Bob Vila The 15 Worst Invasive Plants in America PLUS $3,000 Healthy Water Healthy Home Giveaway Continues!

Many of the most invasive plant species thriving in the United States came from elsewhere—mostly Europe and Asia. While they are often beautiful, these plants spread rapidly in an environment that has not evolved to keep its growth in balance. If left unchecked, invasive species can create devastating changes to both landscapes and ecosystems. Make sure you’re doing your part by not planting any of the species on this list. 

Just as when you get married, you're marrying an entire family, when you buy a house, you are buying into a whole neighborhood. What you thought was your dream home can quickly turn into a nightmare if the neighborhood presents unforeseen drawbacks, challenges, or restrictions. That’s why it’s so important to investigate the surrounding neighborhood almost as carefully as you evaluate your potential new home. Before you make an offer on a house, be sure you ask your real estate agent the following 10 questions.