wednesday, October 3rd, 2007
By Gail Liberman and Alan Lavine ...


Real Estate In Your 70s: To Buy a Home or Rent

Wednesday, October 3rd, 2007
By Kelly Greene, The Wall Street Journal Online ...


Are you Prepared to be Ruled by a Homeowners Association?

Tuesday, October 2nd, 2007
By Andrea Coombes, MarketWatch ...


Homeowner Trends: Screened Porch Upgrades

Monday, October 1st, 2007
RISMEDIA, Oct. 2, 2007-According to local deck and porch designing experts, screened porches have been making a strong comeback. However, what was once a practical necessity is today becoming a more luxurious amenity for homeowners who are interested in jazzing up their screened porches with their own personalized style or ...


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