Yep, you guessed it: it’s time to put your organizing shoes on again and dance right into your kitchen. If dancing’s not your thing, that’s cool. It’s not mine either, but it seems like it might make organizing more enjoyable (especially when coupled with some funky jams from my dad’s Pure Disco CD collection).
Organizing Your Kitchen
by Stephanie Koske on February 17, 2012 in Home & Family, Home Improvement, Homeowners Tips
Martha Stewart: Winter Housekeeping Tips
by Jonathan Slappey on February 15, 2012 in Homeowners Tips
Martha Stewart has listed 20 winter housekeeping tips for homeowners on her website. Read on to discover the top five.
Real Ways to Show You Care on Valentine’s Day – and Every Day
by Shannon Martin on February 14, 2012 in Homeowners Tips, Zing Zone
So, it’s Valentine’s Day. For some people it means showing affection in extravagant and expensive ways. Some people opt for the standard heart-shaped box of chocolates or a bouquet of roses. Some don’t celebrate at all.
The Quicken Loans Mortgage Calculator Has Arrived!
by Eric Mally on February 13, 2012 in Home Buying, Homeowners Tips, Inside Quicken Loans, Smart Shopper, Trends
Ever want to calculate an interest rate that best meets your financial goals while at your daughter’s dance recital? What about trying to figure out the best term to pay off your mortgage and save the most money when you’re in line at the grocery store? Have no fear because the Quicken Loans Mortgage Calculator is now here!
Revamp Your Bedroom with Quality, Comfy New Bedding
by Jonathan Slappey on February 13, 2012 in Home Improvement, Homeowners Tips, Smart Shopper
High thread count sheets and comfortable bedding. Here are three tips to transform your bed at home into a five-star sleeping experience. Sweet dreams!
Finding the Right Rental Property Management Company
by Amber Hunt on February 9, 2012 in Homeowners Tips
If you’re thinking about renting out your house, you may be considering hiring a rental property management company to take care of the details. But how do you find the right rental property management company? And what exactly do they take care of? We’ve got your answers!
Saving Money on Your Mortgage
by Gabriela Islas on February 8, 2012 in Featured, Homeowners Tips, Mortgage Rates, Refinance Mortgage
You’ve heard that refinancing and shortening your loan term can save you thousands of dollars in the long-run. But, did you know that there are other ways to save money on your mortgage? Appealing your tax assessment (assuming your home’s value has gone down), recasting your mortgage and asking your lender to remove PMI and MIP are a few other ways you can also reduce your monthly mortgage payment.
Organizing Your Closet
by Stephanie Koske on February 8, 2012 in Home Improvement, Homeowners Tips, Zing Zone
When that dandy freshen-it-up fever washes over me, there’s about a 99.9% chance that I’ll avoid all closet-cleaning activities. The fever’s one thing, but a headache over a giant pile of clothes is another. Luckily, I’ve gathered a slew of awesome ideas that will make organizing any kind of closet (from walk-in to bi-fold door) easy, quick, and fun! Fun? Well, maybe not fun, but at least this kind of cleaning out your closet is a lot better than the type Eminem sings about.
7 Ways to Entertain Your Pet While You’re Away
by Shannon Martin on February 6, 2012 in Family Focus, Homeowners Tips, Zing Zone
Have you ever come home to find your favorite shoe chewed to smithereens? Here are a handful of ways to keep your pets busy and mischief-free while you are away.
6 Tips for How to Rent Your House
by Amber Hunt on January 31, 2012 in Homeowners Tips
Want a new house but need to do something with the house you already own? If you’re not ready to sell your home, there are some things you need to know before you rent your house. We’ve broken down six tips that any soon-to-be landlord needs to be aware of. Before you take the plunge and start ruling over a stranger in your abode, read these tips to make sure you’re fully prepared to rent your house.
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