This is the homemade haunted house that my friends and I made this year. The entire build was in my friend's large basement. We recycled props from the past couple years, and even made a few new ones.

Of course we all want a bedroom that's dreamy. We just don't want to get sick and tired of it really fast. Have a little hope. Prep your slumber spot with personal and affordable solutions that will make a major impact.

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To help pinpoint exactly where you are burning through resources--and cash--we polled energy consultants across the country.

To minimize their exposure to chemicals, it's extra important to give your pets nothing but the best whenever possible. You can start by making your own organic dog treats.

I've been recently going through my shelves trying to put some order into my book display when I realized I haven't actually read (or finished) half of them!

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By making a few smart purchases and, if you're feeling crafty, doing a project or two, you can perk up your home and stay within your budget. From elegant art walls to creative ways with paint, here are a dozen ways to spruce up your nest this fall.

Although a rake may be the cheapest tool for the job, the time-consuming and back-straining work drives some homeowners toward a more powerful alternative.

I love to send handwritten notes. Some might say that is one of my trademarks. I like to think I know when to send and how to write a thank you note. But one truly never knows.

Here's the story of homeowners who moved heaven and earth for the chance to make the fantasy of saving a beautiful old house a reality.

While a big reno might not be in most people's budgets, small home dwellers can easily turn their tiny havens into the house of their dreams. Want proof? Check these darling dream houses out!

We've shown you famously haunted historical houses like the Lemp Mansion and the Carnton Plantation. But here are 10 breathtaking historical homes with special Halloween events scheduled for all of you old-house lovers out there.

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Understanding the lease allows you to to avoid costly extra charges and keep you protected from giving the landlord reason to financially penalize you or worse ... evict you. Take the 15 minutes to read your lease -- it is a win/win for everyone.

I'm exposed to a lot of "design." I have watched dozens of designers re-design broken homes. And while they do make those homes work better, they seem to rely on lots of slick finishes and design parlor tricks.

No matter what the reason or who is sleeping over, twin beds are actually a smart way to maximize guest quarters by accommodating extra visitors and establishing a pleasing symmetry.

Six in the morning on a Monday -- your alarm goes off. After rolling over and pressing snooze more times than you'd like to admit, you spring out of bed and run to your messy bathroom, knowing you have less than 20 minutes to get ready...

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The kitchen is one of the busiest rooms in the house, so it's a good use of time to get the space looking and working at its best. That means adding storage and lighting, but also changing out counters or cabinets... without jeopardizing your security deposit.

It's that time of year to pack up your summer clothes and bring out your boots and scarves. Unless, of course, your closet is big enough for both, like the ones found in these five homes for sale.

I know that I probably still don't have the right answers or solutions to the question but what I do know and have learnt is that, my friend, you deserve to live your life and you deserve enjoy and embrace what you have here on earth.