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Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

How to Clean Silver Jewelry So It Shines

To make your silver rings, bracelets, and necklaces sparkle, here's how to clean silver jewelry the right way. Plus, how to store silver jewelry to prevent tarnish.

How to Avoid Dining at a Tourist Trap

How to Carry Concealed In a Purse (If You Must)

Many self-defense experts eschew off-body carry. But that's not always practical.

10 Things Food Banks Need But Won't Ask For

Some items are in high demand at the food bank and you may not realize it. Because they aren't essentials, the staff doesn't publicly ask for them.

Why Fertility Treatments Aren’t Covered for Veterans

The U.S. government will help active-duty soldiers with the cost of IVF, but those who have left the military don’t have the same benefit—even when combat injuries make it impossible to have kids otherwise.

How Police Are Watching You on Social Media

How does law enforcement use Twitter, Facebook, and other forms of social media to keep tabs on people? Documents from Chicago's Cook County Sheriff’s Office reveal a few of their surveillance techniques.

Why Military Veterans Benefit From Apartment Living

Find out how military veterans and active duty service members benefit from the flexibility, affordability, and community aspect of apartment living.

These 7 myths about buying a home are overdue for correction

Myths and misconceptions can prevent potential homeowners from exploring their options.

21 Photos That Prove Real Estate Is Like a Box of Chocolates

These real estate agents had seen it all, but they didn't expect this...

All Things Real Estate: Smalls claims court or HOA a remedy for urinating dog

Q: We have a problem with a dog that’s urinating off the balcony of the fourth-floor unit above us and onto our unit on the first floor. We’ve asked our homeowners’ association for help but they have done nothing. We have pictures, videos and have seen the dog doing it with our own eyes. This

List of 10 of the Best Real Estate Investing Podcasts

Here are 10 of our favorites that focus on a variety of topics and experience levels for real estate investing.

X-Rated Typos Pop Up In Real Estate Property Listings

Real estate agents are being dragged for their X-rated typos in these listings.

Uganda: She Quit Real Estate to Grow Bamboo

Inspired by reading and watching news on climate change, Divine Nabaweesi quit being a real estate agent to start a social enterprise business of Bamboo growing.

16 Questions to Ask When Hiring a Real Estate Agent

Buying and/or selling a home, for most people, is one of the biggest financial, personal, and life-changing decisions they will ever make. That's why it's so important that before selecting a real estate agent, you take a few minutes to research and find the person who best suits your needs. And while you might find...

Haunted (Open) Houses: Real-Life Ghost Stories From Real Estate Pros

We're bringing you three crazy (and true) spooky stories from real estate agents across the country. Read at your own peril-preferably with the lights on.

After a stroke, a young real estate agent strives get her career back

In the fall of 2011, Jessica Hunt was working for a boutique real estate firm in Cambridge, Mass., where she'd moved to be with her fiance, when a blood clot lodged in the left side of her brain, causing a stroke. She was 26 years old. A year-and-a-half and two surgeries later, Hunt had a strong desire to become a productive real estate agent again. She joined Coldwell Banker Residential Properties in Cambridge in April, but has yet to land a client. One…