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Lauren Wellbank

Lehigh Valley

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Lauren Wellbank is a freelance writer with more than a decade of experience in the mortgage industry. Her writing has also appeared on HuffPost, Washington Post, Martha Stewart Living, and more. When she's not writing she can be found spending time with her growing family in the Lehigh Valley area of Pennsylvania.

Latest Stories

I Tried the “Hushing the House” Decluttering Method on My Dining Room
I'm so happy with the results.
Lauren Wellbank
Sep 8, 2025
Why You Should Change Your Ceiling Fan Direction This Winter
According to pros, it’ll save you energy and money.
Lauren Wellbank
Aug 18, 2025
9 Ways to Add Moisture to the Air Without a Humidifier
Don't dry out this winter.
Ashley Poskin
Jan 9, 2025
I Tried the “Don’t Know” Storage Hack, and Now I’ll Keep Using It
It’s so smart!
Lauren Wellbank
Nov 25, 2024
The Surprising Spot in Your Bathroom That Never Gets Cleaned
According to experts.
Lauren Wellbank
Nov 19, 2024
The Best Way to Get Rid of the Smell of Mothballs
According to experts.
Lauren Wellbank
Nov 13, 2024
4 Smart Methods That’ll Help You Get Rid of That Mold Smell
According to experts.
Lauren Wellbank
Oct 22, 2024
I Tried the “2-Minute Rule” to Declutter, and Now I’ll Keep Using It
It’s a quick and easy way to multitask.
Lauren Wellbank
Oct 12, 2024
5 Tried-and-True Methods to Get Rid of Urine Smells at Home
Learn how to clean things up when accidents happen.
Lauren Wellbank
Oct 8, 2024
5 Super Common Things You Don’t Realize Are Tanking Your Home’s Value
Real Estate
They could cost you big time.
Lauren Wellbank
Aug 6, 2023
The One Big Difference Between Condos and Apartments
While they do have things in common, here’s how to tell them apart.
Lauren Wellbank
Jul 1, 2024
Everything to Know About Homesteading (and Why It’s All Over TikTok)
Real Estate
Experts say start small.
Lauren Wellbank
May 2, 2024
That Black Stuff Around Your Windows May Be a Sign of a Bigger Problem
Cleaning
Here’s why.
Lauren Wellbank
Mar 28, 2024
The Best Way to Get Rid of Mice in Your Home (and Keep Them Out!)
Cleaning
According to a pest expert.
Lauren Wellbank
Mar 27, 2024
We Asked 3 Pro Cleaners for the Best Way to Clean Soap Scum in Bathrooms — Here’s What They Said
Cleaning
Here’s what they had to say.
Lauren Wellbank
Mar 25, 2024
What to Do After You’ve Spilled Water on Your Laptop to Try and Save It
Cleaning
Spilling water on your laptop can be a nightmare, but knowing what to do next can save your device.
Lauren Wellbank
Feb 27, 2024
I Tried Going “No Contact” with My Clutter, and It Made Me Miss My Stuff
Organizing
It was easier said than done.
Lauren Wellbank
Feb 24, 2024
11 Ways to Clean Your Whole Home with Apple Cider Vinegar
This fermented wonder is useful all over the place.
Sarah Landrum
Feb 6, 2024
The One Thing You Should Know About Cleaning with Borax
Borax is making a comeback as a "natural" cleaner, but there's one thing you should know before you add it to your arsenal.
geraldinemcampbell
Feb 5, 2024
This Surprising Coin-Cleaning Method Uses a Popular Condiment
Pay close attention to tip number one if you have valuable coins.
Lauren Wellbank
Jan 6, 2024
This DIY Treatment Is the Secret to Cleaner Laundry (Seriously!)
Cleaning
It can also clear clogged drains!
Lauren Wellbank
Jan 3, 2024
This Is How Often the Pros Say You Should Be Vacuuming Each Week
Cleaning
You’re probably not vacuuming as often as you should be.
Lauren Wellbank
Dec 21, 2023
4 Things Nobody Tells You About Buying a Home Near a State Border
REAL ESTATE
Sometimes you can get the best of both worlds when you’re on the border of two states.
Lauren Wellbank
Dec 17, 2023
How You Can Wash Wool at Home Without Ruining It
Cleaning
According to a laundry pro.
Lauren Wellbank
Dec 10, 2023
3 Lessons These Buyers Learned in Their First-Time Homeowners Era
REAL ESTATE
They learned the hard way so you don’t have to.
Lauren Wellbank
Dec 7, 2023
4 Ways to Ensure You’re Buying in the Right Community for You
Real Estate
A DEI expert breaks down the steps to take before you buy.
Lauren Wellbank
Nov 30, 2023
6 DIY Face Masks to Make for a Spa Day at Home
Wellness
Beauty pros shares their best homemade face mask ideas.
Lauren Wellbank
Nov 24, 2023
Make This 4-Ingredient Homemade Toothpaste When You’re in a Pinch
Cleaning
You can avoid everything from stinky breath to gingivitis with this dentist-recommended recipe.
Lauren Wellbank
Nov 20, 2023
You Can Pay Rent with a Credit Card — But Here’s Why You Shouldn’t
REAL ESTATE
For starters, it's a good way to rack up unnecessary credit card debt.
Lauren Wellbank
Nov 19, 2023
This Surprisingly Fun Icebreaker Turns Strangers Into Fast Friends
Happy Hosting!
Your guests will remember it for years!
Lauren Wellbank
Nov 15, 2023
Can You Live in a Storage Unit?
There are many reasons why the answer is no.
Lauren Wellbank
Nov 4, 2023
4 Frank Lloyd Wright Homes for Sale Across America Right Now
Real Estate
Care to own a piece of design history?
Lauren Wellbank
Oct 31, 2023
3 Homebuyers Reveal Why They Regret Buying Flipped Houses
Real Estate
These horror stories aren’t pretty.
Lauren Wellbank
Oct 24, 2023
How to Clean Curtains and Drapes at Home
Organize & Clean
According to a laundry pro.
Lauren Wellbank
Oct 8, 2023
6 Frugal Habits Pro Budgeters Swear by for Saving Money
Living
One pro says this tip cuts her grocery bill by up to $100.
Lauren Wellbank
Oct 4, 2023
How to Get Stubborn Coffee Stains Out of Carpet
Organize & Clean
Coffee stains are surprisingly easy to remove with these pro tips.
Lauren Wellbank
Sep 18, 2023