People & Places

Chip and Joanna Gaines’s new TV network is sure to be a hit among home improvement buffs. Here are the shows—and the personalities—we’re dying to see in 2022.

Make a houseboat your main digs or your home away from home in one of these liveaboard-friendly towns.

The number of home improvement loans across the U.S. increased, with some states far outpacing the rest of the country.

Reminiscing about Tim Allen’s Home Improvement—here’s another chance to watch us competing in the now-classic “Great Lawn Mower Race.”

This country is filled with inspiring sights, record-breaking happenings, and talented DIYers who do amazing (okay, occasionally weird!) things to put their town on the map. From the hottest time you’ll ever have to the biggest baseball bat you wouldn’t want to bunt with, check out our top picks!

Step virtually into these sites that went from loaded to lonely. Life is full of ups and downs, especially economically—important to keep in mind when the world’s financial future seems uncertain. In fact, American history has its share of places that rose quickly to prosperity and then, about as fast, went broke.

From carefree California wine country to the bustling Eastern Seaboard, these 10 swoon-worthy towns and their dreamy attractions are sure to make you and that special someone fall in love all over again.

If you’re hitting the road this summer, try to work one of these fun factory tours into your itinerary. There’s something on this list for everyone, from airplane enthusiasts to whiskey connoisseurs.

Downtowns across the United States are booming. What’s behind the resurgence? Probably some of the same factors that have contributed to the growth of these 16 city centers.

If you’re of a certain age and leaning toward relocation, consider these states where retirees enjoy reasonable cost of living, low crime rate, and higher life expectancy among other plusses.