From the outside looking in, yard sales can often seem like quite a bit of work. Although hosting a yard sale does require some level of effort, a little organization can make all the difference. Not only will it force you to get rid of unwanted goods, it can help you earn a few extra dollars—a definite win-win! Use these five tips to help you throw a successful and stress-free summer yard sale.
Prep and priceOrganization is a must! Over the course of two to three weeks, pull out all items that...
Believe it or not, despite your best efforts, some of your cleaning habits may be doing more harm than good. Be sure not to do the following:
Closing the washing machine door. Closing the door after a load of wash is done seems like a no-brainer. In actuality, you should be leaving the washing machine door open when the laundry is finished. The airflow will actually help prevent mold and mildew from building up inside your machine. If your laundry isn’t smelling as clean as it should after washi...
Spring is here, and you may be eagerly anticipating some April showers to help your May flowers grow. However, if you don’t prepare your home, rainy weather can cause a plethora of problems, such as structural damage and mold. Add the tasks in this guide to your regular maintenance schedule to help keep your home dry and your yard safe whenever rain is in the forecast.
Clean and repair gutters and downspouts
Your gutters are essential for channeling water away from your home, but when they’re c...
If you have a good credit score, you can probably get approved for a credit card that doesn’t have an annual fee. The benefits? You’ll have a credit card without being stuck with an annual fee, and you’ll be happier.
Consumers with no-annual-fee credit cards were twice as likely to be satisfied with their card than consumers with annual-fee cards—70 percent to 35 percent—according to a recent survey from Discover, a major issuer of no-fee credit cards.
The main drawback is that most cards witho...
Just like health, car, home and life insurance, pet insurance is a way to protect owners from drowning in medical bills in the event of accidents, sickness or injury to their furry friends. While a convenience when needed, pet insurance can be costly.
About 68 percent of American households have pets, but less than 20 percent of them are insured, according to Consumer Reports. However, given the rising costs of veterinary care, pet insurance is becoming more and more popular.
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A well-decluttered home can bring a sense of peace and order to even the busiest person’s lifestyle. Unfortunately for self-identifying clutter bugs, the reverse holds true. If you are ready to get to work on your home and declutter your piles of clothes, there are a few tried-and-true tips you should have in your arsenal.
Use the Shopping TestIt can be hard to determine what to cull and what to keep when decluttering. Sentimentality can make it even more complicated. If you’re wavering on what...
