As more and more millennials are swooping in to lease smaller houses and apartments, many are struggling to find a place for their belongings. We have all this stuff but nowhere to put it. Not only can clutter have negative effects on the property, but it can also affect the mind. Despite one’s best intentions, piles of “stuff” can take up valuable territory — physically and even emotionally. Besides the lack of ample square footage, there are reasons why clutter...
Are you aware of the impact your shopping choices may have on the environment? Many people don’t realize the tremendous impact that agriculture and the production of food have on the environment, or that they can help lessen that impact with their purchasing decisions. Buying locally produced food can help you reduce your overall grocery carbon footprint, as can choosing companies that use sustainable packaging. To learn more about what you can do to help protect the environment,...
You will be surprised to know that windows are among the most neglected areas in a house. While people spend thousands of rupees on home décor, they fail to see the need for window replacement or upgrading. Windows are equally important as any other element in your house. Replacement of windows can give your house an entirely new look and feel. Replacing windows with new ones will not only make your house look attractive but also increase its value if you ever plan to sell...
The first and most important factor in determining if a total bath remodel will be cost-effective is the age and condition of your current bathroom. If it’s modern, energy-efficient, and there are no significant issues with water pressure or humidity levels, then a remodel may not make sense. However, if your bathroom looks outdated, has oppressive humidity or water pressure issues, then it is time to remodel. Bathrooms are one of the remaining places in our lives that...
The idea behind place-based education is simple yet compelling: It uses the environment around you, and even the entire world, to learn. Instead of learning and memorizing by rote, students apply what they learn. After all, the purpose of knowledge is to be able to use what you learn in real-world situations, whether at home or in a career, and this type of learning facilitates that. While place-based education may seem like a new concept, the idea of incorporating local issues...
One of the best parts about summer is sitting outside and relaxing with your friends while enjoying a few drinks. If you’re looking for something that will keep your guests entertained as they mingle, yard spinners are perfect for you! These spinning tools have many different shapes and colors to choose from, but it can be hard to figure out which one is right for you. In this article, we will talk about five-yard spinners at the top of their class when it comes to quality...
There are many brands of luxury vinyl flooring, but it can be easy to focus on the brand and not what you want from the product. After all, it is you this flooring has to work for. Vinyl flooring brands are quick to point out that theirs is the best one on the market. Each brand has a wood effect, they also cover stone, slate, marble, and many other replicated designs for your floor. The difference comes in their specific designs and varying costs. It’s seen a huge...
It doesn’t matter who you are, if you’re a parent, of course you’re going to want to do everything in your power to keep them safe from harm. Although we can’t keep the tykes in a bubble when they’re out in the world, we can at least make sure our home is a safe place for them. We got some top agent insights regarding the best ways to child-proof our homes and here are the top 9 tips. 1. Use safety gates This may seem like a no-brainer, but indoor safety...
House prices have soared since the end of the first COVID-19 lockdown in May 2021, and estate agents are still struggling to keep up with buyer demand. The most popular properties are sold before many potential buyers have the chance to view them. In this market, selling a property is relatively easy (unless you have a hard-to-sell home). But how can you achieve a quick house sale in a buyer’s market? House prices are expected to fall when the government’s job retention...
The summer break is here, and that means six weeks of keeping the kids entertained. Having the little ones at home for that long period of time can be costly, stressful and chaotic. During this time it is so important to keep the children active, and not let them sit around lounging on the sofa watching tv or playing on their digital consoles and phones. Learn how to keep the kids fit and active during the summer break without having to leave the house every day! 1....
