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Is your medicine cabinet full of expired drugs or unused medications? Here’s how to properly disp...

No, we’re not just talking about detoxing from one too many glasses of wine – today, there are many things that act as toxins in our body

Splatter happens. But don't let it make your microwave a filthy mess.

Many of us homeowners have something to hide. It is a disaster we spend our lives hiding from. It is something we often go through great lengths to prevent our guests from seeing. If you haven't guessed it by now, it is the garage; we all have garages. Now, if you have a nice, neat and tidy gara...

Submitted by City Admin on Thu, 06/27/2013 - 09:44
When taking crime reports people often ask “Why did my house get hit and not my neighbors?” Clearly some of it can be chalked up to chance, but often times a well lit home with easy views to the street will be passed over when a dark home with bushes hiding the front might be selected. With the recent overnight vandalism we wanted to provide a few tips on making your home and neighborhood…

When many homeowners set out to declutter their home, they arent quite sure of what theyre getting into. Decluttering is a big job that requires some planning and an understanding of your end goals. Some homeowners are setting out to declutter their home because theyre moving in the near future and want to simplify their move or make their home more appealing to potential buyers. Others have just noticed the junk piling up in their drawers and on their countertops and are fed…

August 23, 2018
Football season has kicked off, temperatures are cooling and pumpkin spice everything is for sale in the stores. Yes, fall is here. While most people associate the spring and summer months as the ideal times of year to buy or sell, fall is still a great time to put your home on the market
Families tend to want to get into their new homes prior to the holiday season, so buyers are typically still very active during the fall months.…

Spring Home Maintenance Tips
Written by Kevin Connors. Posted in Blog
Milder days offer a prime opportunity for spring cleaning and home maintenance. After a long winter, be sure to spend some time on preventive measures that will help maintain your home and property all year long. From cleaning out your gutters and checking for dead trees and branches, to cleaning and inspecting your home mechanical…

The last time I cleaned my dryer ducts was…an embarrassingly long time ago. I clean out the lint trap all the time have neglected the major fire starter in the back. Opps! I need to do this ASAP. A wonderful tutorial from Pretty Handy Girl will help save you some money and keep the professionals away. It will also keep the house safe from fire.
Get the tutorial here…

Just as your home needs a good clean-out now and then, your personal finances need a periodic once-over, too. Ally Bank gives you 5 tips for tidying up your personal finances.

Because nobody wants to be stuck inside scrubbing and dusting all spring
Spring is the perfect time to open up the windows in your house and clean every surface inch. But don’t waste precious hours of spring sunshine while you stay in and clean.
Use these 10 tips to quickly get your home spic and span.
1. Have a plan.
When it comes to spring cleaning, the best approach is an organized approach. “I recommend having a plan, which includes an outline of…

What Do I do when the tenant leaves a lot of junk in my rental after moving out
By John Nuzzolese
After a tenant moves out, the rental is supposed to be returned to the landlord in clean and undamaged condition. That means all the tenants' belongings and debris, junk and large items are gone from the premises.
BUT, we are in the Landlord Business. In this business, things don't always go as planned. Tenants don't always honor their word, their signature, and…

For most people, there comes a time when months or years accumulating stuff becomes burdensome and begins to clutter your day-to-day life. It can happen at any age or any time; cleaning out a childhood room and stripping away the reminders of the past can be as difficult for a college-bound young adult as it is for empty nesters who are determined to make the move to a simpler lifestyle in smaller quarters
It’s all a matter of degree, need, timing and…

Children. You love them with all your being. But the mess they can make of the house? Not so much. Keep reading for four tips on how to keep your home clean despite your childrens best efforts. You might even be able to get them to join in on the fun! 1. Cleanup after playtime. Build the habit of cleaning up one set of toys before moving on to the next, this not only keeps the floor from becoming littered in toys but…

Organizing your home doesn’t have to be a challenge. Take the time to effectively plan your projects out. Then give them the thought, attention, and time they deserve. Start by writing down your organizing goal. Don’t start with “organize the garage.” Start with WHY you want to get organized. For example, “I want to organize my family room, so that I have more time with my kids” or, “I want to organize my closet, so that I have a less stressful morning routine.”…

By Carriann Johnson, interior designer and TV personality
So you've decided to sell your home. While you're preparing for this next chapter in life, keep some of your attention and energy on the importance of preparing your home to outshine all others on the market. Selling your home in the shortest amount of time, receiving your asking price and having an all-around flawless sale can be achievable if you properly prepare this (very large) item you're about to sell. Here are my tips…

Seal Your Granite Countertops
Many professionals recommend sealing granite countertops at least once each year to keep them looking beautiful. Sealing your countertops will help prevent etching and staining over time. Start by cleaning your stone countertop with a mild kitchen cleaner or a product formulated for granite, slate and marble. Allow the counters to dry before proceeding. When completely dry, use another clean, dry cloth…

I wanted to help you create explosive productivity so you get big things done (and make your life matter)
Here are 21 tips to get you to your best productivity.
#1. Check email in the afternoon so you protect the peak energy hours of your mornings for your best work.
#2. Stop waiting for perfect conditions to launch a great project. Immediate action fuels a positive feedback loop that drives even more action.
#3. Remember that big, brave goals release energy. So set…

The ancient art and science known as feng shui seeks to cultivate positive energy through the proper alignment and orientation of any given space. The history of feng shui dates back approximately 6,000 years, and it’s closely related to the Taoist belief in “chi,” or energy in the land. Bathrooms have a particularly bad reputation when it comes to feng shui and are often ignored. However, whether you believe in the positive power of feng shui or not, a clean, organized, and an…

Several factors strongly affect the sale price of a home: market conditions, competitors and neighborhood location just to name a few. Although some of these key components lie outside of an agent's control, one of the few things you can do to increase the perceived value of a home is to ensure each nook and cranny is scrubbed clean until it sparkles.