The to-do list before heading out of town almost–almost–makes you want to just stay home–but there’s a good reason for making sure appliances are unplugged, lights are off, and mail is stopped. That ...

Don't forget this key task to prevent leaks or unexpected water damage. If someone checks the house regularly or it's summer, it's not necessary to shut off the water. For long-term trips or during ...

Spoiler: yes, you should. But here's why! When I was younger, I remember my dad used to always turn off our home internet and unplug everything from the outlets when we were going on vacation. No ...