“This time, it’s going to be different…” A brand-new year, brimming with possibilities, and you’ve resolved to move through your house like a whirling tornado of can-do, fixing, painting and organizing. This year, nothing will stop you. Based on the most-common top-ten resolutions gathered by Time magazine, USA.gov and other sources, we’ve put together an inspiring list of home management goals to help you come up with New Year resolutions for your home. Cut Energy Use Your

Planning on having guests over this holiday season? If you are, there are probably a few preparations you can make to ensure your guests’ stay is as comfortable as possible. With just a little planning, hosting your holiday guests will be a walk in the park. Try these simple tips: Make It Comfy Go beyond fresh linens and bedding to help your guests get a great night’s sleep. Place extra blankets and pillows at the foot of the bed or sleeping space for guests to grab as needed

The technology and gadgets available to homeowners today are smarter than ever – most of them genuinely useful and not just for show. These new devices can save you time and stress. They can also stop you from answering the door to that neighbor who’s always trying to peddle something. Check out these five home gadget we’ve highlighted: Nest Hello Doorbell Never give yourself away by peeking through the blinds to see who’s at the door. Nest’s smart doorbell has a built-in HD-

Your home is more than just a few walls and a roof. It’s probably your most valuable and costly investment, and you may not afford to replace it if something goes wrong. Learning how to protect yourself with homeowner’s insurance is extremely important. Why You Need Homeowner's Insurance Buying homeowners insurance isn’t required by law, but if you have taken out a mortgage, your lender will most likely require you to ensure the home so that it can protect its investment. If

Halloween has passed, and with Thanksgiving and the winter holidays quickly approaching, there’s a lot to look forward and prepare for this time of year. Pack up the skeletons and dust off the cobwebs; get a head start on holiday hosting preparations. Taking care of this now will allow you to spend more time with your family and relax. Replace floor protectors If you have hardwood floors, you want to protect your wooded investment. Check the feet of chairs and other furniture

Creating your own personal meditation space can be a powerful part of your meditation experience. The perfect space can invite your entire body, mind and spirit to relax and be mindfully present. When you walk into this space, you want to be able to release the stress and tensions of your life and seek clarity, unity and awareness. With just a dash of creativity and inspiration, you can create the perfect meditation space wherever you are. Here are four steps you can follow t

A survey done by Consumer Reports lets us into the minds of millennials when it comes to what today’s buyers are looking for. Now, before you write off the wants and needs of a millennial, you should know they accounted for 32% of purchased homes in 2014. Consumer Reports spoke with 1,573 millennials to learn what decisions need to be made to begin improvements on their home and its final value. The Kitchen Kitchens hold a lot of power when it comes to a prospective buyer, es

If you’re on the fence about purchasing a vacation or summer home for you and your family, there are a few things to consider before you start looking at properties and scheduling appointments with realtors. Owning a vacation home sounds lavish, and it definitely can be, but if you’re already a property owner, you know the process of purchasing a home isn’t always a glamorous one. The home buying process will essentially be the same, but you’re going to be coming back into it

Spring is here, and with the kiddos being at home for an entire week, it’s the perfect time to do some spring cleaning. With so much to clean in such little time, here are 35 items you might be inclined to pass up this season but definitely shouldn’t. 1 - Cabinets Most home-owners don’t really think of the cabinets as something they have to clean regularly, but if not maintained, cabinets can build-up dirt and grease. Try using a cabinet cleaning solution and sanitizing the c

Dealing with a Flooded Home: Part I As hard as we try, we are no match for the forces of mother nature. When catastrophe happens we are left stunned, confused and afraid. In South-East Texas we are no strangers to torrential downpours and flash flooding. From spring all the way through fall we anticipate the raw and powerful force of rushing waters. A savvy homeowner will be judicious in the knowledge of previous flooding and take preemptive measures in purchasing insurance w

Spring is here, and with the kiddos being at home for an entire week, it’s the perfect time to do some spring cleaning. With so much to clean in such little time, here are 35 items you might be inclined to pass up this season but definitely shouldn’t. 1 - Cabinets Most home-owners don’t really think of the cabinets as something they have to clean regularly, but if not maintained, cabinets can build-up dirt and grease. Try using a cabinet cleaning solution and sanitizing the c

As a homeowner, taxes can be confusing. Here are a few tax credits and deductions that you may qualify for. Selling Your Home Although home improvement costs are considered a personal expense that cannot be deducted from your taxes, they still have a tax benefit by adding to your home’s tax basis and reducing the amount of taxes owed when you sell your home. Allow us to explain. A tax basis is the amount you subtract from the total sales price of your home to determine your p

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These space-saving sinks are just as elegant as they are efficient and can fit the need and style of any restroom. Pedestal sinks are a great addition to half baths or full restrooms with space constraints. However, these sinks offer little to no counter space or below-sink storage. This allows for little to no clutter and easy clean up in your half bath or powder room. You can find this featured item at The Home Depot:http://thd.co/2j9z8zm #Renovation #Sink #Bathroom #Restro

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