Buying With Help: If They Pay, Do They Get a Say?

By: FOXmls.com

Published: January 15, 2013

The high cost of education, poor job prospects and rising prices in many housing markets mean more young prospective home buyers are turning to their families for help to buy their first home.

Cucumber Pork

Cucumber Pork

A fresh and tasty dish after holiday excesses!

Serves 4

• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 green onions, white parts cut into 1/4-inch lengths
• 3/4-pound pork sirloin cutlets cut into 1/4-inch strips
• 16 snow peas
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons beef broth
• 1 large cucumber, peeled, seeded and cut into 2-inch strips

Directions:

Mars and Venus Weigh In on Home Buying

By: FOXmls.com

Published: December 30, 2012

John Gray's "Men are from Mars; women are from Venus" mentality may apply to far more than communication styles, conflict resolution and acts of love. Turns out, there may be differences between the genders when it comes to purchasing a home.

Resolution Woes? Get Inspired Here

By: FOXmls.com

Published: December 25, 2012

Each new year means making a list of the same old resolutions. And never looking at the list again. Perhaps considering traditions in other countries may help inspire you to follow through on some of those oh-so-familiar resolutions.

Boomers Want to Be Boss Before Finally Retiring

By: FOXmls.com

Published: December 20, 2012

It's never too late to pave the path you want for yourself - and many baby boomers are taking this to heart when it comes to working beyond retirement.

Homeowner Spending to Boost Economy in 2013

By: FOXmls.com

Published: December 15, 2012

After a downturn in spending on home renovations, homeowners across North America have once again been bitten by the renovation bug. And this bodes well for the economy as a whole in 2013.

Artichokes Stuffed with Brie

Artichokes Stuffed with Brie

Serves four as an appetizer for holiday dinner parties.

Serves 4

• 4 large artichokes
• 8 ounces Brie
• 4 tablespoons chopped shallots
• 2 cups dry white wine
• 1 stick of butter cut in cubes
• 8 ounces whole grain mustard
• 4 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 4 tablespoons lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

How To Earn A Rebate When Buying A Home

By: FOXmls.com

Published: December 1, 2012

When a property is listed for sale with a real estate agent ("Listing Agent"), the Listing Agent historically offers a 3.0% commission to the real estate agent ("Buyer's Agent") who procures the buyer.

Impress Buyers:Feng Shui Brings Harmony Home

By: FOXmls.com

Published: November 30, 2012

Want to infuse your home with energy to make it attractive to buyers? Why not consider feng shui - an ancient Chinese science that focuses on creating harmony and maintaining balance so energy flows well through your house.

Deep Six the Eight-Glass Myth

By: FOXmls.com

Published: November 25, 2012

Your mother always told you to drink eight glasses of water a day. Now it seems she's wrong.