It’s said that genius is the ability to see opportunities where others only see problems. “Working smart” might be something of a cliche to some, but for us, hard work always gets better results when combined with a little preparation and organization. Putting a plan together, having all the tools you need, and getting the help you require for specialized jobs, can ultimately save you time and money as you work on beautifying your home, workspace, or studio. … Read More »

If you’re in the process of selling your home, you’ve probably got a list of small repair and home improvement jobs you want to do before inviting buyers to visit. Everybody knows that a clean bathroom can dramatically improve the price offer, even if the equipment isn’t brand new. This article looks at 4 things that could be affecting interest in your home that you may not have considered. … Read More »

A housekeeper is a person who is charged with many different roles in a household and they can provide a huge service to those from any walk of life. Whether you are a new parent, you have no idea how to clean, or you simply are too busy: a housekeeper could be a good choice […] … Read More »

Your home is more than a combination of walls and a roof. It has to be filled with positive energies to bring in luck. Many cultures believe that certain things can bring in good luck for your house. Here is a list of such things for you. Please note this post contains affiliate Amazon affiliate […] … Read More »

In the business world, we’re always hearing, “you need to spend money to make money.” Or is that the saying at casinos? Regardless, the saying holds true in a variety of aspects, and it definitely applies to your home. Most people need to treat their home as an investment, and if you put the right amount of money into it at the right time, you can increase its value and essentially increase yours! … Read More »

There comes a time in our lives where we consider downsizing our homes. The reasons can include retirement, or that fact that you no longer have children living with you. It might be that you want to reduce your outgoings and feel a smaller mortgage payment or rent is suitable for life right now. Whatever the motivation is, it can be quite daunting. In this article we give you some tips on how you can Downsize with less hassle … Read More »

During the winter, the weather can go from one extreme to another. In Chicago, the polar vortex saw temperatures drop as low as 0 degrees Fahrenheit. These cold temperatures can have a big impact on the exterior of your house so in order to avoid potential damage and a costly repair bill we look at a few things you can do to prepare your house for the cold weather. … Read More »

In the winter - especially during this harsh cold spell - if you have a plumbing emergency such as a burst pipe it can be easy to just find the first person in the local directory or online. While this may work most of the time, on occasion you'll end up spending more money and have higher stress levels than needed if you'd follow the few simple steps we outline in this article. … Read More »

If you're not living in a new-build sustainable home then you may think there's no way to reduce your impact on the environment - that's not true though. In this article, Sam Radbil looks at some basic old-school ways that you can create a sustainable space. … Read More »