Guest Blog #151, Entry #623, August 19, 2011 In the new global movement that the world is participating in, there is less need for fear of moving abroad as in past years. The world has become much smaller with the use of the internet and global communication to research, explore, and seek out information about…
Guest Blog #148, Entry #620, August 16, 2011 Whether you are moving from an apartment to another home, or you are only move college dorm rooms, moving involves strenuous activity for your body. Have you ever noticed that most moving company personnel wear back braces when helping you move? Today, our Guest Blogger shows you…
Guest Blog #144, Entry #615, August 11, 2011 When preparing your home for selling, the major rooms of the house are usually considered first, the kitchen, master bedroom and living areas. Often times the bathroom is forgotten, and bathrooms are a major selling point to many homebuyers. Photo image courtesy of Bhouse Today, our Guest…
Guest Blog #143, Entry #614, August 10, 2011 If you’re in the process of building a home, have you considered whether you will build with traditional wood framing or use metal studs? Today, my Guest Blogger gives tips for selecting framing for your home and weighs the pros and cons of metal versus wood studs….
Guest Blog #142, Entry #613, August 9, 2011 When growing up. my sister and I were taught how to do everything by our parents. Especially our dad, who taught us how to change the oil in the car, fix a leaky faucet, and replace the air filters in the house air conditioner. There was never…
Guest Blog #140, Entry #611, August 7, 2011 Relaxing in a home pool may as well be the exclamation mark on the description of “American Dream.” A pool in your back yard — or even just a community pool in your neighborhood or apartment complex — can be like having your own little oasis right…
Entry #610, August 6, 2011 Happy DIY Saturday! For most of you preparing for back to school time, there are still a few weeks left of August to throw an outdoor summer party. Whether you are holding a small intimate gathering or a large pool or beach party – getting your outdoor area ready is…
If your household is anything like mine with multiple children, busy work schedules, and non-stop activity going on, you know the importance of having access to your home, even if you forget your keys. Today, my Guest Blogger from RocLok Hide a Key gives tips for hiding keys outdoors to help you, your kids, and…
Guest Blog #138, Entry #607, August 3, 2011 Purchasing a steam shower for your bathroom does not have to be an overwhelming experience. Consumers are typically bombarded with a long list of different brands, price discrepancies and questions that most customer service representatives in the industry don’t have answers to. Lucky for you, I do…
Guest Blog #136, Entry #605, August 1, 2011 Happy first day of August! Depending on when school starts in your part of the world, August usually means back to school time for kids and college students. If you or your kids are headed to college for the first time, or you’re a returning student, you…
Guest Blog #134, Entry #603, July 30, 2011 Happy DIY Saturday! With the onset of more work-at-home professionals, and also a greater demand for home office space, it is not a surprise that homeowners are trying to re-create first-class home offices. The versatile aspect of home offices is the ability to adapt them for multiple…
Guest Blog #131, Entry #599, July 26, 2011 The idea of outdoor entertaining is always exciting, especially in the warm summertime months. The idea of friends and family enjoying refreshments by the pool and taking in the warm summer sun can be heavenly. What happens when the weather doesn’t cooperate, or guests don’t enjoy themselves…