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I Tried the 90/90 Rule and My Closet Is Now Fully Decluttered
Organizing
And it only took an hour.
Jennifer Billock
Jan 13, 2024
The One Resolution to Make This Year, Based on Numerology
Life
Do you know your life path number?
Jennifer Billock
Jan 8, 2024
The Right Way to Wash Shoes in the Washing Machine
Cleaning
And mistakes to avoid.
Jennifer Billock
Dec 23, 2023
How to Fix Hot, Dead, or Stuck Pixels on Your Screen
See if you can fix it yourself!
Taryn Williford
Dec 18, 2023
7 Places to Donate Your Cardboard Boxes After You Move
REAL ESTATE
That is, if you don’t want to hold onto some to make forts with.
Jennifer Billock
Dec 11, 2023
37 of the Best Board Games for Families, Adults, Couples, or Anyone
Life
Never wonder what to play on your next game night again.
Ashley Abramson
Dec 9, 2023
The 13 Best Gift Exchange Games to Play at Your Next Holiday Party
Happy Hosting!
Everyone leaves with a present!
Jennifer Billock
Dec 6, 2023
These Free Bingo Cards Are What Your Next Holiday Party Needs
Life
Here’s how to gamify your next Hallmark movie binge.
Jennifer Billock
Dec 6, 2023
A Celebrity Stylist Shares the Secret to Cleaning Hair Brushes in Minutes
Cleaning
Plus, how often you should be cleaning it.
Jennifer Billock
Nov 30, 2023
10 Ways to Remove Cigarette Smells from Furniture
Get rid of any smoky smells that are lingering on precious pieces of vintage furniture.
MaryAnne Petrella
Nov 27, 2023
Love the Furniture in That Real Estate Listing Photo? It’s Probably AI
The real reason you’re seeing more AI-generated images in home listings now.
Jennifer Billock
Nov 20, 2023
Unclog a Drain Naturally with This Simple Home Remedy
Cleaning
And you’ll only need four ingredients!
Jennifer Billock
Nov 15, 2023

Latest Stories

4 Things to Know About Moving a Peloton to Your New Home
Unfortunately, it's not as easy as riding a bike.
Jennifer Billock
Nov 11, 2023
5 Ways to Remove Red Wine Stains
Cleaning
According to a laundry pro.
Jennifer Billock
Nov 3, 2023
5 Ways to Remove Red Wine Stains, According to a Laundry Pro
Oh no! A guest at your holiday party has spilled red wine on your tablecloth. Or your white couch. Or your carpet. (Hey, accidents happen!) It’s time to do some triage. First, resist the urge to scrub the spot.“Rubbing the stain, whether with a cloth or sponge, can lead to it setting deeper into your fabric and becoming more difficult to remove,” says Matt Connelly, CEO and founder of ihateironing, an on-demand laundry and dry-cleaning service.
Jennifer Billock
Nov 3, 2023
Aldi’s $7 Astrology-Themed Cat Houses Are Flying Off Shelves
Living
It comes with cat scratchers and catnip, to boot.
Jennifer Billock
Oct 20, 2023
The Best Hack for Cleaning Your Mirrors? Club Soda.
Organize & Clean
This is the cheapest, easiest way to clean glass.
Jennifer Billock
Oct 9, 2023
6 "Beige Flags" You'll Spot While Touring an Apartment
Real Estate
While they may be beige for you, they could be green (or red!) for others.
Jennifer Billock
Oct 8, 2023
I Tried the “One Bag a Day” Decluttering Method for a Week
Organize & Clean
It was actually harder than I expected.
Jennifer Billock
Oct 6, 2023
This Is a Real Estate Pro’s Favorite Section of Costco
Real Estate
For home staging tricks.
Jennifer Billock
Oct 1, 2023
3 Homebuyers on Why They Bought Houses Smaller than 800 Square Feet
Real Estate
Small houses can be more economically feasible.
Jennifer Billock
Sep 27, 2023
You Need to Clean Your Dryer Vent to Prevent a Future Fire
Organize & Clean
Here’s how.
Jennifer Billock
Sep 21, 2023
6 Signs It’s Time to Get a New Washing Machine
Organize & Clean
Appliance pros share how long washers last and when to start shopping for a new one.
Jennifer Billock
Sep 16, 2023
How Early Is Too Early to Decorate for Halloween?
Living
Asking for a friend.
Jennifer Billock
Sep 14, 2023

Latest Stories

What the Color of Your Mailbox Says About You
Real Estate
According to real estate experts.
Jennifer Billock
Sep 6, 2023
Why One Home Inspector Says to Be Wary of "Basement Smell"
Real Estate
It’s typically not a good thing.
Jennifer Billock
Sep 5, 2023
This Is How You Can Shrink a Sweater
Organize & Clean
According to laundry pros.
Jennifer Billock
Aug 29, 2023
15 Halloween Game Ideas to Try After You've Carved All the Pumpkins
Living
Try these spooky-fun games with the whole family.
Jennifer Billock
Aug 29, 2023
7 Essential Oils You Can Use for Your Laundry
Organize & Clean
And how to use them properly.
Jennifer Billock
Aug 16, 2023
10 Quick Board & Card Games That Take Less Than an Hour to Play
Living
Tired of hours-long games? These take 60 minutes or less from start to finish.
Jennifer Billock
Aug 6, 2023
I Would Never Organize My Books by Color
Organize & Clean
Here’s what I do instead.
Jennifer Billock
Jul 14, 2023
Ever Heard of “Chicago Windows”? Here’s How to Spot Them.
Real Estate
They’re actually not named after the city.
Jennifer Billock
Jul 8, 2023
The Room Spray That Has Friends Asking How My Home Smells So Good
Living
It turns the room into a sanctuary.
Jennifer Billock
Jun 26, 2023
How to Get Rid of Drain Flies and Fruit Flies
Organize & Clean
And how to tell the difference between the two.
Jennifer Billock
Jun 23, 2023
Why You Should Clean Your Suitcase Immediately After a Trip
Organize & Clean
According to cleaning pros, you should be cleaning it right away. Here’s why and how to do it.
Jennifer Billock
Jun 16, 2023
What the Color of Your Front Door Says About You
Real Estate
According to folklore.
Jennifer Billock
Jun 13, 2023

Latest Stories

5 Things You Should Always Do at the Airport Before Boarding
Living
According to flight attendants and gold status flyers.
Jennifer Billock
Jun 12, 2023
5 Dollar-Tree Finds Every First-Time Homeowner Needs
Dollar Tree to the rescue.
Jennifer Billock
Jun 7, 2023
The One Thing Home Inspectors Want You to Know About Gutters
This single piece of advice is worthwhile.
Jennifer Billock
Jun 5, 2023
I Tried the "Move-Out Method" and It Cleared Out My Closet in 2 Hours
Organize & Clean
This decluttering method helped me finally conquer my clutter.
Jennifer Billock
May 30, 2023
You Should Pack a Kitchen Cabinet Before Anything Else When You Move
Real Estate
Here’s why one moving logistic expert swears by it.
Jennifer Billock
May 17, 2023
What You Need to Know Before Spraying Your Yard for Mosquitoes
Organize & Clean
According to pest experts.
Jennifer Billock
May 14, 2023
Real Estate Pros Want You to Paint Your Home These Colors
Real Estate
Just promise not to paint that beautiful brownstone, limestone, or brick facade.
Jennifer Billock
May 5, 2023
5 Simple Front Yard Projects Realtors Say You Should Do Every Year
Real Estate
These quick fixes give an instant boost of curb appeal.
Jennifer Billock
May 1, 2023
What Is a "Split Bedroom" and Why Would I Want One?
Real Estate
Experts recommend them for a few specific groups.
Jennifer Billock
Apr 20, 2023
7 Little Luxuries to Treat Yourself After Doing All Those Deep-Cleaning Tasks This Spring
Organize & Clean
Done with spring cleaning? Treat yourself to these little luxuries.
Jennifer Billock
Apr 23, 2023
Is There a Minimum Size for a Bedroom? Here's What Experts Say.
Real Estate
Check to see if your bedroom meets legal requirements.
Jennifer Billock
Apr 22, 2023
4 Trends You're Going to See in Every Real Estate Listing Photo This Year
Real Estate
Keep an eye out for these while Zillow scrolling.
Jennifer Billock
Apr 5, 2023