Winter is coming, and you might wonder how to keep your home warm and cozy without breaking the bank. Heating and cooling costs can be a major expense for homeowners, especially if you live in a cold climate or have an old or inefficient heating system…
You just moved to your new home and finally unpacked. You go to do a load of laundry and reach for your favorite cleaning solution to get stains out — but it’s not there. Now you remember you used up the last of your favorite …
Before moving to our current home, we lived in many apartments with in-unit laundry. Each washing machine was front-loading, and if I am being honest, I have been a bit traumatized by front-loading washing machines. I’ve learned to leave the washing machine door open after …
Choosing a theme for Chulengo’s new “big-boy” bedroom was a little bit tough. We decided on an outer space-themed bedroom for three reasons. First, we wanted a room that Chulengo could grow into. Something that he would enjoy now but also appreciate later. And, I …
We all wish we had unlimited funds when embarking on a home renovation project, but that simply isn’t the case for most people. More often than not, we do our renovations on a budget, and a tight one at that. However, in a world…
For many, a home is a massive financial asset and one of their most significant investments. That said, getting protection in the form of homeowners insurance is considered a smart move. Those who take out a mortgage to purchase their homes…
Restocking the kitchen can be a big challenge when moving to a new home. I frequently use up as many food items as possible before the move for two reasons. One, I don’t want to have to pack up food and hope it stays fresh …
Restocking your bathroom can seem intimidating, but it is an essential step in making your morning and night routines run smooth. Getting out of the shower to prepare for your day and realizing you are missing deodorant or a hair dryer is frustrating. Also, having …
