Buried Oil Tanks: Should You Leave Them Underground?

By Mary O'Neil

On a scale of “good” to “not great,” buying a house with a leaking buried oil tank is usually closer to “not great,” especially when you didn’t know about the tank beforehand. The good news is that properties with underground oil tanks are rare. But these homes do exist, and tank decommissioning can be a…

What Are Storm Windows and Does Your House Need Them?

By Mary O'Neil

Are you finding that your home is too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter? Or maybe you live near a busy street and are frustrated by the noise coming from outside. Buying replacement windows may help these problems, but brand-new windows can be expensive. That’s where storm windows come in. Storm…

Apartment Kitchen Layout: Which Option is Best for You?

By Mary O'Neil

Whether you’re a first-time renter or a seasoned renter there are plenty of different things you’re contemplating when it comes to the perfect apartment. And one of these may be the kitchen space – the heart of many homes, including rental homes. Knowing the standard apartment kitchen layouts can make your apartment hunt that much…

Industrial Loft Apartment: A Captivating Return to Warehouse Roots

By Mary O'Neil

There’s something about an industrial loft apartment that draws you in. These reclaimed spaces blend the loft’s airy interior with the distinct design of a former warehouse. You can recognize their brick walls, exposed pipes, metal beams, and oversized windows from a mile away. Industrial lofts, sometimes called warehouse lofts, don’t seem to be going…