Sa'iyda Shabazz is a freelance writer who lives in Los Angeles. She mostly writes about the intersections of race, sexuality, class, gender and parenting, as well as other lifestyle topics. Her work ...

Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...

Once you become a homeowner, your expenses don’t stop at your monthly mortgage and utility bills. You’ll also need to cover home maintenance and repairs, too — and the latter aren’t easy to predict.