Move over marshmallows—it’s time to roast some cheese. Cheese: -lvinst-; Campfire: Botina Inna / Getty Images | Design: Better Homes & Gardens It's official: We've made it to sweet, sweet s'mores season. Except this year, they're not so sweet.The evenings are finally getting chilly enough to warrant a fire, but it's not so cold that you need an indoor escape. And while the classic s'more...

This decor trend will have you foraging for mushroom-inspired Halloween pieces. Jason Donnelly Mushrooms have been sprouting up everywhere in home decor and fashion this year, and the experts say the trend is creeping into Halloween decor, too. According to Dayna Isom Johnson, Etsy’s trend expert, this fungi fad stems from a longing for design elements rooted in the natural world.“With the...

Find out exactly when to cut back peonies and how to do it properly to benefit next year’s blooms. Bob Stefko Herbaceous peonies (Paeonia lactiflora) are among the easiest flowering plants to grow. One key to success is knowing when to cut back peonies and how to properly make your cuts. These perennials produce new growth from the plant's crown in spring, which dies back to the ground after a...

At the National Association for Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) L’Atitude conference on Friday, an AI expert showcased AI use cases for agents using tech tools that have improved by leaps and bounds this year — even in the last few days. I’ve interviewed AI experts for the last year, helped create our AI Summit, attended the FHFA’s TechSprint focused on AI and read about it daily. And I...

Optimism is a prerequisite for success as a salesperson, and real estate professionals have it in spades. At the Tom Ferry event last month and at the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) going on right now, this attribute is on display everywhere. Speakers are motivated and motivating, focused on what real estate professionals can control in a crazy housing market....

If you’re still adding pops of color to your space, it’s probably time to stop. Helen Norman Defining something as an “ick” is a highly-personal experience—we all have our opinions on what we absolutely cannot stand. One person may love raw oysters, while another can’t stomach the idea of tossing one down their throat. Some people inhale the scent of lavender with joy, while others are...

Pair them with tights and boots for the perfect chilly-weather ensemble. Better Homes & Gardens / Jaclyn Mastropasqua When the weather starts to turn and you need a cute yet cozy wardrobe option, a comfy fall dress is the answer. Classic silhouettes in a solid color are always a good choice, but it’s also fun to shake things up with a plaid tunic or ruffled maxi. The good news is you...

Follow these tips to keep your cukes nice and crisp. Getty Images / Bloomberg Creative Of all the many types of cucumbers, English cucumbers have earned a recurring spot on our grocery list. Also known as seedless, burpless, or hothouse cucumbers, English cucumbers are distinct from classic pickling or slicing cucumbers in a few ways. They’re long and narrow—sometimes even twice as long as the...

After receiving a mixed response from shoppers, the decision might not be final. artran / Getty Images There are so many things to love about Costco, from the $5 rotisserie chickens to the incomparable deals to the food court hacks. So when any change occurs at the retailer, it's natural to wonder: Why ruin a good thing? One staple item seems to have gone through a suspicious alteration and fans...

Baking soda is a tried-and-true favorite when it comes to cleaning hacks, but you should probably keep it away from your bed. Brie Goldman  This year’s infamous "Sunday Reset" trend has become a pillar of the #cleantok community. Along with doing the dishes and swapping out sheets, creators have made it part of their pre-week routine to post a video of how they do their cleaning reset.Everyone...