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Tips for Selling a Home during the Winter

By Carlos on January 22, 2018 Home

Selling a home in the middle of winter presents a unique set of challenges. Your home might not show well in the middle of winter if you live where it is cold. The grass dies, the trees are bare and people might see your home in its best light. Sell your home faster in the winter with these helpful tips. Keep the Path Clear Potential buyers won’t have a good impression of your home if they’re unable to make their way down the walkway or driveway because of snow. Keep a path clear and make sure that your home is…

Winter Maintenance Tips for Outdoor Lighting

By Carlos on January 21, 2018 Seasonal

Outdoor lighting provides many benefits to the exterior of your home. It provides curb appeal by showing off your homes best features and provides a way to safely navigate the terrain when you come home at night. Lighting your home can also protect you from thieves. Wintertime is when the darkness lasts the longest, when you need lights the most. For that reason, it is essential to keep your lighting maintained all year long, but especially during the winter. Here are some tips to maintain your outdoor lighting this winter. Clean the Lights Anytime you have precipitation, whether it is…

How to Make Money Shoveling Snow

By Carlos on January 14, 2018 Money

Opportunities arise when the snow starts to fall. If you’re looking to make extra cash, you can earn money in the winter by shoveling snow. Here are some helpful tips on how to turn snow shoveling into a lucrative business. Communicate Unlike summer services like arbor care, irrigation installation, or lawn maintenance, plowing snow requires urgency. If you fail to remove snow from a local client’s parking a lot at a scheduled time, you’ll likely to lose their business the following year. How do you avoid mistakes like these? Talk to your clients in order to meet schedules and provide…

How to Dress for Winter Weather on a Budget

By Carlos on January 10, 2018 Seasonal

You don’t have to drop a bundle of cash to look good in the winter. You can look like a million bucks with minimal investment. Be warm and stylish while dressing for winter weather on a budget. Invest in Winter-Wear Staples Winter clothes get a lot more wear and tear than your spring or summer staples because they’re exposed to harsher conditions. A beautiful pair of boots can be paired with less expensive items for a look that’s enduring and fabulous. Pick your investment items in saturated, cool weather colors like black, warm brown or deep burgundy. For footwear, look…

Wallet-Friendly Winter Activities for the Entire Family

By Carlos on January 6, 2018 Family

Spending quality time with the family doesn’t have to break the bank. Check out these wallet-friendly winter activities that the entire family can enjoy. Play in the snow There are a couple of ways you can plan a week’s family vacation to the snowy mountains or your local ski resort on a budget. See if any of your friends or family members will lend you their place in exchange for a service or favor. Do some research about local ski resorts, bed & breakfasts, cabins or hotels that might offer you a family discount during an off-season. A good time…

How to Pick the Perfect Snow Blower this Winter

By Carlos on December 22, 2017 Frugal Friday, Seasonal

If you think that it’s time that you made the switch from your trusty old shovel to a snow blower, you have made the right choice. A good snow blower is a huge advantage to any household that has to deal with a good amount of snow. There are different kinds of snow blowers on the market, each of them coming with their own set of specifications, pros and cons. If you want a product that meets all your needs, figure out how the area you will be covering and the density of the snow in the area before you…

Tips for Grooming Dogs for Winter Weather

By Carlos on December 16, 2017 Pets

Grooming is just as important for your dog in the winter months as it is in the summer. You may think you can go without grooming, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. You need to look out for specific issues that are particularly problematic when the weather turns cold. This guide will outline some tips and information on grooming dogs for winter weather. Keep Them Warm Whether taking a trip to the groomer’s or just giving a bath at home, it’s important to keep your dog warm. Turn up the heat in your home or in your car…

Frugal Winter Car Hacks that Really Work

By Carlos on December 1, 2017 Frugal Friday, Wheels and Water

What do a chalkboard eraser, a pair of socks, and a lighter have in common? They’re all life-changing winter car hacks. The winter brings frosty windshields, ice and frozen door locks. Since the snowy season is quickly approaching, head to your local dollar store and pick up a few inexpensive household items that will make your life so much easier this coming winter. Get Unstuck Quickly Snow makes it difficult to drive your car. One way to move your car is by using cardboard. Keep a piece of cardboard in your trunk and place it under your tires when your…

How to Close Your Pool in the Fall

By Angela on October 4, 2017 Home, Seasonal

Every year, the time comes when summer is officially over and so is swimming season. The temperatures are turning cooler and the swimsuits and goggles have been packed away. It’s time to start thinking about closing your pool for the fall and winter. If you’re going through this process for the very first time, rest assured it isn’t complicated. Follow these steps to successfully close your pool before the winter season. Time your closing well If you close your pool too early, you risk an algae and mold problem that you will have to deal with in the spring. You…

How to Pack Away and Protect your Summer Wardrobe

By Angela on September 12, 2017 Seasonal

Wintertime is approaching, it’s time to pack away your summer wardrobe and bring out the sweaters, scarves and other warm things. Take time this year to carefully pack away your seasonal clothing. Come next summer, you will be so glad that you took the time now to protect and store your summer wardrobe. Sort and Decide If you are like me, you probably have a lot of things in your closet that you haven’t worn in months. Pull everything out of your closet, bureau and dresser drawers. Sort through all your clothing and decide what you will keep, what you…

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