Our Favorite Cyber Monday Deals
Returning to work after a long holiday weekend can be tough on all of us but to make it a bit easier, we have Cyber Monday to keep us distracted from the mundane by bombarding us with advertisements and emails informing us of the latest deals. So, we thought we would get on board and share some of our favorite Cyber Monday deals for the home! Get great deals on things that can help you keep your home cleaner, make it cozier, and help create memories in this space you have worked so hard to make your own.
You could spend Black Friday shopping for sweaters and stocking stuffers but why not look for items that contribute to making a house feel more like a home. Whether the item is for you or for a loved one, finding things that make one’s home feel cozier, more inviting, or even more efficient can be a gift that continues to give for a long time! And if you can save some serious money while doing it, then what is stopping you? We’ve spent some time crawling through the internet to bring you some of the top Black Friday deals that can contribute to making your house a home.
Quick and Easy Appetizer Ideas
Tis the season of hustle and bustle. It seems that if you aren’t heading somewhere or people aren’t heading to your place, then you are prepping for the next activity. No matter the occasion to gather, one thing remains the same—there will be food. After all, isn’t that why people put off making diet changes until the new year? All that yummy goodness that can’t be resisted! But in all the stress of running around, sometimes you don’t have time to create a masterpiece of a dish. So, whether you are taking food elsewhere or having people over, here are some quick appetizers you can whip up with just a few items.
Last week I wrote about how easy it is to create your own fire pit. Today I’m going to coach you on how to host the perfect bonfire! Hosting a bonfire is such a great way to spend quality time with friends and family. It’s cheap, easy and appeals to all ages. Follow my steps for your next bonfire and you’ll officially become a super host!
So, you FINALLY bought your dream home and you’re ready to host some family and friends for a night of fun. You’ve got plenty of outdoor living space but you’re not sure where to start. I’ve got the perfect, budget-friendly solution – build a firepit! Now before you get intimidated, I want you to know that you only need three things to get your firepit going.
A shovel
Some large rocks
Firewood
Open House Safety
A few years ago, we hosted an event with the Beverly Carter Foundation to bring Realtor safety to the forefront of our minds. This foundation was started by Carl Carter, Jr., the son of Beverly Carter. Beverly was killed following her kidnapping which took place during a showing and her son has been advocating Realtor safety ever since. At the event he shared several tips, but you are here to find out how to protect yourself and others during an open house.
Ask an Expert: My heater isn’t working, now what?
Imagine this, you wake up, it is still dark out—your alarm hasn’t even gone off. You shiver a little; there seems to be an extra chill in the air this morning, so you make your way to the thermostat so you can turn the heat up. Only you discover that your heat seems unresponsive. This is a reality that many will face in the next coming months. When temperatures are freezing this can be far more than an inconvenience, going without heat could be detrimental to your health. Given that the weather has been unseasonably cold so far this autumn we wanted to arm ourselves with the best defense to a situation like this; so, we asked an HVAC expert to give us some tips!
I can’t believe the holiday season is already here! I feel like this year has flown by. As my family continues to grow and kids get older (and more expensive ) I find myself stressing out about how I’m going to pay for the all gifts I want to give. I decided to take control of my stress (and my spending) a few years ago by making a list of everyone I had to buy for and creating a budget for each person. For example, I would set a ten-dollar limit for adults and a five-dollar limit for kids. “Savanna, that’s a crazy small budget! How do you do it?” Don’t worry friend, I’m going to share all of my secrets. The key is to make it personal, even if it’s for someone you barely know. Whether you’re buying for your loved ones or just want to make your co-workers day a little sweeter, there is a perfect gift for everyone. I’m that girl that loves to give gifts and that includes gifting my acquaintances. In those instances, I think about inexpensive gifts that can make that person’s life easier. Typically those are things they wouldn’t buy for their self. One year I bought my cousin a new purse. Sounds simple but to a single mom who puts her children first and NEVER buys anything for herself outside of the necessities, it was a grand gesture. Not to mention that I found it online for TEN DOLLARS! Still questioning my methods? This particular cross-body bag had great reviews and two years later the purse still looks fantastic! Read on folks, I’m going to give you some great gift-giving ideas that fit every budget.
Tips to Stress- Free, Last Minute Hosting With the holiday season upon us, there are lots of opportunities to get together with friends and family. We love this time of year, so cozy, so full of fun… but let’s be honest, it can be so stressful!!! I wish I could write all the tips and tricks for having a stress-free 25-person extravaganza of a party at your home but that is not what I am doing here. Because, if I’m being honest, that is not my style. Of course, I want my guests to be able to talk to everyone, but I want to enjoy the time we spend together too. So, for me this means small get togethers that often are impromptu. I’ll share with you some of my favorite tips and tricks for hosting a last minute, casual shindig.
