A creative kitchen can feature your interests and taste — and blend with other rooms. Kitchens are showing more personality these days. As they’ve become a hub, they’re not just for cooking and eating. We’ve been using them for all kinds of activities. We want our kitchens to reveal our interests and taste but still blend with the rest of our home. Here are four ways — … [Read more...]
5 Easy-to-Do Strategies to Have a More Organized Work Space
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...]
Replacing Rain Gutters and Downspouts
Replace missing gutters and downspouts to prevent serious siding and foundation damage that may cost you $10,000 or more to repair. Your home may be your castle, but if you’re missing downspouts and sections of gutter, you’ll certainly have a moat where daisies once flourished. Excess water near your foundation risks thousands of dollars in foundation repairs. The good news … [Read more...]
The Link Between Clutter and Depression
It’s been proven. Clutter is a bummer — literally. Dishes in the sink, toys throughout the house, stuff covering every flat surface. This clutter not only makes our homes look bad, but makes us feel bad, too. Several studies over the past 10 years have connected clutter with behavioral and mental health issues. Research from health care heavy hitters — think Mayo Clinic, … [Read more...]
