Home Tips

There are several strategies available to make your house more appealing to potential buyers. These quick fixes don’t cost much money and can improve the value of your home. An easy way to increase your home’s salability is to remove excess furniture and items and de-clutter. You’ve all seen the house that has too much…

There are many advantages to working at home, but there’s at least one drawback. Telecommuters are 50% less likely to get promoted, according to a Stanford University study. Other research suggests that this is due to the assumptions your colleagues make when they don’t see you around the office on a regular basis. If you…

It can be a little intimidating, and possibly dangerous, to go to the gym these days. That’s okay, you can get all the cardio exercise you can possibly need without leaving your home. You don’t even need any equipment. You’ll remember many of these exercises from your elementary school gym class. They still work today.…

What a joy it is to feel harmony in our home! Striving to build a happy, healthy family at home is a very important endeavor, and the rewards are great for those who make it a priority. Families provide each of us with a sense that we belong, and our families contribute to our individual…

Harmful chemicals have become commonplace in many homes. Most people don’t even think twice about the toxins that are included in our cleaners. Do you? Disorders such as ADD, ADHD, autism, cancer, and auto-immune diseases are on the rise. Many scientists believe that the harmful chemicals in our own homes are playing a vital role.…

Your home should be a place you can escape to and shield yourself from life’s frustrations. To increase your tranquility, you can transform your home into a haven where you can retreat if you need to release stress or simply relax.  You don’t need the services of an interior decorator or Feng Shui designer to…

While there is a growing number of stay at home dads, they still represent a very small segment of the population. If you’re one of these pioneers, you may be amused to see that there’s a reality TV show on AMC in your honor. On the other hand, you may want a little more practical…

As a homeowner, you understand the importance of maintaining and adding value to your home. One way to preserve the value of your home is to keep up with necessary repairs and maintenance. The fastest and most cost-effective home improvement is painting. There’s something special about a newly painted room. It just looks fresh and…

Dates at home can be very romantic and help your relationship flourish even during a recession. You can have a good time while still cutting back on fancy restaurants and babysitters. Try these ideas for sharing a wonderful time with your partner and making simple enjoyments more memorable. Romantic Ideas for Dates Indoors  1. Serve…

Deciding whether one or both parents should work is never easy. There’s not a single approach that will work well for all families.  There are many potential cost savings that can be gained by a parent staying home to care for the children. On the other hand, there is also a loss of income. Analyzing…