3 points

When Renting is Better than Home Buying – salary.com

when renting is better than buying.

A great article to read before you make your decision.

3 points

Consumer Tips for Homeowners Looking to Hire Home Service Providers – bestpickreports.com

Follow these tips when hiring contractors can help saving you a lot of money.

3 points

What is a Credit Union and where to find one – asmarterchoice.org

This site's traffic has jumped eightfold since the Bank of America announced the debit card fee a few weeks ago. The election only happens every few years but you can vote with your money every day. If you are not happy with the moves that large banks are pulling these days, join a Credit Union!

3 points

Before buying a home, hire a qualified Home Inspector – lubbock.bbb.org

You should always hire an inspector before buying a home. The inspector you hire should work for you and not your real estate agent (to help close the deal). Do some homework and hire a certified inspector who has Errors Inspectors Insurance. Go to ashi.com for some referrals.

3 points

Retire When You Want - Kiplinger.com – kiplinger.com

Let's face it, social security is not going to be enough for your retirement.
"It's a humbling concept when you realize that you need about $1 million to generate just $40,000 a year of income." If the economy downturn teaches us anything, it is that everyone needs a good plan to enjoy a comfortable retirement.

3 points

Everything you need to know about using wall anchors – naturalhandyman.com

It's impossible to find wall studs for everything we want to hang. When it comes to use the wall anchors, it's important to pick the right one for the right applications. This article covers everything from plastic anchors, expansion anchors, molly and toggle bolts. The best one that I have found online.

3 points

8 Perfect Summer Lake Towns – travel.yahoo.com

Great lake towns for a summer getaway.

3 points

Death of the 'McMansion': Era of Huge Homes Is Over – m.cnbc.com

McMansion will still have its market. But those huge homes built in small communities on a tiny lot, and only about 5 feet apart from each other, will probably see the end of their days.

3 points

9 Bathroom Cleaning Problems Solved – shine.yahoo.com

Simple and easy way to clean, plus, it's very economical.

3 points

Protect your pipes in winter time – weather.com

If your water pipe froze it could get busted. Some good prevention tips.

3 points

Fixing decayed (rotted) wood using an epoxy penetrant and filler - Fixing Our Historic House – hereandthere.org

A nice article on using epoxy penetrants/consolidants to fix rotted wood in old house. It is most definitely the cheaper way comparing with replacing the wood.

3 points

Wall Repair and what kind of fasteners to use to hang stuff on the wall – msue.msu.edu

This is by far the best article that I can find about wall repairing and wall fasteners.

3 points

Bankrate's Mortgage Rate Trend Index – bankrate.com

Mortgage rate trend for the week of 5/11. Looks like the rate will go up in the coming weeks.

3 points

Four Overlooked Homeownership Costs: Financial News - Yahoo! – biz.yahoo.com

Here are some overlooked homeownership costs. Owning a piece of property is a type of investment, however these hidden costs have to be considered.

3 points

Home buyer's Guide - a list of things a home buyer should know – findmyroof.com

Buying a home is one of the most important personal and financial decisions you'll ever make. This step-by-step guide will help you find and buy your first home.