You already know that maintaining your car by changing the oil when you should, checking tire pressure regularly, and getting an engine tune-up once in a while is a great way to save money by preventing further expensive repairs down the road.
Archive | Home Improvement
Small Home Maintenance Projects That Save You Money
by Daniela Baker on May 2, 2012 in Home Improvement, Homeowners Tips
Gardening with Kids: Ages 8–12
by Dominique Charrette on April 24, 2012 in Family Focus, Home Improvement, Homeowners Tips
When gardening with kids ages 8-12, we have to go beyond sunlight and water and into a more in-depth explanation of photosynthesis. Don’t worry if you remember a stitch about it, I’ll give you some easy-to-explain points.
22 Earth Day Tips For Your Home
by Victoria Araj on April 19, 2012 in Family Focus, Home Improvement, Homeowners Tips, Smart Shopper
Earth Day is meant to bring awareness to the ways we can preserve our planet and resources. As a homeowner, you can help the environment and your wallet, whether you are selling your home, buying a new home or simply taking advantage of low mortgage rates. Since Earth Day is April 22 this year, here are 22 ways you can cut back on waste and energy consumption.
5 Must-Have Power Tools for Your Garage
by Jonathan Slappey on April 18, 2012 in Home Improvement
Most DIY homeowners would agree that there is nothing more frustrating than knowing how to repair something, but lacking the proper tools to do so. In an attempt to save you time and wasted effort, I present you with the five must-have power tools for your garage.
Easy Solutions for a Problem Lawn
by Amanda Pallay on April 13, 2012 in Home Improvement, Homeowners Tips
I’ve been spending a lot of time hanging outside staring at my sad, patchy, pokey lawn, wishing instead it were soft and lush. As a result, I’ve spent the past few days researching and reviewing the solutions you need to take in order to fix a problem lawn. If your yard could use a little sprucing or needs some serious help like mine, this list should really help. Let me know how it goes!
5 Don’ts of DIY Home Improvements
by Jonathan Slappey on April 12, 2012 in Home & Family, Home Improvement, Homeowners Tips, Smart Shopper
Do-it-yourself home improvement projects can be the most cost-efficient way to repair or add value to your home. In an effort to guide you away from the common pitfalls of do-it-yourself upgrades, I present you with five don’ts of DIY home improvements.
Gain More Closet Space with Unique Storage Options
by Jonathan Slappey on April 10, 2012 in Home Improvement, Homeowners Tips, Smart Shopper, Trends
If you’re married or share a home with a loved one, impromptu purchases are twice as likely to happen on any given day, shrinking your closet space, one purchase at a time. Before you resort to hanging your clothes in your kitchen or storing your shoes on the mantel, I present you with unique storage options to gain more closet space.
5 Professional Landscaping Tips
by Jonathan Slappey on March 29, 2012 in Home Improvement, Homeowners Tips
In an effort to help you upgrade your home’s curb appeal, I present you with five professional landscaping tips!

5 Tips to Green Your Lawn
by Jonathan Slappey on March 23, 2012 in Home Improvement, Homeowners Tips
Many people employ various methods to prevent their lawn from turning brown. Here are five tips to help green your lawn.

Create a Pet-Friendly Garden
by Victoria Araj on March 22, 2012 in Family Focus, Featured, Home Improvement, Homeowners Tips
Before you dig up that soil, consider creating a pet-friendly garden that both you and your pet can enjoy without any danger to them or your landscaping creations.
