Jeff Somers

We often get lured into a condo or rental with the promise of shared amenities, but they’re not worth anything if you don’t use them.

That so-called "balcony" can work for dining, food prep, storage, and more.

Solar thermal panels can heat your water. For free.

Warranties on roofs, houses, and other property and items often promise a “lifetime” of protection—they often actually last a lot less than that.

Hiring a contractor can seem like an exercise in endless check-writing—but sometimes you need to put that checkbook away.

You’d be surprised how much information about your private life is actually public record.

If you see one of these phrases in a job description, you might be walking into a nightmare.

Working out a “minimally viable” budget means knowing the smallest amount of income you can survive on without starving.

Sure, you're moving into an adorably tiny space—but you don't need child-sized furniture to make it work.

In the market for a new faucet? You have a surprising number of options.

If your cabinets don’t go to the ceiling, you’re missing out on free real estate. Here’s how to put it to work.

If your house is feeling a little rundown, consider these simple and inexpensive changes.

If you’re looking to add some solar power to your home and you love a good project, try making your own solar panel.

The couch looked great in the showroom, but now that you’re actually sitting on it at home, you hate it.

A new home is a chance at a fresh start—don’t ruin it by pissing off your neighbors right off the bat.

If people keep blocking your driveway and the cops won’t do much, what can you do?

Because you love your friends, and your friends love cocktails.

Congratulations on taking the plunge into renewable energy for your home. Now it's time to do some math.

When selling your home, you’re often advised to put some money into it—but you don’t always get that money back, and buyers won’t care if they’re just going to renovate themselves.

Want renewable energy but don't want a clunky grid sitting on your beautiful roof? Consider these six solar panel alternatives.