Parking laws rely highly on whether a vehicle is categorized as commercial or not. Avoid a parking ticket by paying attention to local ordinances. The definition of a "commercial vehicle" will depend on each state or province. It is always a good idea to go to your...
Maybe you are headed out of the country for an extended period of time. Maybe you only drive the vehicle on special occasions. Whatever your reason, you are going to want to make sure that your vehicle is protected. The last thing you want is to use your car for the...
Summer is almost here and it may be stressful moving into a new house with high electricity bills from poor insulation. For a quick green fix, use bubble wrap to insulate your windows as a quick and cost-effective way to save on energy bills. By using bubble wrap,...
Your moving boxes are all packed and the furniture is all loaded into the moving truck. All of your precious belongings and memories are ready to be moved to their new home…and you take a final look around at your old place. It's completely empty - except for the...
It is getting to be that time of year where you want to be outside and light up the grill. Whether poolside, or on your back patio, summer is grilling season and you want to make sure to get your propane grill ready for summer. Inspecting Your Propane Grill Time and...
There are quite a few benefits to changing your locks after you purchase a new home. This is a relatively inexpensive but highly beneficial task that will help your new home feel safe and secure. So, if “change the locks” is on your long list of post move-in “to-dos,”...
If you've recently moved and brought your own washer and dryer to your new home, than you may have encountered this issue. Who knew there were two different kinds power cords for dryers? And of course, as life's coincidences would have it, you have the wrong one! No,...
Whether it's a day to dread or to be excited about, all in all it is a bittersweet day, it's moving day. It's time to pack, rent a moving truck, load, unload, organize, clean, return apartment keys, etc. Thinking of everything as a whole can definitely seem very...
As a son of a veteran and being a vet myself, I know that moving in the military can be very challenging. Active duty military families have to move once every 3 years on average. Here are some tips to make both your stateside and overseas military move more...
Your flat-screen TV is your prized possession. It is the key to enjoying weekend games and movie nights. That being said, extra precautions must be taken when packing a flat-screen TV to ensure the safety of your item on its way to its new home. This guide will assist...
Mother's Day is right around the corner. If you need a last minute gift, try this fun and frugal DIY Mother's Day craft! You can make a couple different types of flowers for your DIY project using the items below. packing peanuts wrapping paper packing paper red boxes...
The motorcycle. The word and machine that conjure ideas of freedom, the wind in your face, perhaps the clichéd fantasies of the open road, and ultimately - independence. For those that own and ride these machines, the irony is not lost on just how often you find...