by becky | Feb 2, 2023 | Uncategorized
What to sniff for, and how to kill it — quick From pet stench to kitchen stinks, house odors get amplified during the tightly sealed winter months. Here’s how to deal with those shameful winter smells that prevent you from inviting friends over for a hot toddy....
by becky | Jan 26, 2023 | Uncategorized
There are a lot of home pricing resources out there, and some are far better than others When it’s time to sell your house, you may be feeling a little anxious. A chapter of your life is closing. There’s a lot of money on the table. You may be thinking “Is my house...
by becky | Jan 19, 2023 | Uncategorized
Accomplishments — even little ones — go a long way toward a sunny outlook. Fortunately, there are plenty of easy, quick home repair chores you can do when you’re mired in the thick of winter. For max efficiency, make a to-do list ahead of time and shop for...
by becky | Jan 12, 2023 | Uncategorized
Stop sending so much money to your utility company with these simple strategies. Your Mexican beach vacation was great, but, man, those margaritas sure can put on the pounds. It’s been two months, and you’re still carrying around an extra tenner — despite a new...
by becky | Jan 5, 2023 | Uncategorized
Interest rates are only one factor when it comes to buying a house now Interest rates sure do get a lot of attention. But they shouldn’t be the only part of your home buying decision-making process. After all, the answer to the question “is right now a good time...
by becky | Dec 29, 2022 | Uncategorized
Put the happy in your holidays by working with the home cleaning style that’s the real you Your hosting style shapes how you do your home cleaning for holiday entertaining — and the challenges you might have along the way. Whether your vibe is perfectionist, relaxed,...
by becky | Dec 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
Lighten up with a kitchen remodel that adds wood, stone, and plenty of daylight and greenery. As the kitchen has become more of hub, that fact may have sparked daydreams about a redo. What if the space could draw family and friends with a warm, inviting, and...
by becky | Dec 8, 2022 | Uncategorized
Decking the halls is good fun and all, but shuffling through piles of wreaths, lights, ornaments, dreidels, wrapping paper, and stockings is nothing to fa la la about. Cut back on the holiday overwhelm with these organization ideas for your festive gear. #1...
by becky | Dec 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
Home improvement pros and DIYers tout a fresh coat of paint as a favorite among low-cost home upgrades that can make a huge impact. But what else can you do to accessorize and decorate? Sometimes the little things can make a bigger difference than you’d think....
by becky | Nov 17, 2022 | Uncategorized
Wintry weather is great at turning up problems you didn’t even know you had. Like that first snowy night in front of your fireplace that you thought was pure bliss — until you noticed a leak in the ceiling corner. Apparently it was caused by a lack...
