Home Tips

Ready for Some Serious Adulting?

By the time you hit the big Three-O, home décor experts say you should be doing some serious adulting in terms of your household items. Domain Lifestyle Editor January Jones suggests that if you’re over 30, it’s time to get rid of bad bedding, posters taped to the wall, chipped…Read More

Filed under Home Tips on Jun 15,2019 | Tagged in: home lifestyle, home organizing, household items, organizing

March To-Do List

Before you groan and roll your eyes, the tiny chores on this to-do list from Houzz can be done in an hour or less! So why not check a few things off and be ready for the arrival of glorious spring! Shake off winter by removing winter layers on beds…Read More

Filed under Home Tips on Mar 28,2019 | Tagged in: houzz, march, spring cleaning

Cold outside? Get organized inside!

Winter is the perfect time to de-clutter and organize your home. Boring, right? Wrong! HGTV has created a series of short, fun videos that give you lots of ideas for where to put your stuff, in a way that dresses your home with creativity and pizazz! Learn how to save…Read More

Filed under Home Tips on Mar 13,2019 | Tagged in: HGTV, home organizing, organizing

Saving on Energy Costs This winter

Winter energy woes come in many forms. Windows can leak, heating systems can work overtime, lighting usage rises, and you may need an indoor humidifier to counter the effects of dry air on hair and skin. It all results in higher costs. But there are ways to save on both…Read More

Filed under Home Tips, Homeowners on Jan 02,2019 | Tagged in: energy savings tips, financial savings, heating, high heat costs, indoor humidifier, savings

Deck the Halls!

Whatever holiday you celebrate — and even if you simply celebrate the beauty of winter – there’s no reason to stress about coming up with something original, creative and absolutely amazing. We’ve found ideas (and photos!) for you. Ring in Christmas with festive stemware, easy pinecone wreaths, candy cane crafts,…Read More

Filed under Home Tips on Dec 26,2018 | Tagged in: holiday decor, holidays, unique holiday decor

Tips for Tiny Spaces

Maybe you’re not quite ready to move to a more spacious home. Or, you’re a minimalist and living in a tiny space just suits you right now. Either way, we thought you might enjoy this blog about living in ultra-small spaces. It’s full of photos and comments that illustrate that…Read More

Filed under Home Tips, Homeowners on Dec 12,2018 | Tagged in: home organizing, small spaces, spacious homes

Check Your Chimney!

It’s fireplace and wood stove weather – and that means now is the time to check your chimney to be sure it’s fire safe. At the minimum, it’s important to have your chimney inspected and cleaned. HouseLogic notes that this is a safety issue, as well as a good way…Read More

Filed under Home Tips, Homeowners on Dec 05,2018 | Tagged in: chimney, fireplace, house inspections, wood stoves

Indoor greenery

Your outdoor garden may be settling in for a long winter’s nap. But, you can still enjoy the beauty of fresh, green plants indoors. Houseplants are a perennial favorite of homeowners who crave the comforts of nature even when it’s cold outside. But, plants can do more than add beauty…Read More

Filed under Gardening, Home Tips on Nov 28,2018 | Tagged in: easy gardening, gardening, indoor plants, living spaces, plants

Inground Pools: Splash or Dash?

Should you buy a home with an inground pool – or walk away from the temptation? Your splash-or-dash decision should be based on a sound understanding of the pros and cons of owning a pool. This article from The Balance offers a good overview of pool ownership realities. In a…Read More

Filed under Home Tips, Homeowners on Jul 10,2018 | Tagged in: backyard pool, Homeowner Pools, inground pools

Selling? Consider a Home Inspection.

Everyone knows that it’s a good idea to have a home inspected before you buy. But, what if you’re a seller? The fact is that it’s maybe smart to have your home inspected before placing it on the market. Doing so, gives you an edge when selling because it will…Read More

Filed under Home Buyers, Home Tips on Jun 06,2018 | Tagged in: Home Inspections

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