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We’ve got 150 last-minute Memorial Day getaway ideas for an unforgettable holiday. Honor military heroes and kick off summer with travel ideas for every state.

We analyzed seven different factors to determine the best cities to live in without a care. Read our study to find out all the details.

We analyzed seven different factors to determine the best cities to live in without a care. Read our study to find out all the details.

House Method used Google Trends data to find the most searched for furniture in every state. Here are their findings.

When it comes to alcoholic drinks, a favorite among many has to be the margarita. We collected data on the cost of making your own in each state throughout the country. Check out our full report.

We analyzed the cost of a bottle of white, red, and rosé wine in each state to determine which states are the most and least expensive to buy wine in. Check out our full report.

We analyzed the largest U.S. cities and ranked them on five different factors to come up with the list of best cities for celebrating Galentine's Day. Check out our full rankings.

House Method conducted a study on the century's most popular romantic comedies in each state. Read on to see the results.

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From the best and worst cities for reducing stress to how Americans furnished their first home, these campaigns give you a look into life in and around the home.

An unavoidable truth in life is taxes. If you're a homeowner, you're no exception. But, what you pay can vary significantly depending on where you live. So, the question is: where do people pay the highest property taxes and where do people pay the least?

A realtor’s success in selling a home can come down to conditions that are out of their control, such as the market they operate within. We researched which U.S. cities are the best for real estate agents.

When buying a home, location plays a major role in cost and quality of life, especially for veterans. We ranked the best U.S. cities for veteran homebuyers using 10 key factors.

A home inspection can save you thousands of dollars in the long run by pinpointing areas in need of repairs. Learn how much a home inspection costs and which factors affect the overall price of an inspection.

Trying to determine how to pay off your mortgage faster? Here are a few ways that you can chip away at the amount you owe to pay off your mortgage sooner.

The real estate pros talk about the most common mistakes sellers make when listing their homes—and how you can avoid them.

A few things to consider about what mortgage prepayment means for your finances and liquidity.

Destinations for great wintertime getaways. Whether you prefer snowshoes or pool floats, there’s a spot for you.

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View our in-depth resources on the ins and outs of buying and selling properties, financing or appraising a home, and real estate trends in recent years.

There are many companies that offer home security products, making it a challenge to determine which is the best company to purchase from. House Method has researched CPI security to help you with your decision.

From smart thermostats to intricate home security systems, there are plenty of options when it comes to creating a smart home. In this guide to smart homes, we’ll show you the advantages to adding these features to your home.

Don't install a home alarm system until you've read our Vivint alarm guide. Learn the cost of Vivint alarm, as well as which packages offer the best production.

Today’s home security systems are different from the clunky old burglar alarms many of us grew up with.

Compared to other home security systems, Vivint came out on top. Read our reviews of their home security packages to see why.

The Vivint Sky system “learns” how you live by monitoring devices and sensors and uses artificial intelligence to make smart suggestions—like shutting that garage door you forgot to close when you rushed out this morning.

With high-quality security services and home automation services, Vivint’s home security system is connected through a 100% wireless connection and includes professional installation and 24/7 monitoring.

When choosing the right smart home security system, I sorted through a lot of factors: quality, pricing, customizability, customer service, installation process, and contract terms. Vivint was one of the many systems I tested.

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Learn how to protect your home with specialized home safety products and tips on how to make your home as secure as possible.