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Even in places with sunshine year-round, the fall season shows up with pumpkin-themed beverages, apple ciders, baked goods and cooler nights. Fall, then, is the perfect season for coziness. Here are some ways to make your home a bit warmer and freshen up your space for fall. Light some scented candles: Fall brings out many of the best candles. Not only does a candle add some ambiance to space, it instantly adds some scent to your home. From pumpkin to apple to caramel to nutmeg, a lit scented c …

Just because summer is over doesn’t mean you need to be done harvesting from your own backyard. If you want to continue your gardening through the cool fall season, your dreams of a fall garden can easily come true. In addition to those who want to extend their plant time, fall gardening is perfect for those who don’t want to contend with as many bugs or the high heat of summer. Here are the heartiest, fall-friendly veggies to consider planting.Arugula: This peppery, green, leafy vegetable is he …

The fall season marks the both the end of summer and backyard BBQs and also the transition into the cozy holiday season. With the temperatures dropping, it’s cool enough to turn the oven on again and enjoy certain foods coming into season. Here are some of the best foods to enjoy this fall:Brussel sprouts: Brussel sprouts are a delicious roasted side dish or fresh salad ingredient any time of year, but are quintessentially fall in many ways. With earth flavors and a crunchy, caramelized tex …

Owning a home is a significant responsibility. One of the best ways to make sure that your financial investment makes sense for you is to learn how to tackle some basic and important home maintenance tasks. If you’re looking to buy a house or have recently become a homeowner, here are the most important skills to master.Stopping leaky faucets: Leaks can be an annoyance – and an annoying expense if you don’t know how to take care of them. Bob Villa recommends these easy steps to handle it: “Turn …

Finding the right tools can be tough. Not just the best tools for the job – but the best brand of tools, period. Tools are an investment, and most people are wary of spending too much on an overpriced gimmick or spending too little on something that won’t get the job done or will break or wear out too quickly.One way to find out which tool brands are worth trusting is to ask the experts what they use! They know from experience what tools will give you the most bang for your buck. Here are some t …