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House & Home - Don't Rent a Single-Family Home Without Asking These Questions

Motherhood Moments

If you’ve been hunting for a single-family home to rent, you know how difficult it is to find available, affordable rentals in the current market. Not only does demand far exceed supply, according to recent data from Dwellsy , asking rent for single-family rental homes (SFRs) rose more than 22.4 to live right now,” says Bordo.

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The Best Place To Hide Valuables In Your Home

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Sure, once in a while a garage will be broken into and a car or some high-end items will be taken, but for the most part garages are left alone whenever a criminal decides to break into a home. Here are some ideas for where to hide valuables in your garage: An old paint can. In the insulation. A fake safe.

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9 Tips for Setting up and Settling into a New Home

Koupon Karen

Moving into a new home is like starting a new chapter in your life. It’s a place where new residents quickly feel at home, thanks to the warm, welcoming community and the endless outdoor activities available right at their doorstep. Consider hosting a garage sale or listing items online to sell.

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Meet a Reader | M from the PNW

The Frugal Girl

My husband works a pretty demanding job and I currently am a homemaker/stay-at-home mom, and do some freelancing in my spare time. Over the years I’ve become a good home cook. Tell us a little about yourself I’m in my late 30’s; I grew up and have always lived in the Pacific Northwest. And it builds grit and resilience in our kids.

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5 Ways to Keep Your Home Clutter Free

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I’m on a mission to declutter our home. Three years ago, before we moved to our current home, I decluttered. I took at least three trunks full of “stuff” to Goodwill, I had a garage sale, and I sold things online. Basically, every time you bring something into your home, make sure to take something out.

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Meet a Reader | Mbmom11, in the Midwest

The Frugal Girl

I like to bake and read, and I spend time chauffeuring kids to activities and games. This was a time I had been thinking about not teaching anymore and staying home, so I was looking for new ideas to be thrifty. I should have known he was special as he asked for a set of “Time-Life” home repair books when he was in college.

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Moving Out – 6 Lifestyle Changes to Make Relocating Easier

Koupon Karen

However, making a few lifestyle changes can simplify your move and ensure a smooth transition to your new home. Professional movers are trained to handle your possessions with care and efficiency, reducing the risk of damage and ensuring that your items arrive safely at your new home. Start by researching the new neighborhood online.

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