Citing the toll of leaking roofs and broken furnaces, the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development has launched a short‑window WholeHome Critical Home Repairs program that will award ...

On Tuesday, Dec. 2, Clarkson met with executive director Rachel Nelson on "The Kelly Clarkson Show" and surprised Nelson with $1,000, courtesy of Pilot Pen PLUS, and $10,000, courtesy of Clarkson.

Tariffs are driving up prices, but that’s only part of the story — aging cars, complex technology, and a worker shortage are all fueling record repair bills. Repair costs are climbing at record speed.

If your car’s feeling or sounding like it could do with some R&R on a shop lift, you better brace yourself. The reason is that the cost of repairs in the U.S. is accelerating faster than a runaway EV.

The cost of car repairs in America is increasing due to several industry factors. Soon, the cost of buying a used and new car could skyrocket because of some of the same factors. Car repair costs are ...

71% of homeowners postponed home repairs in 2025, citing financial strain and inflation. Nearly half believe their home's safety has been compromised due to delays in maintenance. Lack of insurance ...

The cost of the average car repair has increased in 2025. According to a study by Bankrate.com, American drivers will spend thousands of dollars in ownership costs. Car maintenance may be tedious, but ...

The joys of homeownership are numerous, from providing comfort for you and your family to building up equity in your financial profile. If you are a new homeowner, it is important to be ready to ...

Peter Mui, founder of Fixit Clinic, describes his repair work as a hobby that’s gotten out of control. What started as a tool share in Berkeley, California, has turned into a volunteer-run group that ...

Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...

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