by Susanne Dwyer | Nov 19, 2016 | Consumer, Home Spun Wisdom, Latest News, News |
Ah, winter! The time of cozy fires, big ol’ mugs of hot cocoa, and—for those of us living in frosty climates—hours upon hours of shoveling snow. Whether it’s laziness or forgetfulness, not clearing your home of snow in a timely fashion can create a bevy of...
by Susanne Dwyer | Nov 17, 2016 | Home Spun Wisdom, Latest News, Luxury, News |
In TV sitcoms, life in a New York City apartment—and all its colorful trappings—is the stuff of fantasy. But in the real world, where prices for condos and apartments in New York reach record-breaking levels each year, owning property like the West Village loft from...
by Susanne Dwyer | Nov 16, 2016 | Advice, Home Spun Wisdom, Latest News, Lifestyle |
(TNS)—Staying with friends or family is one of the most popular ways to save on travel. While your hosts are more than likely happy to have you, there are a handful of surefire ways to increase your chances of never being invited back. HomeAdvisor recently conducted a...
by Susanne Dwyer | Nov 15, 2016 | Advice, Buying/Selling, Buying/Selling, Home Spun Wisdom, Latest News, News |
If you are like so many homeowners today, you are not living in your “forever home” right at the moment. Rather, the home you currently reside in is a stepping stone to get you that much closer to your dream house. It is likely you are always keeping one eye on your...
by Susanne Dwyer | Nov 14, 2016 | Advice, Home Spun Wisdom, Latest News, Lifestyle |
(TNS)—What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. A case in point: travel agent. Many predicted the demise of the entire profession as online travel agencies began proliferating on the internet. There were casualties. About a third of the agencies in business at...
by Susanne Dwyer | Nov 13, 2016 | Advice, Home Spun Wisdom, Latest News, Lifestyle |
We’re back to scrounging up the wacky and wonderful here on Housecall. In this edition, let’s look at some of the craziest kitchens around. Green Fever This strange, abstract design in lime green is sure to appeal to someone, somewhere. Credit: UpToDesign...