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Your kitchen likely is one area in your home where you do spend a tremendous amount of your time. If you are also like many people, when you have guests in your home, odds are strong that you congregate in your kitchen to a significant degree.

Do you want to have your backyard cleaned? Below are some tips, such as fertilizing, removing weeds and planting beds, to name some that you can use if you want to maintain a lovely and clean garden no matter the season.

The smaller the space, the harder it is to stay organized.

Throw in a crazy schedule, and suddenly a small living room can quickly turn into a disaster zone. 

Don't freak out just yet, because we're here to help!

The good news is that even the messiest of people can learn to reorganize their space. All it takes is a little bit of strategizing.

More people today than ever before enjoy DIY home renovations where they can take charge of exactly how their home is designed. If you are new to home renovations and want to get started on a project around your home, you're going to need to have a toolbox with some basic tools that contractors usually have on hand during a remodel. While different renovations will call for different tools, here are some of the basics that can help get you started.

Home improvement can be an overwhelming task from picking the right product that protects you from the element to making sure it compliments your house. The siding you choose is no exception to this as it is an important part of your curb appeal and is also one of the barriers between you and mother nature. With all the different options available, it leaves the million dollar question unanswered - what is the best option for me? Check out this infographic that was built out comparing two of the most popular siding options - vinyl and fiber cement. Within this piece, you’ll build a solid foundation by seeing first hand what many homeowners experience when selecting the right product such as knowing when to replace the siding, comparing the two most popular options, how to have the same look long after it’s been installed and finally, how you get the best deals on a project that will enhance your curb appeal.

It’s a stressful time when you have to downsize, not as stressful as being an inch tall like Matt Damon and on top of that being left by his wife, but downsizing is still pretty stressful. Everything that you’ve accumulated over the years; everything that holds dear to your heart; everything that takes up space in your home will now have to find a new home either with you or without.

You’re obviously here because you need to downsize but you just don’t know where to begin. This is not a preparation to downsize, this is what you should do when you’re already doing it. Be sure to take some notes because these are awesome tips for a successful downsize.

Windows are easily one of the most underappreciated items on your house. We typically only think of it as a visual gateway to what’s happening outside but don’t factor in how it can actually be doing more than that. Your windows can actually be the reason why your energy bills have been skyrocketing over the last few months or even why your A/C is working overtime to keep the house cool during the summer. In this infographic, we’ll help you build a concrete understanding in the world of window shopping through topics such as knowing when to replace your windows,  what makes a great window, the little known tricks to picking the perfect window and then answering those questions every homeowner should ask when it comes to replacing those outdated windows.

If you're like many people contemplating the sale of your home, you've already spent at least some time studying what you need to do to stage your home for optimal appeal. Like many individuals, you may not have yet focused on staging mistakes that you absolutely must avoid. Falling trap to one of another of these staging mistakes will render your home less appealing to a prospective buyer.

A Spring Cleaning Calendar To Help You Stay On Task