People moving out of state fell sharply in 2023
People moving out of state sharply dropped in 2023 after it became harder to get jobs working from home.Nearly 7.6 million people aged 1 year and older…
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Social media drowns out official voices during disasters
When natural disasters happen, social media platforms like Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) can be useful for sharing information. However, rescue workers…
Homeowners insurance crisis hitting these 15 states, report says
Headlines have focused on home insurers pulling out of California and Florida, but there are 15 other states that are facing an "imminent" homeowners insur…
FCC waives Lifeline eligibility for Hurricane Milton and Helene
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced discounted phone and internet service for victims of Hurricanes Milton and Helene through the Lifelin…
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October, 2024
Don't relax yet: Hurricane season has weeks to go
Home leasebacks look attractive, but the looks can be deceiving
Hurricane Milton: The other shoe drops
'Unauthorized activity on the network,' ADT reports
Where Helene victims can go for help rebuilding their homes and lives
September, 2024
Hurricane Helene's effects will surge across the nation
Zillow adding climate risk data and insurance info to for-sale listings
This one appliance can make your kitchen a more dangerous place
Invitation Homes accused of deceiving renters, charging junk fees
California homeowners face 34% increase in Allstate premiums
August, 2024
Summer will be back before you know it -- get ready now to beat the heat
How to blur your home on Google Maps to deter burglars
Homeowners face insurance drought as storms, fires, floods rev up
July, 2024
Couch covers making a comeback? Survey reveals furniture fails on epic scale.
June, 2024
Here's how dangerous it is to buy a home without a termite inspection
May, 2024
GE appliance maker sued over failing to share gas stove pollution risks
Drowning-related deaths are on the rise in the U.S., CDC reports
Planet Fitness raises its $10 membership plan price
Gas, propane stoves produce dangerous levels of nitrogen dioxide, study finds
For many consumers, the cost of moving has reached a ‘tipping point’
April, 2024
March, 2024
February, 2024
December, 2023
October, 2023
Consumers express frustration with today’s appliances
September, 2023
August, 2023
July, 2023
Crime is both down and up in the post-pandemic era
Americans with Disabilities Act celebrates its 33rd anniversary
Riding with Uber with a baby? Now you can get a car seat.
National survey reveals 45% of U.S. tap water may contain 'forever chemicals'
March, 2023
Thinking about buying a Ring protection system? You’ll now be paying for a monthly plan, too.
February, 2023
Counterfeit postage stamps are becoming an issue across the country
January, 2023
December, 2022
Where does your favorite fast food restaurant stand with other consumers?
July, 2022
May, 2022
July, 2021
Home pool sales surge, leading to chlorine shortages and installation delays
January, 2021
August, 2020
Consumers are seeing higher residential electric bills during the pandemic
January, 2020
October, 2019
November, 2017
October, 2017
How to boost your home's appeal to sell in the fall and winter
September, 2017
July, 2017
May, 2017
April, 2017
March, 2017
Painting tips to help a home sell faster
December, 2016
Do your smoke detectors need to be replaced? Here's how to tell
October, 2016
See how your room would look painted in a different color with Prestige ColorPic
July, 2016
April, 2016
Allstate plans big car insurance rate hike in Georgia
Installing a metal roof qualifies homeowners for a $500 tax credit
March, 2016
iRobot introduces a tiny, floor-cleaning robot that loves small spaces
August, 2015
July, 2015
New USPS program lets you see your junk mail before you get it
May, 2015
Tennessee HOA pays $156,000 to settle disability-discrimination lawsuit
April, 2015
February, 2015
Front-loader or top-loader -- which is better?
Here's a list of ways around Keurig 2.0 machine restrictions
January, 2015
Can fast food stores really pay their people $15 an hour?
What happens when the pipes freeze
Homeowners' association sues residents for parking their pickup in their driveway
December, 2014
October, 2014
June, 2014
May, 2014
January, 2014
December, 2013
November, 2013
Consumers: KitchenAid dishwashers keep washing out
Honoring the best of the worst: the greatest-hits list for bad HOAs
September, 2013
May, 2013
April, 2013
March, 2013
Web advertisers attack Mozilla for protecting consumers' privacy
February, 2013
November, 2012
August, 2012
Bonded Leather Sofas vs. Genuine Leather - What's the Difference?
January, 2011
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November, 2009
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