Category: Home & Family

Take care of your abode and the folks who live inside

Not all of us can be Bob Vila. Heck, some of us have trouble being Tim “The Tool Man” Taylor. We want to help you tackle those home improvement projects you’ve been putting off for far too long. And when you’re done beautifying the place, why don’t you take a crack at entertaining your family and friends a bit?

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Mosquito Repellent Plants

Posted: July 6, 2018

Mosquito Repellent Plants

Due to the warm nature of Texas, we’re lucky to have the good fortune of spending lots of time outdoors close to three seasons out of the year. But one … READ MORE Mosquito Repellent Plants

How to Find an Energy-Efficient Apartment

Posted: June 8, 2018

How to Find an Energy-Efficient Apartment

An energy-efficient apartment can save you a lot of money on monthly costs. We share a few ways to find an energy-efficient place: Look for ENERGY STAR appliances Look at the apartment’s history … READ MORE How to Find an Energy-Efficient Apartment

Checklist for Moving to a New Apartment

Posted: May 10, 2018

Checklist for Moving to a New Apartment

Moving to a new apartment can be an overwhelming adventure. First comes finding your new place, then comes packing and lastly, there’s orchestrating the move itself. In between the cracks … READ MORE Checklist for Moving to a New Apartment

8 Things to Consider When Renting an Apartment

Posted: May 7, 2018

8 Things to Consider When Renting an Apartment

Finding a new apartment is an exciting venture where views and neighborhoods can change your entire perspective. But how do you go about choosing which one to rent? Work and … READ MORE 8 Things to Consider When Renting an Apartment

How to Start a Garden: 6 Tips for Beginners

Posted: April 27, 2018

How to Start a Garden: 6 Tips for Beginners

If you’re looking to spend more time outside and grow your own herbs, flowers, fruits and vegetables, then it might be time to start a garden. It’s a wonderful way … READ MORE How to Start a Garden: 6 Tips for Beginners

Spring Clean Your Smartphone, Social Media & Inbox

Posted: April 13, 2018

Spring Clean Your Smartphone, Social Media & Inbox

The clutter and dust that accumulates in our emails, phone, and via social media doesn’t exactly look like the same dust we see on our fans, windowsills, and shelves. The … READ MORE Spring Clean Your Smartphone, Social Media & Inbox

13 Easy Spring Cleaning Hacks for College Students

Posted: March 16, 2018

13 Easy Spring Cleaning Hacks for College Students

The flowers are out, the sun is beaming, and the season of spring means it’s time to clean. But as a college student, you’re often too busy to put in … READ MORE 13 Easy Spring Cleaning Hacks for College Students

Eco-Friendly Valentine’s Day Cards and Gifts

Posted: February 12, 2018

Eco-Friendly Valentine’s Day Cards and Gifts

Valentine’s Day is one of those celebrations that has a disposable nature, and a costly price tag to go along with it. Flowers are sold by the truck load, and … READ MORE Eco-Friendly Valentine’s Day Cards and Gifts

Best Budget Friendly Energy Efficient Cooking Appliances

Posted: February 5, 2018

Best Budget Friendly Energy Efficient Cooking Appliances

This year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES) brought out a plethora of neato smart kitchen appliances, glowing with touchscreens, buzzing with WI-FI, and teasing with the promise the even the most hapless … READ MORE Best Budget Friendly Energy Efficient Cooking Appliances

When Is the Best Time to Rent a New Apartment?

Posted: January 23, 2018

When Is the Best Time to Rent a New Apartment?

Renting a new apartment — and especially moving from one apartment to another — can be a stressful and expensive process. The apartment search is enough work on its own, … READ MORE When Is the Best Time to Rent a New Apartment?