by Admin | Sep 30, 2024 | Uncategorized
Here are a few reasons why refinancing can make sense. Lower your interest rate People often refinance to secure a lower mortgage rate, which can significantly reduce your monthly mortgage payment. This may be an option if your existing rate is higher than...
by Admin | Sep 29, 2024 | Uncategorized
1. Your Desk Faces the Wall It’s a natural instinct to position furniture against the wall: it feels anchored and secure, and it can prevent you from knocking things off the desktop. But facing the wall doesn’t offer great inspiration. Staring at a blank wall can feel...
by Admin | Sep 26, 2024 | Uncategorized
Build an outdoor fire pit. During the summer months, nothing beats roasting marshmallows and sharing stories around a roaring fire. Homeowners who install an outdoor fire pit will not only create delightful memories, but will also realize a 67 percent return on...
by Admin | Sep 18, 2024 | Uncategorized
A screen of mature, leafy trees can enclose outdoor space and provide a sense of seclusion in an effective and appealing way — especially helpful if your yard is overlooked by close neighbors or on a busy street. But there are other quicker solutions for boosting...
by Admin | Sep 14, 2024 | Uncategorized
Your front door sets the first impression for your home – it’s the gateway to your personal sanctuary but also speaks volumes about who lives beyond the threshold. Do you stand out from the crowd with a statement color? Match with your landscaping? Keep it classic...
by Admin | Sep 3, 2024 | Uncategorized
Jack-and-Jill Bathrooms A Jack-and-Jill bathroom is a great family-friendly option for a shared bath. It is convenient, like an en suite, but is accessible from multiple bedrooms, usually with two doors. Parents like Jack-and-Jill bathrooms for their efficient design,...
by Admin | Aug 29, 2024 | Uncategorized
Change filters regularly. Swap them out every 30 to 90 days. Clean air vents and registers. Use a brush to clear dust and dirt at the top of the registers and the bottom of vents or use a vacuum cleaner. Keep outdoor units clear of debris. Make sure the area around...
by Admin | Aug 28, 2024 | Uncategorized
The Kitchen Whether you’re a family of two, three, or ten, everyone has to eat. So, starting with the kitchen is a smart move. Lindsey Mahanna, professional organizer and founder of Clutter to Clarity, recommends beginning with the pantry. “This space can get out...
by Admin | Aug 22, 2024 | Uncategorized
Lady Beetles These red and black-spotted insects are so cute they’ve been turned into a motif for wearables, pottery, and lots more. Lady beetles, Coccinella novemnotata, are voracious eliminators of aphids eating up to five thousand in a...
by Admin | Aug 6, 2024 | Uncategorized
1. “The Chair” An empty chair or bench is a common bedroom clutter magnet that sometimes feels unavoidable. If you have a piece of furniture that collects clothes that are too clean for the laundry basket but not clean enough to go back on the...
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