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Sarah Magnuson

Chicago, IL

Sarah Magnuson is a Chicago-based, Rockford, Illinois-born and bred writer and comedian. She has bachelor’s degrees in English and Sociology and a master’s degree in Public Service Management. When she’s not interviewing real estate experts or sharing her thoughts on laundry chutes (major proponent), Sarah can be found producing sketch comedy shows and liberating retro artifacts from her parents’ basement.
30 Spooky-Fun Halloween Party Ideas That Will Make You Want to Host
Living
From chocolate martinis to floating candles, here’s how to celebrate Halloween.
Sarah Magnuson
Sep 25, 2023
This “Girl Math” Mindset Shift Makes Me Feel Like I’m Making Bonus Money
Living
Sure, I’ll treat myself for “free.”
Sarah Magnuson
Sep 19, 2023
I Sent a Stager Photos of My Bathroom — Here’s What She Told Me to Toss
Real Estate
This room has always baffled me.
Sarah Magnuson
Sep 12, 2023
The $10 Kitchen Find That Saves So Much Time (And Takes Up No Space)
Living
I can’t believe I lived so long without it.
Sarah Magnuson
Sep 10, 2023
I Tried "Postage Stamp" Vacuuming and It's Saved My Life
Living
It’s a must-try for pet parents.
Sarah Magnuson
Sep 7, 2023
Meet the Resale Value-Boosting Feature Known as a "FROG"
REAL ESTATE
They’re not even green.
Sarah Magnuson
Sep 3, 2023
6 Log Cabin Kits You Can Buy for Under $60K
There’s definitely an option for every type of forest sprite.
Sarah Magnuson
Aug 28, 2023
20 Funny Things to Ask Alexa When You’re Bored at Home
Living
Alexa, tell me a dad joke.
Sarah Magnuson
Aug 23, 2023
30 Fun Instagram Captions for Your Summer Photo Dump
Living
“She's brought a ludicrously capacious bag.”
Sarah Magnuson
Aug 22, 2023
6 Little Goodies That'll Make Your House Keys Sparkle
Real Estate
Why not add a little personality to utility?
Sarah Magnuson
Aug 13, 2023
5 Places to Buy Geodesic Dome House Kits
They're affordable *and* sustainable.
Sarah Magnuson
Aug 11, 2023
The 1970s Layout Feature That’s Making a Huge Comeback
Real Estate
It’s taking off in new construction homes.
Sarah Magnuson
Jul 2, 2023
I Love Dolly Parton's Retro (and Free!) Hack for Wrapping Gifts
Living
You probably already have this lying around your home.
Sarah Magnuson
Jun 27, 2023
The One Wedding Registry Item You Should Never Be Ashamed to Ask For
Living
This probably isn’t on your list, but it should be.
Sarah Magnuson
Jun 21, 2023
My Dad’s Critical Piece of Real Estate Advice for Homebuyers with Kids
Real Estate
He speaks from experience.
Sarah Magnuson
Jun 18, 2023
The One Area Rug a Home Stager Gets Asked About the Most
It's a crowd-pleaser.
Sarah Magnuson
Jun 14, 2023
10 Affordable Life-Changing Household Items I Wish I’d Purchased 10 Years Ago
How did I live all these years without this $2.50 staple?
Sarah Magnuson
Jun 12, 2023
25 Ways to Make Your After-Work Hours Feel Like Weekends
Living
Here’s how to separate your 9-5 from your 5-9.
Sarah Magnuson
May 11, 2023
The TikTok Grocery Hack That Saved Me $12 in the Cheese Aisle
Living
It chopped the cost of my charcuterie board in half.
Sarah Magnuson
Apr 27, 2023
5 Ways Debby Ryan and Josh Dun’s Home Completely Disregards Resale Value
REAL ESTATE
It’s a masterclass in leaving your mark (and not caring about a renovation’s ROI).
Sarah Magnuson
Apr 18, 2023
The Cheap, Retro Staple That Saves Me Space in Every Room
Living
It's overlooked — but it shouldn’t be!
Sarah Magnuson
Apr 18, 2023
The One Tool a Chef Says to Banish from Your Kitchen Counters
LIving
It’s taking up space and ruining your tools.
Sarah Magnuson
Apr 17, 2023
3 Projects to Prioritize If You're Not Living in Your "Forever Home"
These investments are perfect for our "for now" home.
Sarah Magnuson
Mar 18, 2023
The Simple, Low-Waste Kitchen Swap That Makes Me Feel So Fancy
I always thought I had to have a formal dining room to have this.
Sarah Magnuson
Mar 13, 2023
9 Soothing, No-Thinking-Needed Activities to Do When You Just Can't Anymore
Try these when your mind just needs a rest.
Sarah Magnuson
Feb 27, 2023
I Asked a Bartender What My Small Bar Cart Absolutely Needs
Here's what he said.
Sarah Magnuson
Feb 25, 2023
My "Meat Provided, Bring a Side" Party Invite Rule Makes Hosting a Breeze
Attempting to be an overly gracious “cool host” is a fruitless endeavor.
Sarah Magnuson
Feb 22, 2023
The Houseplants a Home Stager Always Puts in Bedrooms
Here's why.
Sarah Magnuson
Feb 14, 2023
The $10 Life-Changing Bathroom Product I Wish I’d Purchased Years Ago
The ultimate sidekick for stinky situations.
Sarah Magnuson
Feb 11, 2023
7 Affordable Kitchen Tools Under $30 a Chef Always Buys from Amazon
Including the only dish towels you'll need.
Sarah Magnuson
Feb 5, 2023
The Simple (But Super Fun) Game My Husband and I Always Play
It passes the time in the best way.
Sarah Magnuson
Jan 24, 2023
I Sent a Chef Photos of My Utensil Drawer — Here's What He Told Me to Get Rid Of
Here are the 3 things I got wrong — and one I got right.
Sarah Magnuson
Jan 9, 2023
Why I Traded My Traditional Christmas Tree for a Bright Pink, Plastic One
It marries the best of Kitschmas past and present.
Sarah Magnuson
Dec 10, 2022
I Regret Ignoring My Mom’s Advice After Buying My First House
Here's why.
Sarah Magnuson
Dec 9, 2022
6 Things I’ll Never Do as a Neighbor
Because I learned the hard way.
Sarah Magnuson
Dec 2, 2022
I Sent a Chef Photos of My Countertops — Here's What He Told Me to Get Rid Of
The three things I got wrong about my kitchen counters — and two I got right.
Sarah Magnuson
Dec 2, 2022