Jeff Somers

You don’t have kids, and you don’t want to hang out with kids. Here’s how to find places to live, vacation, and go out where you’re guaranteed to be child free.

Zero-waste stores focus on sustainable products and aim to cut down on packaging waste. But do they deliver?

The signs that a home is about to suck your bank account dry are not always obvious.

You can’t just run an extension cord out the window and make bank letting people charge their EVs, but there are ways to monetize a home EV charger.

Someone hit your car and wants to hand you some money to pay for the damages. Is it ever a good idea?

These scams are common for a reason: they work.

Getting certified in an industry is a key way to a good living, but can cost a lot in terms of time and money.

Renovations are expensive, but some aspects of one will show every penny you spend—and some won’t.

Learn to make a compass with a stick and a fire with your hand sanitizer.

When it comes to home improvement, sometimes the best choice is to change nothing.

Theft rates and resale value are among other important considerations.

Siding can help preserve and protect your home against the elements, and there are more choices than you realize.

A light socket can serve as a screw-in ceiling fan, a projector, or a Bluetooth speaker.

Unless your home fits into one of these three categories, you probably won’t need it.

Know the signs of a cover-up renovation.

If you’re going to be spending a lot of time checking out properties with your real estate agent, the right tools will keep you informed—like a tape measure, a moisture meter, a pocket level—and more.

Some home renovation, repair, or maintenance projects are best done in the right season.

Most minor maintenance projects to your home don’t require permits—but they can trigger erroneous code violations.

Paint, insulation, and windows are just a few things that can make your home much harder to burn.

Here's how to see through high-pressure sales tactics.