Virginia K. Smith

We've got tips for backyards, roofdecks, and even in-ground pools.

Plus, Uber may have been sneakily overcharging riders for years.

Do you really want to fold up your Murphy bed every day? Are they easy to put away? And most importantly for your day-to-day, are they comfortable?

Plus, the Kushners are trying to evict a beloved Williamsburg cafe.

If you're heading out of town for summer vacation, it can feel like enough of an effort to make sure you're packed, have your tickets at the ready, and didn't leave any major crises behind at work. But if you're asking someone to stop in and keep an eye on your apartment or pet while you're gone, you'll need to do more than just hand over the keys (or leash).

Putting in a window unit would mean blocking your only safe exit in the event of a fire.