Can You Benefit From an Agricultural Tax Exemption?

Homeowners who live on agricultural acreage that meets a minimum size standard may qualify for a significant property tax break. Rules vary from state to state, and there can be stiff penalties if you run afoul of them. Here’s how the “ag exemption” works and how you could benefit from it. Agricultu

Bye-Bye Fly: Keeping Flies Out of Your Home

You expect insects to crash your summertime barbeque. After all, the outdoors is their world. But your home is your world, so it’s vexing when flies barge in. Here are some ways to keep them out of your home. What attracts flies into the house? When winter’s chill wanes, insects emerge from dormancy

My House is a Dust Bowl: What to Do?

Spring comes, temperatures warm, and flowers bloom. Liberated from winter hibernation, you happily throw open the windows. Before you know it, dust and pollen blow through and settle on everything. How can you enjoy warm weather without dust and pollen taking over your home? Here’s what you need to