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According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the economy added 559,000 jobs in May, reducing the national unemployment rate to 5.8 percent. Notable job gains happened in public and private education, hospitality and health care. Take a deeper dive …

Pets require a lot of work—feeding, walks, vet visits and grooming. Thumbtack found the average cost for pet grooming in 2021 was between $60 and $90 a visit. Pet owners who want to save money in their pet care budgets …

The kitchen is the heart of many homes, a hub of activity and central spot for cooking, dining, spending time with family and even working. Kitchens can also be a retreat for our four-legged family members when pet owners add …

While the pandemic has caused major disruptions, it’s also led to a boom in the lawn and garden industry, as consumers turned to outdoor spaces as places of sanctuary and spent money meant for travel and other activities on their …

Over the past year, our homes have become a jack-of-all-trades—a place where we live, work, go to school, workout and even relax. While nearly any room in the house can become a relaxing sanctuary, the 2020 Houzz Bathroom Trends Study …

While most DIYers won’t ever need a full arsenal of hand and power tools, even the least handy homeowners can benefit from keeping a few staple tools on hand. Consider merchandising these products together as a “must-have kit” to encourage …

Building materials marketing firm Venveo and market research firm The Farnsworth Group are releasing new data highlighting how DIY purchase behaviors have changed in the past year. After surveying nearly 1,000 DIYers, the insight into DIY purchasing and shopping preferences …

Providing another way for us to enjoy our backyards, outdoor kitchens have become a hot renovation project in the past year. The National Kitchen and Bath Association surveyed designers, manufacturers, retailers, distributors and allied professionals and found that 76 percent …