As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate journalist working with notable publications such..

Tornadoes are among the most dangerous natural disasters—and you usually have very little notice about where or when they might strike. In 2024, the United States recorded nearly 1,800 tornadoes, the second highest number since record keeping began.

Ideally, you’d have weeks or days to prepare for an extreme weather. But the reality is, especially with floods, wildfires, and tornadoes, things change quickly. That’s why it’s critical to plan in advance to know where you will get reliable ...

Nobody enjoys interviews. That’s the long and the short of it. Whether you’re a new graduate who doesn’t know what to expect, a career changer looking for something new, or have been out of work for a while, interviews can feel nerve-wracking and ...

Preparing your child for surgery can be a stressful time for you both. Working with your healthcare team, you can help make this scary time a little less frightening by addressing your child’s emotional, psychological, and practical needs. When your ...

Interviewing is an inevitable part of the job search! Interviews allow candidates to present their best skills, values and qualifications for a position. Many hiring processes are comprised of a few different rounds of interviews—your initial interview ...

Here's what you need to keep in your car to be prepared to drive in dangerous winter conditions. Do we need self-help anymore in the age of AI? I tried a chatbot to find out.