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Problem Solvers Preventing ladder injuries one step at a time Preventing ladder injuries one step at a time
There are all sorts of ways to hurt yourself on a ladder.

"The thing to remember with ladders is one step at a time, two hands at a time," says John Drengenberg, consumer safety director at Underwriters Labs.
Problem Solvers Study: Buyers of energy-efficient homes less likely to default Study: Buyers of energy-efficient homes less likely to default (Video)
When you apply for a mortgage, underwriters look at various factors to determine your risk, such as credit score, debt-to-income ratio, loan-to-value ratio and reserves in the bank. A new study suggests it may be time for them to consider if that house you plan to buy is energy efficient.
Problem Solvers Steer clear of marathon disaster relief scams Steer clear of marathon disaster relief scams (Video)
Our hearts go out to strangers more than three thousand miles away. No matter the disaster, people in Washington state are known for giving. But where we see caring and compassion scammers see opportunity to cash in our sympathy.