May means warmer weather and gardening season, which I love. But it also means it’s time for bugs to emerge from their winter hiatus. Check out some of these inexpensive, effective natural insect repellents to protect your home.
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5 DIY Natural Insect Repellents to Protect Your Home
by Krissy Schwab on May 13, 2013 in Homeowners Tips
How to Open Your Pool
by Aaron Brandt on May 13, 2013 in Homeowners Tips
Opening your pool doesn’t have to be a nightmare; here are a few easy steps to get you swimming in no time.
Is Landscaping a Good Investment for Your Home?
by Krissy Schwab on May 9, 2013 in Home Improvement
Most of generally renovate inside our homes, but have you considered outside? Find out if landscaping is a good investment for your home.
Moving in After the Wedding
by Penske on May 8, 2013 in Homeowners Tips
The wedding’s over, the thank-yous are sent and the top cake tier is in the freezer, waiting for your first anniversary celebration. Now you and your new spouse are starting to act on the plans you’ve made for your life together, and are ready to take that big step in moving into your first real home.

Gardening-Inspired Gifts for Mother’s Day
by Dawn Jamison on May 8, 2013 in Home & Family
Mother’s Day is coming and this year, it’s time to think out of the box. If your mom has a green thumb, she’ll love these eight gardening-inspired Mother’s Day gift ideas.
Baby Sign Language: The Key to a Smarter (and Less Fussy) Baby
by Christine Bilger on May 7, 2013 in Family Focus
If you’d like to make your baby to fuss less and give them a jump start on communication, here are my best tips for teaching baby sign language to your little one.
Host an Awesome Cinco de Mayo Celebration
by Kevin Irwin on May 3, 2013 in Family Focus
Food, music and fun are key ingredients to a great Cinco de Mayo party. Here is a guide to hosting an awesome Cinco de Mayo celebration.

When Life Gives You Lemons, Start Cleaning
by Krissy Schwab on May 2, 2013 in Homeowners Tips
A bag of regular ol’ lemons costs roughly $3. Most household cleaners are about the same price or even less, so why would you even want to spend money on using lemon-based cleaners? Read on to find out why!
Suburban Living vs. Urban Living
by Dawn Jamison on May 1, 2013 in Homeowners Tips
The city or the burbs? Decisions, decisions, decisions! I’ve lived in both and I can confidentially say I’ve experienced the joys and the pains of both. But if you’re like me, probably the most important consideration is you and your family’s needs.

