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Proper use of dark colorsAsk interior designers about rich, dark colors, and they're likely to bubble over with praise. “Dark colors are my favorite for my » Read More
Room to renew
Admit it: You're thinking about a face-lift. You've noticed the little lines forming here, darkened areas emerging there. » Read More
Styles
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A new head of steam
Like the little engine that could, steam is chugging its way back into our household lives in a big way. The comeback of steam » Read More
Holiday Tips for the Home
Holiday entertaining requires more than artful decorations, tasty hors d’oeuvres and some cheerful librations. Savvy » Read More
Stodgy no more
Remember wallpaper? For many of us, the word evokes prim florals draping grandma's boudoir, or a parade of dancing » Read More
Do-It-Yourself
Guide
Your New Brick Patio Need a new project? Get outside and build a new patio or sidewalk, even if you already have one. Many patios and » Read More
When to Hire a Plumber
Home repair shows might convince some Americans to tackle big projects, but when it comes to plumbing, do-it- » Read More
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7 sins of houseplant careIn spite of a few proven ways to bring houseplants to an early demise, most demand little to keep them looking » Read More
Sweet TalkSweetly fragrant sweet peas are a delight in a garden or in a vase. Their exquisite perfume and rich colors add beauty » Read More
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San Diego
Real Estate News
Homeowners considering insurance cutsBecause of falling home prices, many Californians are considering a reduction in their homeowner insurance coverage, according to a recent study by the Insurance Information Network of California. » Read More
New mortgage options for vets As a result of federal legislation signed Oct. 10, many military veterans with adjustable-rate mortgages will have new opportunities to refinance into fixed-rate loans through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.» Read More
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Homeowners overpaying property taxes
As many as one-quarter of San Diego County homeowners may be paying too much property tax because their homes are worth less now than when they bought them, according to study by a San Diego software company. » Read More
Buy now, sell later? Plan for the worst and hope for the best. This is a reasonable course of action if you're planning to sell your current home and buy another one in the current market. There are good reasons to do so for some homeowners » Read More
Living in Borrowed Times
I am writing this today from Main Street America, the very same street that we have heard about on the news as the $700 billion financial rescue package was being discussed. I can almost see the street from my desk » Read More
San Diego Homescape
U-T Home
Some find it's hard to say goodbye to their fixtures
Immediately after the new owners moved in, food mysteriously began to disappear. But the way Yorktown Heights, N.Y., agent Ed Ferguson recalled the puzzling occurrence several years ago, it wasn't until several days later that they » Read More
Charity provides homes for wounded vets As Army medic Sgt. Jeffrey Guerin was recovering from injuries suffered in Afghanistan, he realized he needed a new place to live. “My last house wasn't handicapped-accessible at all,” Guerin said. » Read More
The Green Guide
Green upgrades, a model of sustainabilityWith talk spreading nationally about boosting the economy through infrastructure upgrades, the county Board of Supervisors hopes to do its part. The supervisors have greenlighted a whopper – a $600 million-plus » Read More
Going green is one way to aid sale of homes There is no question that green has captured the imagination, if not the pocketbooks, of new-home buyers. But that begs another question: What can sellers of existing homes do to compete with builders for the hearts and » Read More
Heat Water, Not the Planet
With gas and utility costs climbing, many Americans want to save energy, not just to save the planet, but also to save money. Water systems can leak money right out of homes. High-flow faucets and showers can waste . » Read More
