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At Home: Antique and vintage sales have soared, thanks to supply chain issues

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A guide to what's beautiful and practical — and where to find it.

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Antique and vintage sales have soared, thanks to supply chain issues

With a global supply chain problem, consumers find vintage and antique furniture is both sustainable and available.

By Jura Koncius ● Read more »

How to prevent falls and provide comfort in a new home for seniors

Motion-sensor lighting, flat door handles, anti-slip tiles, lightweight pots and bidets are among the features that can help prevent accidents and strain when setting up a home for seniors.

By Estelle Erasmus ● Read more »

Tips for finding quality pet care — without spending a fortune

Advice on how to find a veterinarian who provides the care and service your pets deserve without wrecking your treat budget.

By Kevin Brasler ● Read more »

My skillet melted onto my glass cooktop. What to do?

As long as the glass cooktop isn't cracked, it's still safe to use. Removing the metal, though, is tricky.

Perspective ● By Jeanne Huber ● Read more »

Gas stoves in kitchens pose a risk to public health and the planet, research finds

Stanford University study comes as cities across the country seek to ban natural gas in new buildings, prompting industry pushback.

By Maxine Joselow ● Read more »

Three tips for home sellers in 2022

REAL ESTATE MATTERS | Pricing your home competitively may generate a number of offers in excess of the list price. What you want is to generate interest and showings, and a "pie in the sky" price won't do that, even with the dearth of homes for sale.

Perspective ● By Ilyce Glink and Samuel J. Tamkin ● Read more »

Long to build a home on a vacant lot in the country? Here are some deal-breakers to consider.

ASK THE BUILDER | If you've never built before, you may not be aware of zoning laws that create an unbuildable border of land within your lot. A rural lot may have a front- and rear-yard setback of 60 or more feet, which could prohibit you from building the size house you want.

Perspective ● By Tim Carter ● Read more »