For years, open concept floor plans ruled new-build design, and tearing down walls topped almost every renovation wish list. But now, closed floor plans—once considered dated—are making a stylish ...

Buying a house can be a confusing experience. From the moment you decide you want a specific property, things begin to move really quickly. You’re bombarded by information, questions, so it’s little ...

Rick Broida is the author of numerous books and thousands of reviews, features and blog posts. He writes CNET's popular Cheapskate blog and co-hosts Protocol 1: A Travelers Podcast (about the TV show ...