Simply Smart Devices for DIY Security
After I had house guests who locked themselves out and then climbed in through the window, I bought myself a…
Tips for Calculating Your Moving Costs
Most people feel a little overwhelmed at the very thought of moving to a new home. Between packing, figuring out…
Learn How to Declutter Your Home When Downsizing
There are many reasons why you might choose to declutter your home and whittle down your belongings. Perhaps you’re planning to…
Where Can I Find Free Moving Boxes?
We know moving can be stressful. For some, it’s one of the most complex operations they’ll ever have to coordinate;…
Keep Turning the Pages With Your Book Club
While reading can be a solitary pursuit, talking about books with others and listening to discussions with authors adds a…
Beware of Scammers During Times of Crisis
In 2008, after Hurricane Ike turned inland and unleashed 75-mile-per-hour winds on the midwest, 2.6 million homes in Ohio—including my…
Flash Flooding: What You Need to Know and How to Stay Safe
Most floods develop over the course of hours or days, but flash floods rise quickly and often without warning, which…
Seven Movie Messages You Can Apply to Your Life Today
Hollywood films offer entertainment, education, and a temporary escape from the ordinary. They can exhilarate, inspire and in some cases,…
Your Checklist for Closing Up Your Vacation Home
Owning a vacation home can be wonderful in your retirement. You may be a snowbird who flies south to sunnier,…
Where Do I Start Packing for a Move?
Even when they're positive experiences overall, major life changes, like moving into a new home, can be overwhelming. Just the…