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Buying & Selling
8 Tips for First-Time Home Buyers
Before you buy your first home, make sure you've done your homework.
OpenHouse - Your Free Home History Report [Tool]
Better understand the history of major work and renovation for the home you plan to buy. OpenHouse helps you go beyond the paint and staging.
How Much Does it Cost to Close on a House?
Buying a home is a big investment, but knowing what to expect can help you make sound financial decisions. Learn what typical closing fees may include.
How to Stage a House to Sell Fast
Staging a home for sale can help make it seem more appealing, spacious and memorable.
Fire Safety
Cooking Fire Safety
Whether preparing for a family dinner or a quick snack, practicing safe cooking behaviors can help keep you and your family safe.
Wood Stove Safety Tips
Choosing the right wood stove and properly maintaining and using it are key to wood stove safety.
Space Heater Safety Tips
Help prevent fires, carbon monoxide build-up and other risks by following these space heater safety tips.
Home Safety
Snowbirds: Winterize Your Home While You're Away
Heading south for the winter? There are several key things you can do to help protect your home.
9 Home Security Tips [Infographic]
Adding special lighting and setting a safety routine are 2 ways to help keep your home secure. Help keep your home safe with this home security infographic.
How Smart Thermostats Can Help Protect Your Home
Learn how they work and key considerations for using your smart thermostat.
Smart Home
How Smart Home Technology Helps Protect Your Home
Smart home technology offers ease and convenience. It can also can help protect your home and reduce home insurance costs.
What Is a Smart Alarm System and Why Should I Consider One?
Smart alarm technology allows new, user-friendly ways to help protect your home. Learn about the benefits and potential issues of smart alarm systems.
Make Your Move Easier with Tech [Video]
Tech expert Stephanie Duchaine shares smart tech and tips for a neater, smoother moving day at the CNET Smart Home®.
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Moving
OpenHouse - Your Free Home History Report [Tool]
Better understand the history of major work and renovation for the home you plan to buy. OpenHouse helps you go beyond the paint and staging.
8 Tips for First-Time Home Buyers
Before you buy your first home, make sure you've done your homework.
Home Inspection Checklist for the Home Buyer
Before you make an offer on a home, here's a checklist to help you conduct your own home inspection.
How to Stage a House to Sell Fast
Staging a home for sale can help make it seem more appealing, spacious and memorable.
Home Maintenance
10 Reasons to Get a Home Generator
Power outages can be a major inconvenience. Here are 10 reasons to consider if you're thinking about purchasing a home generator of your own.
Protecting Your Home from Storm Water Damage
Water runoff may cause damage to your property. Learn how to help protect your property from water runoff.
Tree Maintenance and Care [Video]
Tree maintenance and care can help prevent damage to your property caused by falling dead tree limbs.
Insuring
6 Home Renovations that Can Affect Your Insurance
What home renovations can change the amount of coverage you need? We cover six common scenarios that could affect your insurance, so you can plan ahead.
How Much Homeowners Insurance Do I Need?
Here's an overview of what's typically included in a homeowners policy, as well as some other things to consider based on where you live and what you own.
Should I File a Property Damage Claim?
What if you have an incident where you're not sure whether to file a claim? Here are three questions to help you determine what to do next.
8 Steps to Buying and Insuring Your New Home
Whether you’re in the market for your first home or you're a seasoned home buyer, make sure your home is covered. Here’s a helpful rundown of steps along the way to help you cover all the bases.
Renovation
Hiring a Contractor Checklist and Tips
Use our hiring a contractor checklist tips as a guide to help you when selecting a contractor.
5 Home Improvement Projects That May Have the Biggest Return on Investment
Find out about which home improvement projects may have the highest return on investment (ROI).
The Pros and Cons of Composite vs. Wood Decking
While they often cost more than wood, composite materials can offer greater durability and less maintenance.
Identity Theft
How to Protect Yourself from Package Theft and ID Fraud
From ID theft to car break-ins and package theft, the holiday season is a peak time for theft.
What to Do If Your Identity is Stolen
ID Fraud is the fastest-growing white collar crime. Learn what to do if your identity is stolen, including who to contact in case of ID fraud.
Online Identity Theft Prevention
Online identity theft is a growing problem with the rise in popularity of online shopping.
Landlords
Renting Out Your House or Investment Property: 10 Things to Consider
Here are 10 things to think about when you’re considering renting your own property as a landlord.
Landlord Insurance for Rental Properties
Considering renting out your home or investing in a small residential property with a couple of apartments to generate extra income? Here's what you need to know about landlord insurance.