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Spears Business economics faculty member Sun wins ARES Best Article Award for real estate study on agent connectivity

Xiaojin "Aaron" Sun, a Spears Business faculty member, received an ARES Best Article Award for 2025, one of the most prestigious honors in real estate scholarship.

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Spears Business economics faculty member Sun wins ARES Best Article Award for real estate study on agent connectivity

Thu, Feb 8, 2018

Tips for wishing your home a healthy new year

Wed, Nov 29, 2017

Beware of bed bugs when thrift shopping

Mon, Sep 11, 2017

Plan now before a disaster strikes

Mon, Sep 11, 2017

Fire safety for college students

Cleaning dishes and kitchen surfaces after a disaster

Thu, May 14, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Depending on the source, floodwaters could contain anything from germs, debris, toxic chemicals or hazardous materials to pesticides, gasoline or other household chemicals. That is why in the aftermath of a flood, kitchen

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Cleaning household textiles and clothing after a flood

Thu, May 14, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Among the top priorities in the aftermath of a flood is salvaging as many of your household textiles and clothing items as possible. Similar to drying out your home, quick action is necessary to save your sheets, towels and

Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources Ferguson College of Agriculture OSU Agriculture Consumer Safety Housing Family and Consumer Sciences Extension

Dealing with a flooded well after a storm

Thu, May 14, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Access to clean, safe water for drinking, cooking and personal hygiene is one of the primary concerns immediately following a flood. For Oklahomans who rely on private wells for their water supply, this means taking precautions

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Save energy and money with tankless water heaters

Mon, Mar 30, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – These days, we can get all sorts of things on demand, even our home appliances. For example, tankless water heaters provide hot water with a flick of the hot-water tap.

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Time change a good reminder to get ready for fall, winter

Wed, Oct 29, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – As you prepare to "fall back" with the end of Daylight Savings Time, it is a good opportunity to move forward on getting your home ready for fall and winter.

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ID your safe place before severe weather hits

Mon, Jun 9, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – When an ugly storm is bearing down and tornado sirens are wailing, it is the wrong time to begin wondering where you could or should take cover.

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Is earthquake insurance for you?

Wed, Feb 26, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – Most Oklahomans have insurance covering their homes and businesses in case tornadoes roar overhead. But, fewer are protected against damage to their property when the ground rumbles underfoot.

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Be safe when using electric space heaters

Mon, Dec 16, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – With temperatures slowly making their annual nosedive in Oklahoma, all of us will be seeking ways to stay toasty warm throughout the winter months.

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Go green when you clean

Mon, Dec 16, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – The phrase "clean green" has nothing to do with the cleanliness of your money. But it is a call to be more mindful of the products you use to tidy your humble abode.

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Fireplace and wood stove safety

Mon, Dec 16, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – When the weather outside is frightful, there is nothing better than a roaring fire to chase away the chill. To take full advantage of the cozy warmth, be sure to follow a few common sense precautions to cut the risk of a home

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Spears Business economics faculty member Sun wins ARES Best Article Award for real estate study on agent connectivity