Jalene Hahn: Why smart people do dumb stuff with money
This irrational behavior is the underpinning of behavioral finance, the study of the influence of psychology on the behavior of investors.
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Not sure which vacuum is right for you? Here’s how to choose.
To keep your floors free of dust, dirt and other debris, you’ll need to create a routine, choose the right type of vacuum, and follow some simple steps for use and upkeep.
Motivating kids with consequences, without resorting to threats
The use of threats, although effective in getting people to comply with demands, is not a long-term tool in the parenting toolbox.
Going beyond the traditional window-box garden
You simply can’t go wrong with a tall red geranium amid a tranquil bed of white impatiens and cascading vines of ivy.
On the Market: A nationally recognized historic home blends classic and modern
Built in 1853, this 6,000-square-foot Italianate home has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior.
Turning point: When is it safe to plant your garden?
The goal is to keep things moving forward with the warming season, taking into account weather predictions and, because those are just predictions, average spring warming trends where you garden.
Every cast-iron pan tells a story
The glossy black skillets are easy to find, relatively inexpensive, and versatile tools in our kitchens, but they are more than mere workhorses.
Giving your rental a refresh without angering your landlord
Homeowners wanting a design fix flocked to home-improvement stores, but renters may have felt stuck, not wanting to risk violating their lease.
Mickey Kim: Bond investors face a statement sticker shock in first quarter
This was the worst quarterly performance for the UST market in more than 40 years.
Shaking off a dark winter with a spring cleaning, refresh
Some suggestions from the experts on bringing a sense of harmony and happiness home this spring.
KITCHEN SMARTS: Navigating the varied world of olive oils
For most of us, the world of olive oil is a bit of a mystery, and you may find yourself with the same kind of uncertainty you feel in a wine store when contemplating the plethora of bottles lined up.
5 Home remodeling trends to watch for in 2021
Open floor plans are out; dedicated spaces for remote work and learning are in. Yards are being transformed into entertainment spaces and walls are being repainted.
Pandemic habits: How to keep the good ones, end the bad ones
As the world starts whirring again and people return to offices, schools and schedules, the risk of lapsing into our pre-pandemic ways is real.
This carrot cake with brown butter-cream cheese frosting will keep you coming back for more
In our house, we love this carrot cake so much, we decided it’s our go-to cake for birthdays, Mother’s Day—any celebration, big or small.
Pete the Planner: Minimalism means less stuff, more enjoyable experiences
The way I figured, as long as I didn’t have a storage unit, or even a garage I couldn’t pull my car into, I was doing just fine.
Time to try growing some vegetable or flower transplants
It’s economical, it allows you to grow varieties you might not be able to buy as transplants, it’s satisfying and it’s easy.
Gardening: The cicadas are coming. But gardeners need not panic.
The insect may disrupt things in May and June – especially June – but its destructive capabilities are limited.
A solid brunch lineup can make Easter easy
You can create a sumptuous feast without having to splurge financially. Beautiful. Satisfying. Holiday-ish.
Designer offers solutions for an organized home office
Interior designer Regan Billingsley still spends some time in her Washington, D.C., studio, but for much of the past year, she has been doing a fair amount of work from home.
Jalene Hahn: What to consider when purchasing your first home
One frequent mistake of first-time homebuyers is to “over buy,” thinking their future salary will make the payments easier. Buy a house you can afford and will enjoy.