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 ...

Stacy is a journalist and content creator with six years of experience writing about home improvement topics. Besides Forbes Home she has contributed her work and expertise to publications such as ...

Roaches are significant health hazards, transmitting diseases like salmonellosis, gastroenteritis, E. coli, and staphylococcus infections. They also trigger allergies and asthma through airborne ...

There are thousands of cockroach species, but only a few are common in the U.S. Bug experts say they dwell in sewers, kitchen garbage bins and decaying areas. They can contaminate food prep areas due ...