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Barbara Bellesi Zito

Barbara Bellesi Zito is a freelance writer from Staten Island, covering all things real estate and home improvement. When she's not watching house flipping shows or dreaming about buying a vacation home, she writes fiction. Barbara's debut novel is due out later this year.
    My Grandma’s Simple Laundry Trick That Gets Bathroom Towels So Fluffy and Clean
    Organize & Clean
    This gets towels to spa-level softness.
    Allison Ditmer
    yesterday
    Here’s How “Witches Stairs” Came to Be — And Why You Might Want Some
    You can blame urban legend for the eerie nickname.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    2 days ago
    I Tried 3 DIY Grout Cleaners — And One of Them Blew Me Away
    I tested out three methods: a combo of hydrogen peroxide and baking soda, water and baking soda, and warm water and vinegar.
    Laura Schocker
    3 days ago
    I Just Discovered a Grandma-Approved Trick for Cleaning Stainless Steel (It’s So Effective!)
    Say goodbye to streaks!
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Oct 2, 2024
    The 61-Year Old-Detail You Can't Ignore When You're House Hunting
    Lots of people care about ZIP codes. Here’s why you should, too.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Oct 1, 2024
    Your Cleaning Products Might Be the Cause of Your Allergies
    Here’s everything you need to know.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Sep 28, 2024
    I Tried the Broom Hack to Clean My Shower, and Now I’ll Use It Forever
    I’m so glad I tried it.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Sep 26, 2024
    3 Mistakes That Ruin Your Real Estate Photos
    These three kiss-of-death mistakes are ruining your listing photos.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Sep 25, 2024
    I Just Discovered a $1 Trick to Getting Rid of Food Smells in the Kitchen
    It works so well!
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Sep 17, 2024
    This Is the Best Way to Get Rid of Any Stubborn Fish Smells in Your House
    No more bad fish odors!
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Sep 13, 2024
    A Pro Cleaner Swears By This Unexpected Find for Cleaning Their Whole Home, and I’m Shocked (It’s Ingenious!)
    It surprised me!
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Sep 11, 2024
    We Gave a Pro Cleaner $25 — Here’s What She Bought at IKEA
    See what she’d buy at her local store.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Sep 4, 2024
    Why You Should Use a Paintbrush the Next Time You Clean (It’s a Brilliant Trick!)
    You should try this clever trick!
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Sep 3, 2024
    I’d Never Clean My Washer with Toothpaste and Lemon — I Follow This Brilliant Method Instead
    Appliance pros agree with me.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Aug 28, 2024
    An Expert Reveals the 3 Biggest Things That Could Spike (or Slash!) Your Property Taxes
    What to know about a monthly payment you’ll be on the hook for — for life.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Aug 27, 2024
    7 Things a Financial Advisor Says to Do with Your Money Before 30
    Living
    Compound interest is a beautiful thing.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Aug 13, 2023
    I Sent a Pro Organizer Photos of My “Chaotic” Kitchen Cabinets, and Here’s How She Helped Me
    Her advice was gold.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Aug 20, 2024
    4 Types of Questions Hiring Managers Love to Hear in Job Interviews
    Living
    Bookmark this for your next interview.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Aug 9, 2023
    3 Reasons to Consider Buying a House Next to a School
    There’s more nuance to it than you think.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Aug 13, 2024
    Laundry Bluing Is the Secret to Brighter, Whiter Clothes
    Here’s how to use it.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Aug 12, 2024
    5 Things You Should Never Steam Clean
    According to cleaning pros.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Aug 5, 2024
    I Tried the “Didn’t Know” Rule and Decluttered So Much in 10 Minutes
    I can’t believe how quickly I decluttered.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Aug 3, 2024
    This Is Why You Shouldn't Mix Baking Soda and Vinegar for Cleaning
    Combining soda and vinegar won’t hurt anyone — but don’t expect the mixture to do a good job cleaning, either.
    Ashley Abramson
    Jul 31, 2024
    18 Ways to Squeeze Extra Storage Out of a Small Closet
    Living in a little apartment can have its own special joys, but small closets aren't one of them.
    Nancy Mitchell
    Jul 30, 2024
    These 42 Desk Organization Ideas Will Inspire You to Be Productive
    An organized desk isn’t just about the aesthetic — it’s also about function.
    Ashley Abramson
    Jul 29, 2024
    5 Easy Ways to Remove Grease and Oil Stains
    Not only do oil stains seem to stand out like a sore thumb on your clothes; they’re also notoriously difficult to remove.
    Ashley Abramson
    Jul 26, 2024
    14 Clever Board Game Storage Ideas for Your Collection
    Store your board games in style.
    Rena Behar
    Jul 25, 2024
    Rubbing Alcohol Is Great for Cleaning, but Here Are 7 Things You Should Never Do
    Read this before using it around your home.
    Ashley Abramson
    Jul 24, 2024
    7 Decluttering Secrets Pro Organizers Always Tell Their Clients
    Because mindset is as important as method.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Jul 21, 2024
    You Should Really Think Twice Before Using The Pink Stuff in These 5 Spots
    It’s a miracle cleaner, but it has its limits.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Jul 11, 2024
    The Easiest Way to Clean One of The Dirtiest Parts of Your Oven (in 3 Steps!)
    Cleaning
    Hint: It’s not by using self-cleaning mode.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Jul 9, 2024
    I Used the Pink Stuff to Clean Scratches off My Mugs and Pans
    Cleaning
    You have to see how well it worked.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Jul 8, 2024
    We Asked 7 Experts for Their Best Advice on Renting After Being Evicted
    There are extra steps you can take to secure your next apartment.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Jul 3, 2024
    Is Trisodium Phosphate Too Dangerous to Use for Cleaning?
    Here’s the truth about this controversial cleaning agent.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Jun 27, 2024
    5 Items That’ll Upgrade Your Bathroom for Less Than $10, According to A Home Stager
    REAL ESTATE
    Whether you’re looking to welcome guests or woo buyers.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Jun 24, 2024
    The Trick to Washing White Clothes so They Stay White
    Cleaning
    Get your clothes looking their best and brightest!
    Barbara Bellesi Zito
    Jun 22, 2024