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Five Reasons You Need a Home Security System
No one imagines they will fall victim to a robbery, break-in, or even natural disasters. In the event that this could happen, you will want to be prepared as possible. Home security systems are a great way for homeowners to protect their homes, valuables, and family in case of an emergency. Protect and Secure Your Home One of the biggest reasons to consider in
How to Stage Your Home on a Budget
A common misconception is that it costs a lot to stage your home. When it comes to selling a home, appearance is everything. Home staging can make all the difference. Most home sellers think they have to break the bank to stage their homes; this isn’t the case. It is possible to stage a home on a budget or even for free! Declutter and Depersonalize Each Room One of the fi
Five Best 4th of July Hosting Tips to Wow Your Guests
There are so many things to love about July. Summer is in full swing with backyard barbeques, bonfires, pool parties and the celebration of America's Birthday. When it comes to the 4th of July, the more festive the party the better. Whether you are just having a few friends over or a huge neighborhood party, these five tips will make you the perfect host for a party your friends wi
Let's Talk Pool Safety: How to Keep Your Kids Safe This Summer
When you think about summer, you think about the fun things we associate with warm weather: playing outdoor sports, barbeques, working in the garden, and of course cooling off in a pool. Swimming is a great way to relax on a summer day, but keeping your kids safe is the most important thing. Exercising proper pool safety is the best way to make sure everyone enjoys the day without injury. Be
5 Summer Garden Trends to Revamp Your Landscaping
It’s an exciting time for gardeners. We’ve reached mid-spring and now is the time to start making our summer-garden plans. While it’s always important to touch up your garden this time of year, why not go a little bigger this time and give your landscape a complete renovation with these hot 2019 summer trends? 1. Go Bold Living Coral is this year’s P
8 Ways to Keep Children and Pets Safe in Your Home
With our spring cleaning tasks just about completed, it is now time to prepare for carefree summer months of enjoying more time outdoors with neighbors, family members, and friends. With summer BBQs and impromptu picnics, there is likely to be more traffic in your home than usual in the coming months. Of course, you want to make sure that all guests, from those with the tiniest feet to those with
Must-Do Spring Cleaning Tasks
With Earth Day’s arrival and the influx of warmer weather on the horizon, there is no denying it – spring is here! The season brings the annual task of sprucing up your home. That’s right, it’s time to put on your gloves, grab your bucket and get your spring cleaning underway. Not sure where to start when it comes to this must-do task? Here are a few tips that will have
Five Tips to Spruce Up Your Yard for National Lawn and Garden Month
Days are longer, the air is (at least a little) warmer and we’ve likely even seen a few hints at new blossoms—spring is officially here! Some might of even have ushered in this month by pulling a few of our favorite annual pranks. With April’s arrival, we can celebrate another warm-weather tradition—National Lawn and Garden Month! What better way to commemorate this occasio
Eight Ways to Keep Your Home Safe During Cold and Germ Season
You might have noticed that subtly longer days and milder temperatures have been creeping back onto the scene lately. It’s true—spring is on the horizon. But, we’re not in the clear just yet. In fact, in addition to those days of sunshine and fresh air we’ve been treated to recently, many of us also have been battling end-of-season cold and flu germs. Once germs infest y
10 Home Projects to Complete in Winter
During winter, it is easy for cabin fever to set in. Cold temperatures tend to keep us all indoors, which can leave us craving spring’s sweet sunshine and fresh air. Instead of settling for a dreary indoor experience for the rest of the winter, keep yourself busy by tackling a few tasks in your home. You’ll create a comfortable space to spend your time until spring arrives. From somew
