The to-do list before heading out of town almost–almost–makes you want to just stay home–but there’s a good reason for making sure appliances are unplugged, lights are off, and mail is stopped. That ...

DEAR HELOISE: Joyce M., in Fayetteville, Tennessee, had a good idea about shutting off the water if you are going to be away from your home for an extended period of time. An easier way to do this is ...

One more thing to add to the list before heading out of town. The to-do list before heading out of town almost–almost–makes you want to just stay home–but there’s a good reason for making sure ...