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Video: Brighten up your space with color
Wednesday, July 28, 2010 8:42:18 AM CST
Design expert Susanna Salk shows how pops of color can affect space and mood in your home. (Today Show)
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Video: Liven up your living room with color
Wednesday, July 21, 2010 7:19:13 AM CST
Don’t be afraid of bright, bold, beautiful colors. Design expert Nate Berkus shows how pops of color can freshen up any room, without major home renovations. (Today Show)
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Video: ‘House Beautiful’s’ Kitchen of the Year
Monday, July 19, 2010 7:57:07 AM CST
Bravo’s Jeff Lewis, host of “Flipping Out,” takes TODAY’s Al Roker on a tour of the award-winning kitchen he designed for the publication House Beautiful. (Today Show)
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Video: Preparing for a power outage
Friday, July 16, 2010 8:46:06 AM CST
Lou Manfredini, host of the syndicated show “House Smarts,” shares a plan for what you need to make sure all systems in your home are a go. (Today Show)
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Video: Great, affordable homes for sale
Friday, July 16, 2010 8:38:39 AM CST
Real estate expert Barbara Corcoran shows TODAY’s Al Roker what you can buy for $140,000 to $500,000. (Today Show)
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Video: Fix anything… with tape?
Thursday, July 15, 2010 9:56:02 AM CST
From keeping the fizz in opened champagne to fixing high-heel pain and sagging flowers, lifestyle guru Laurin Sydney has amazing ways to get yourself out of an array of sticky situations with plain old Scotch tape. (Today Show)
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Video: Make your garden the talk of the town
Wednesday, July 14, 2010 8:03:20 AM CST
Bored with the same old petunias? Want something different and unusual to perk up your yard? Garden expert P. Allen Smith shares spectacular ideas for incorporating funky flowers and fantastic foliage into your garden. (Today Show)
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Video: Hot gifts for hosts
Wednesday, July 14, 2010 10:22:06 AM CST
Heading to a backyard soiree or barbecue? Any host or hostess is sure to be delighted with these charming and imaginative gift ideas from Real Simple’s Sarah Humphreys. (Today Show)
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Video: Reviving your lawn
Saturday, July 24, 2010 10:01:34 AM CST
Just because you grass is brown, doesn’t mean its dead. The Home Depot’s David White says that it could mean your lawn has just gone dormant to protect itself from the heat and lack of water. He offers several tips for bringing the green back to your grass. (Today Show)
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Video: Six scary backyard health risks exposed
Monday, July 12, 2010 8:03:46 AM CST
From toxic plants to pesticides and warped decks, Prevention magazine’s Courtenay Smith takes a look at some of the perils right in your own backyard. (Today Show)
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Video: Wet and wild homes for sale
Friday, July 9, 2010 8:07:07 AM CST
Real estate expert Barbara Corcoran shows property listings that showcase spectacular water features and views. (Today Show)
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Video: How to extinguish a kitchen fire
Tuesday, July 6, 2010 6:59:21 AM CST
Janice Lieberman, of Reader’s Digest, and fire-safety expert Ryan O’Donnell show you how to properly squelch out-of-control stove-top and oven flames. (Today Show)
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Video: Pee-ewww! Tackling household odors
Monday, June 28, 2010 7:58:15 AM CST
From the kitchen to the bathroom and all the stinky places in between, Elizabeth Mayhew of Woman’s Day magazine shares easy and affordable ways to freshen up your home. (Today Show)
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Video: Beat the heat! Keep cool during summer
Friday, June 25, 2010 6:37:54 AM CST
LXTV’s George Oliphant, lifestyle expert Robyn Moreno, TODAYmoms.com’s toy expert Elizabeth Werner and author Kim Haasarud have tips, gadgets, drinks and toys to help keep cool in those blistering summer months. (Today Show)
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Video: Small home style tips have big impacts
Wednesday, June 23, 2010 8:06:08 AM CST
Interior designer Elaine Griffin says seasonal decorating isn’t just for Christmas, and offers affordable tips for sprucing up your home this summer. (TODAY Show)
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Video: Safe fun in your own backyard
Tuesday, June 22, 2010 7:44:31 AM CST
From pool alarms to bug zappers and outdoor lights, Lou Manfredini, host of TV’s “House Smarts,” shows off handy gadgets that put summer safety first. (Today Show)
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Video: Perfect backyard-party paper goods
Wednesday, June 16, 2010 8:18:13 AM CST
Elizabeth Mayhew, of Woman’s Day magazine, shows how you can have fun with paper plates at your next barbecue. (Today Show)
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Video: Kitchen fire extinguishers put to the test
Monday, June 14, 2010 6:06:57 AM CST
There are many home fire extinguishers on the market, but which ones are easy to use and which fall short? Janice Lieberman of Reader’s Digest reveals which extinguishers excelled and which fizzled. (Today Show)
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Video: Garage garbage crafted into goodies
Tuesday, June 8, 2010 9:28:43 AM CST
Want to turn your old skirt into a throw pillow? Or make that old goblet work as a chic candle? Let Kris Connell, of Sunset magazine, show you how. (TODAY Show)
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Video: Be ready for any home emergency
Saturday, June 5, 2010 10:32:57 AM CST
A recent American Red Cross survey revealed that 2 in 3 Americans have encountered at least one common summer emergency, such as a broken bone or sprained ankle, a serious insect bite, heat stroke or seeing someone choke. A team of experts offers invaluable information about what to do in these all too common emergency situations this summer. (Today Show)
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Video: ‘Desperate landscape’ transformed
Monday, June 7, 2010 8:00:27 AM CST
Jason Cameron, host of DIY network's "Desperate Landscapes," shows off his backyard makeover for winning couple Marni Ratzel and Kevin Richards. (Today Show)
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Maytag recalls 1.7 million dishwashers
Thursday, June 3, 2010 5:20:16 AM CST
Maytag Corp. is recalling about 1.7 million dishwashers because of a fire hazard. The Consumer Product Safety Commission said the company has received 12 reports of electrical failures in the dishwasher heating element that led to fires and damage.
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How to make your home injury-proof
Wednesday, June 2, 2010 2:32:25 PM CST
Home safe home? Don't count on it. Turns out, our homes and yards are hotbeds for injury. Fix up your house of pain with this easy guide from SELF magazine.
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Video: Add pizzazz to your porch
Thursday, June 3, 2010 8:47:12 AM CST
Make everyone on your block jealous! Style expert Susanna Salk shares budget-conscious decorating ideas that can transform your home’s outdoor space. (TODAY Show)
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Video: Have a cool summer with these fun finds
Thursday, June 3, 2010 8:52:16 AM CST
Us Weekly’s Jill Martin shows off an array of exciting products that are sure to keep you and your family happy this summer, including a home DJ mixer and candles for a good cause. (Today Show)
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Open House: Millionaire getaway homes
Wednesday, June 2, 2010 5:55:01 AM CST
Open House: These vacation homes are fit for millionaires.
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Video: Avoid decorating disasters online
Wednesday, June 2, 2010 8:26:08 AM CST
Designers are now offering their stylish services via e-mail to help customers save time and money. Interior designer Betsy Burnham and Janice Lieberman, of Reader’s Digest, offer advice. (Today Show)
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Video: Keep your memories organized
Friday, May 28, 2010 8:51:33 AM CST
Yahoo’s Heather Cabot shows new ways to digitally organize and share all the wonderful photos and videos you will take of your family this summer. (Today Show)
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Video: TODAY wedding couple gets bedroom makeover
Thursday, May 27, 2010 6:27:29 AM CST
See how design expert Nate Berkus transformed Jessica and Cody Helgeson’s boring, unfinished bedroom into a stylish and sleek new space. (Today Show)
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Tips to clean your summer outdoor sanctuary
Monday, May 24, 2010 6:46:49 AM CST
Our backyards, decks and patios are beckoning we join them for some R&R with family and friends. So how can you get your outdoor space in good enough shape for summer with minimal fuss? Let me give you some tips!
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GE coffee maker recalled due to fire hazard
Thursday, May 20, 2010 6:15:30 AM CST
Nearly 1 million General Electric coffee makers sold at Walmart are being recalled after dozens of reports of overheating, smoking, burning and fires.
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Video: Learn how to clean like a man
Friday, May 21, 2010 8:14:22 AM CST
No need to call Mr. Clean! Elizabeth Mayhew, of Women’s Day magazine, shares the best cleaning tips and techniques learned from men. (Today Show)
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Video: Spruce up your kitchen with countertops
Thursday, May 13, 2010 8:29:00 AM CST
From granite to quartz and laminate, Elaine Griffin, of Better Homes and Gardens, explains which options will best suit your style and budget. (Today Show)
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Video: Tips for a successful tag sale
Thursday, May 13, 2010 8:30:44 AM CST
Elizabeth Mayhew, of Woman’s Day magazine, shows how you can get rid of the stuff you don’t use with a neighborhood yard sale. (Today Show)
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Video: Give your outdoor gear an upgrade
Tuesday, May 4, 2010 8:16:43 AM CST
Deborah Snoonian, of This Old House magazine, shares fun, creative and budget-friendly ways to spruce up your garden. (Today Show)
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Video: England’s stately homes are crumbling
Friday, May 7, 2010 6:07:11 AM CST
The grandeur of England’s historic houses used to reflect the power and wealth of those who built them. But as NBC’s Dawna Friesen reports, falling incomes, rising taxes, divorce settlements and massive repair costs have left some of these homes threatened. (Today Show)
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Video: Spruce up and save with home restorations
Thursday, April 29, 2010 9:10:47 AM CST
Has your countertop lost its sheen? Is your deck worn out? “House Smarts” host Lou Manfredini shows you affordable ways to make home repairs. (Today Show)
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Video: Turn junk-drawer finds into fashion statements
Thursday, April 29, 2010 9:08:10 AM CST
TODAY style editor Bobbie Thomas shares DIY tips for turning an old toothbrush into a bangle bracelet and customizing flip-flops with broken jewelry. (Today Show)
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Video: Container gardens: Easy and fun!
Saturday, May 8, 2010 11:15:27 AM CST
Want an easy and economical way to add color to your landscape and take advantage of limited space? A container garden is really any plant/flower that you plant in a container, whether it's a planter or hanging basket. The Home Depot’s David White offers ideas for setting up your own. (Today Show)
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Video: Make room for baby
Friday, April 23, 2010 8:00:36 AM CST
LXTV’s George Oliphant has tips on how to turn a spare room into a baby’s room that’s both safe and beautiful. (Today Show)
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Video: Keep your furniture looking new
Wednesday, April 21, 2010 6:57:16 AM CST
From removing stains on upholstery to concealing scratches on wood, Janice Lieberman of Reader’s Digest magazine has simple tips for how to keep your furniture looking showroom-new. (Today Show)
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Video: Fresh herbs at your fingertips
Friday, April 16, 2010 8:35:06 AM CST
Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme! Gardening expert P. Allen Smith shows you how easy it is to plant your own herb garden. (Today Show)
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Video: Budget bathroom makeovers
Friday, April 9, 2010 9:29:15 AM CST
Frank Fontana, host of HGTV’s “Design on a Dime,” shares creative and simple tricks you can use to give your loo a lift without breaking the bank. (Today Show)
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Video: Paula Deen’s take on stylish Southern living
Wednesday, April 7, 2010 8:49:38 AM CST
Celebrity chef Paula Deen puts down the butter and picks up the swatches in her new book, “Paula Deen’s Savannah Style.” She and co-author Brandon Branch show TODAY’s Al Roker simple decorating ideas. (Today Show)
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Video: Conquer your chores with regular old salt
Tuesday, April 6, 2010 9:20:39 AM CST
Want to eliminate the odor in your sneakers? Do you struggle to get your pans squeaky-clean? Lifestyle expert Laurin Sydney shows how salt can be a versatile, inexpensive problem-solver around your home. (Today Show)
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Video: Plan a party in a flash
Monday, April 5, 2010 8:57:49 AM CST
From décor, drinks and all the little details, catering guru Lulu Powers shows you how to create the perfect soiree in five minutes. (Today Show)
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Video: Be your own handywoman
Friday, April 2, 2010 8:15:24 AM CST
Elizabeth Mayhew, of Woman's Day magazine, shows you how to tackle home repairs yourself. (Today Show)
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Video: Fun cures for rainy-day boredom
Thursday, April 1, 2010 7:17:34 AM CST
Toy expert Elizabeth Werner shows TODAY’s Ann Curry indoor toys and activities sure to keep kids engaged during a downpour. (Today Show)
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Video: Colorful tips to liven up your living space
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 9:11:37 AM CST
InStyle’s Lisa Arbetter shows you how you can incorporate some of this season’s rich and punchy colors into your home decor. (Today Show)
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Video: Getting crafty with Martha
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 7:18:39 AM CST
Domestic guru Martha Stewart shows you how to create your own simple and spectacular handmade goods as illustrated in her new book, “Martha Stewart’s Encyclopedia of Sewing and Fabric Crafts.” (Today Show)
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Video: ‘Upcycling’ transforms trash into treasure
Tuesday, March 30, 2010 9:56:42 AM CST
Lifestyle expert Danny Seo shares innovative and creative ways for reinventing items that you thought were throwaways. (Today Show)
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Video: Green gadgets help save planet and money
Monday, March 29, 2010 9:09:46 AM CST
Steve Greenberg, author of “Gadget Nation: A Journey Through the Eccentric World of Invention,” shows TODAY’s Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb an array of eco-friendly products that can ultimately help you save cash. (Today Show)
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Video: 15-minute home fix-ups
Thursday, March 4, 2010 9:49:12 AM CST
Lou Manfredini, host of TV’s “House Smarts,” shows TODAY’s Al Roker quick solutions for repairing common household problems. (Today Show)
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Video: Rubber ‘yuckies’ harbor secret filth
Wednesday, March 3, 2010 7:27:40 AM CST
Bath toys like rubber ducks may look like good, clean fun for kids, but on the inside they are a breeding ground for germs. TODAY’s Amy Robach reports. (Today Show)
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Slideshow: Slideshow: Miniature metropolis
Thursday, February 11, 2010 7:41:27 AM CST
Photographer Michael Paul Smith combines miniature models with real backgrounds to re-create the town he grew up in.
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Video: Interior design 101
Monday, March 1, 2010 9:25:56 AM CST
iVillage’s Susanna Salk shares tips for designing and decorating a room with TODAY’s Natalie Morales. (Today Show)
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Is that staph on your sweater? 10 germ hideouts
Thursday, January 28, 2010 9:53:31 AM CST
Even the tidiest homes can harbor unwelcome germs — in toothbrushes, wet laundry and cutting boards, for example. Here, Health magazine ranks the 10 germiest places in your home and reveals the best way to stop your house from getting you sick.
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Cut clutter! Creative ways to organize accessories
Thursday, January 14, 2010 11:32:28 AM CST
A dreary winter weekend is the perfect time to organize your jewelry and other trinkets. TODAY Style editor Bobbie Thomas explains how containers and display cases can easily be made from unexpected objects.
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Design, don’t divorce: How couples co-decorate
Monday, January 25, 2010 1:50:14 PM CST
When faced with designing or redecorating a home, men used to just groan and moan and go along. But now men want a voice in decorating a shared space — and sometimes conflicts erupt when design concepts clash.
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Want a home that’s fungus-free? Here’s help
Wednesday, January 13, 2010 12:22:15 PM CST
Mold and mildew have reached celebrity status as sometimes toxic enemies that can wreak havoc on your home and your health. So what can you do to keep these uninvited guests out of your house? Author and "Accidental Housewife" Julie Edelman shares advice to help you “whack the mold.”
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Video: Tips for organizing everything
Tuesday, January 26, 2010 10:43:48 AM CST
Jan. 26: Us Weekly’s Jill Martin shows TODAY’s Kathie Lee Gifford and guest co-host Sharon Osbourne products that can help you get your life in order. (Today Show)
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Video: The healing power of plants
Friday, January 22, 2010 10:02:25 AM CST
Jan. 22: P. Allen Smith, author of "Bringing the Garden Indoors,” shows TODAY’s Ann Curry ways to improve your health with plants and herbs (Today Show)
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Video: Ridding your home of mold and mildew
Wednesday, January 13, 2010 11:56:39 AM CST
Julie Edelman, author of "The Ultimate Accidental Housewife: Your Guide to a Clean-Enough House," shows TODAY's Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb how to combat mold and mildew growth in your home. (Today Show)
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Video: Expert on dangers in plastics
Wednesday, January 20, 2010 11:04:51 AM CST
Jan. 20: Toxicologist Urvashi Rangan speaks with TODAY’s Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb about the possible hidden dangers in plastics, and steps you can take to prevent potential contamination (Today Show)
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Video: Handy 15-minute home fixes
Friday, January 15, 2010 9:37:38 AM CST
Got a leaky toilet? Or a hole in a wall? TV host Lou Manfredini shows TODAY’s Matt Lauer how to properly make quick home repairs. (Today Show)
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50 million shades recalled for strangulation risk
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:10:53 PM CST
Government safety regulators and the window-covering industry have recalled all Roman shades and roll-up blinds in homes with small children. The concern is that a child can easily become entangled in the cords and strangle to death.
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Video: Solve your decorating dilemmas
Wednesday, January 13, 2010 10:34:52 AM CST
Jan. 13: If your whole house is giving you nightmares, it’s time to make a few upgrades around your home. iVillage’s Susanna Salk shows some simple tricks of the trade that can give your home a more modern look. (Today Show)
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Video: Basement goes from bleak to chic
Thursday, January 7, 2010 9:22:24 AM CST
Jan. 7: LX.TV’s George Oliphant shows TODAY's Al Roker how to transform a wasted ground-floor space into a functioning family room. (Today Show)
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Don’t dump your old stuff — donate it!
Friday, November 27, 2009 9:55:43 AM CST
Before you haul your random clutter to the dump, find out if there’s a greener way to get rid of it. Find out which organizations will take all that junk — everything from old TVs to non-prescription sunglasses — and recycle it or give it to those in need.
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Homeowners’ smart guide to loan modification
Wednesday, December 2, 2009 3:11:24 PM CST
Many borrowers complain it’s hard to get a permanent loan modification and others say the Obama administration’s Making Home Affordable program doesn’t help unemployed homeowners. Real estate expert Barbara Corcoran explains the problems — and the solutions.
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Video: What your decorator isn’t telling you
Monday, December 14, 2009 8:51:05 AM CST
Dec. 14: If you’re looking to give your home an updated look this year but aren’t quite sure what you’re doing, you first need to learn the rules of the road. Interior designer Elaine Griffin has design rules that will give your home a professional look. (Today Show)
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ConsumerMan: Clean clothes, stinky problem
Thursday, November 19, 2009 2:08:27 PM CST
When you buy a new washing machine, you don’t expect it to stink up your house. But that seems to be a common problem for people who own high-efficiency front-loading washers.
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Video: Simple ways to live green
Friday, November 20, 2009 8:32:36 AM CST
Nov. 20: Author Thomas Kostigen talks to TODAY’s Ann Curry about simple switches that every family can do to make your home more environmentally friendly. (Today Show)
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Video: Beware of hidden home dangers
Monday, November 16, 2009 7:08:39 AM CST
Nov. 16: With the help of a home safety expert, consumer reporter Janice Lieberman looks at some of the hazards in your home that you may not even know about. (Today Show)
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Video: Easy tricks to spruce up your kitchen
Tuesday, November 17, 2009 10:04:28 AM CST
Nov. 17: HGTV's Frank Fontana shows the TODAY hosts simple and inexpensive solutions that can give your kitchen an updated look. (Today Show)
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1M window covers recalled for risks to children
Tuesday, October 27, 2009 3:19:44 PM CST
Close to 1 million roller blinds and Roman shades sold by IKEA, Bed Bath & Beyond and Hanover Direct are being recalled for posing a serious strangulation risk to small children.
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14 fast fixes to help your home sell
Tuesday, November 10, 2009 9:44:45 AM CST
Before you call an agent, make sure your house is the best in its class. Real estate expert Barbara Corcoran offers ideas for cheap fixes — from replacing your mailbox to painting your walls white — that deliver big returns.