Janelle Ward
School
University Of Georgia
Expertise
Homeownership, Neighborhood Change, The Process Of Purchasing A Home
- Janelle is most interested in and passionate about housing issues. She has covered the topic extensively and interviewed JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon for a news article about financial inequality in underrepresented neighborhoods.
- She frequents local home décor shops and boutiques in hopes of turning her apartment into a Pinterest-lover's dream.
- Janelle researches housing trends and market analyses in her spare time and gains arguably too much satisfaction finding aesthetically charming houses for sale online.
Experience
Janelle Ward is a full-time journalist and freelance writer with experience covering local government, business, music, the arts, and race relations. Since finishing college in 2022, Janelle moved to Atlanta to jumpstart her professional writing career. She formerly served as a content writer for Homes.com, a subsidiary digital housing marketplace owned by commercial real estate company CoStar. When not writing for House Digest, Janelle covers business and real estate for Atlanta's largest Black-owned news publication, The Atlanta Voice. She enjoys exploring a plethora of topics through her work with House Digest, including cleaning hacks, interior design trends, and cost analyses.
Education
Janelle received two bachelor of arts degrees from the University of Georgia, located in Athens. She double majored in journalism and history.
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Stories By Janelle Ward
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While roses are gorgeous, they can also be tricky to care for. Discover some common but serious gardening mistakes you could be making with these flowers.
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If your clothes don't smell or feel fresh straight out of the washer, you may be neglecting to clean a specific part of your appliance that's often overlooked.
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Knowing the expected lifetime of a product is helpful when making decisions. We find out how long butcher block countertops last before they need replacing.
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There are tons of options when choosing a countertop material for your kitchen, and the most expensive option will make a bold statement in your space.
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When it comes to the names of certain rooms within a home, there's one term you won't be hearing on your favorite HGTV show any longer. Here's why.
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If you're moving and want to sell your home fast, Lyndsay Lamb and Leslie Davis of "Unsellable Houses" have 3 pieces of advice that you should follow.
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If you're looking for a new refrigerator, Samsung's early Black Friday deals include a tempting offer: $1,300 off their 4-door Bespoke model.
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Mike Jackson and Egypt Sherrod transform homes on "Married to Real Estate," but do the homeowners keep everything, furniture included? Here's what we know.
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Did you lose the thin brush that may have come with your reusable straws? Try cleaning them with a dental essential you probably have in the bathroom instead.
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Poplin can save those with packed schedules and heaps of laundry lots of time and frustration. So, is it right for you? Here's what to consider.
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IKEA products are loved by many, but when your favorite product is discontinued, what can you do? This tip will help you find discontinued IKEA items.
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If you want a magnolia tree with healthy foliage and bright, beautiful blooms, there's a big mistake you would do well to avoid when fertilizing.
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WD-40 is a miracle product that can do many things, from silencing squeaky doors to removing tough stains. Used on a glass stove top, it will make it sparkle.
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Mexican heather is a great option for your garden. However, planting it at the wrong time can have dire consequences. Learn the best time to plant it, here.
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As colder weather rolls around, you may be considering breaking out your winter gear. But have you considered how often you should be washing your outerwear?
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Porch lights can come in a variety of colors, but each choice of color carries different meanings and purposes depending on who's choosing them.
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IKEA lamps are known to have unique designs, but do you need to use IKEA lightbulbs? Here's everything you should know about these light fixtures.
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Even if you regularly vacuum your carpets, there may be lingering odors left behind. Fortunately, there's a handy herb that will freshen things up in no time.
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Although you don't have to prune your camellia plant as regularly as other shrubs, doing so every few years allows it to thrive. Here's how to do it.
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While indoor plants add a peaceful touch of nature to your home, they can also serve an important purpose when it comes to protecting your hardwood floors.
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It's important to choose the right products when cleaning different parts of your home. Find out if you should clean quartz countertops with hydrogen peroxide.
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Not only can baking soda deodorize smelly areas and clean hard-to-treat stains, but it can also benefit the hydrangeas growing in your garden.
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If you've stored a used can of paint in your garage only to open it back up and realize it's frozen, should you throw it away, or is it okay to still use?
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Marble countertops are beautiful but can be tricky to maintain. Before you clean them, you should know that their color will determine what products you use.
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Like other succulents, ghost plants are fairly low maintenance and perfect for beginners, but there's one big mistake you'll want to avoid when caring for them.
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While lettuce plants are fairly easy to grow, ensuring your leafy greens get the proper amount of sunlight is essential for an abundant harvest.
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Is the grass always greener on the other side of the property line? Discover the nuances between Floratam and St. Augustine and cultivate your dream yard.