There’s a reason gardeners call compost “black gold:” It’s easy to make, and can give your garden or potted plants an excellent nutrient boost. On top of these benefits, it’s also a great way to recycle your waste and reduce your environmental impact – according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, food scraps and yard waste make up to 30% of our trash. These materials are perfect ingredients for composting, so you can take your trash, which would otherwise eat up room in landfills, and turn it into gardening treasure instead.

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Experts say that this year will bring us a tick apocalypse, thanks to the wet spring weather and mild winter. It is wise for everyone to take precautions to avoid contact with these tiny pests, even while heading out into your beautiful back yard.

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A well-kept yard is appealing, but perhaps you want something more – something that helps everyone who visits feel relaxed. This concept might be for the enjoyment of your family and friends, but it will also be beneficial when you try to sell your home.

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If your home has wooden decks or porches, they require staining, sanding, or painting to keep them in good shape. However, the newest material being used is composite decking, which holds off stains, fading and mold better than pressure treated wood. This means composite decking can be a huge time saver when it comes to cleaning and maintenance.

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Earth Day isn’t just about the outdoors – our indoor environments have an impact on sustainability too. Beyond the products you use and the food you eat, what about your living space itself? Is it the right size for your needs, or do you have too much space? Do you want a different or more compact lifestyle than the one you have now? According to insurance company The Hartford, there are multiple reasons why someone may want to either move to a smaller home or repurpose their existing space to better suit their priorities, especially later in life.

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Some home repairs are simple, and some are not. While you probably don’t want to try and fix faulty wiring yourself, there are some basic repairs that just about any homeowner can do themselves to save time and money. All you need is a bit of advice, a few tools and a little time to tackle each issue.

Here are some common household problems and what you can do about them.

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Winter snow is almost gone in many parts of New Hampshire, and homeowners are finding that the landscaping and lawn they last saw in November looks very different now.

Winter takes its toll, and in this case, shabby is never chic. The ravages of snow, freezing rain and the melting process can leave a bad first impression on anyone who passes by – including potential buyers.

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As a home seller you probably spring into action when your agent calls to set up a showing to a potential buyer. Ideally, you agree to the requested time, rearrange any plans you had, and start picking up toys, doing laundry, and cleaning your house so it’s spic and span.

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Nervous about the appraisal for that FHA loan? An FHA appraisal requires some very specific things to go smoothly. A wise homeowner knows what to expect and prepares to meet all of the requirements.

First, you should know that there are two chief concerns on the bank’s checklist when looking to approve an FHA loan:

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As a homeowner, you may have considered going green when it comes to house cleaning. Concern over toxic fumes and chemicals left behind have many people choosing to be green when they clean.  But what works and what is hype? Should you buy green products or make your own?

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