Like thinking vertically, especially if storage space is lacking. Working from home has a lot to offer. No more long commute (or drama from your cubicle mate). It’s so much easier to be productive, right? Only if you’ve got an organized home office, that is. “It really allows you to focus on what’s important,” says Calabasas, Calif.-based organizer Lori Gersh. … [Read more...]
Homeowners Insurance: Time for an Annual Checkup
An annual check-up on your homeowners insurance can result in a healthier policy and a healthier pocketbook. It’s time for your annual checkup. The good news is that for this one, you won’t have to don one of those revealing hospital gowns — and you may walk away with a healthier pocketbook. We’re talking about a homeowners insurance checkup, a task you should complete … [Read more...]
The Right Way to Pick a (Gorgeous!) Color Scheme for Your Home
Because the wrong paint job can seriously wreck your home. Picking a color for one room can be challenging enough. But picking a palette for your whole house? That feels daunting. Coordinate your colors too much, you’ll end up matchy-matchy. Don’t coordinate your colors enough, you’ll end up tacky-tacky. And that not only messes with your mojo, it can be … [Read more...]
8 Spring Lawn Care Tasks You Need to Do Now
How to prepare your yard for spring so you can enjoy it more and work on it less. Temps might still be a long way from shorts and T-shirts, but if your soil is warming up, it’s time to tackle your spring lawn care tasks. Especially if you want a gorgeous yard with the least amount of hassle. #1 Seed Your Lawn Before soil temps reach 65 degrees, spread grass … [Read more...]
5 Gotta Do’s in April for a Worry-Free Summer
Battle bugs before they bite (or sting!) you — and check the attic for problems. Tackling five simple tasks now gives you a head start on spring. That leaves you plenty of worry-free time to enjoy the warmer weather. #1 Tell Insects to Bug Off Early spring warmth awakens insects, so start to protect your home now. Seal openings in eaves, decks, and other structures to … [Read more...]
