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Why Do We Celebrate Saint Patrick's Day?
by Chris Petry It’s okay, admit it. When you read the headline, you immediately thought, “So we have an excuse to gorge ourselves on red meat, potatoes, and enough Guinness to drown a water buffalo?” While that’s a perfectly acceptable way to celebrate, let’s take a moment to look a little deeper into the true origins of the suitably-commercialized commemoration fr
Home Maintenance Checklist: 10 Things To Do For Spring
Daylight savings and the first day of spring are just days away! Finally, we can look forward to bright blooms, chirping birds and… um, you know, spring home maintenance. It may not smell as sweet or sound so pleasant, but preparing your home for the new season is important! If you’re ready to prepare your home for spring, but not sure where to get started, we’ve compiled jus
How To Help Your House Plants Survive The Winter
Pittsburgh winters mean gray days and cold temperatures. The combination of these two things might have your houseplants longing for summer and warmer weather. Now that we are in the heart of winter, it's time to give your houseplants a little extra attention to help them survive the rest of the season. Check out our tips below on how to help your houseplants thrive this winter! M
The Preferred Realty Holiday 2022 Gift Guide
Do you have a hard-to-buy-for cousin or have no clue what to get your significant other for Christmas this year? We’ve got you covered! With the holidays right around the corner, our 2022 gift guide will help you score the best gifts without even leaving the comfort of your own home! Bartesian Cocktail Machine Snow Blower Charcuterie Board Set Nespresso Always Pan M
How To Prepare Your Yard For Cold Weather
It’s getting close to the season for hanging holiday lights, stringing garland, and filling your home with your favorite seasonal decorations. Before you go crazy decking your home’s exterior with holiday cheer, make sure you don’t forget about a few important maintenance must-dos that will protect your lawn long past the holiday season. Get Rid of The Leaves If y
Clear The Clutter: Laundry Room Organization Hacks
Love it or hate it, but doing laundry is unavoidable. While there are many tips and tricks to make the weekly chore less tedious, we may be overlooking one of the things that influences our laundering life more than anything: the laundry room itself. A laundry room that’s organized runs smoothly and is pleasant to work in, both things that may entice us to quit avoiding the chore. &nbs
Back To School Tips For Parents
Can you believe it is already that time of year again? Back to school! While your children may be overly excited or even a bit worried about new teachers, new subjects and meeting their friends, the days leading up to the first day back are always busy and stressful. The best way to prepare your children for the new school year is making an organized, well thought-out plan. Here
Ways To Revamp Your Outdoor Cooking Space
A fully-equipped outdoor kitchen isn’t just great for backyard barbecues, It’s also convenient for anyone who likes to spend time outside! If you’re interested in making your own grilling station or simply having a place to set out food for guests, this is the season to make upgrades! Cooking should not just be limited to your kitchen, that’s why this summer, take advantage
How To Host The Ultimate Fourth of July Party
Nothing says summer like a little 4th of July fun with family, friends and, of course, fireworks! If you’re hosting this year’s party, but your spark to get prepared hasn’t yet been ignited, there is still time to make your party shine like… well, the 4th of July! For Independence Day celebrations, we embrace the casual, backyard BBQ; so, there is no need to worry about
Pool Safety Tips All Parents Should Know
When you think about summer, I'm sure you think about playing outdoor sports, hosting barbecues, 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. Now that summer is officiall
