Holiday caroling is a great neighborhood tradition. Here are a few tips to help make it a fun night. 1. Plan ahead Send out emails or stop by neighbors’ houses to invite them to join you. You can have fun decorating a flyer to pass out as a reminder. 2. Create a song list Know ahead of time which classics you’ll want to sing – it may even be worth coordinating a...
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Happy Hanukkah! Hanukkah begins at sunset, and whether you're looking for ideas to enrich your family gathering or want to make your annual holiday party more festive, here are some sites to check out. Warm up the oven and get your hot glue gun ready! • Get in the holiday spirit – literally with these fun (and free!) printable wine labels from Better Homes & Gardens. •...
You’re done buying your new home and, at last, the moving truck’s been unloaded. Now it’s time to unpack and make the new place your own – a labor-intensive process that will go a lot easier when you follow these five quick tips. 1. Divvy Up the Work Give everyone in the family a list of jobs to do, with the big items – like furniture placement – to be done first....
Is the cost of furniture causing to you to debate if a kitchen table is a “want” or a “need”? Don’t worry! There are plenty of options for you to furnish your nest without breaking the bank. Here are some good places to start: 1. Check with Craig Craigslist.org: the 24-hour garage sale where you never need to worry about parking! Not just for used items, many furniture...
Unless you've purchased a brand-new home that includes warranties on the newly installed systems and appliances, there's no guarantee you're covered for repair or replacement if something stops working in your new place. One way for buyers of pre-owned homes to protect themselves against the risk of costly repairs is to consider purchasing a home warranty. A few things you should know about home...