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  • Clean living room

    13 Efficient Housecleaning Tips

    Maintenance February 22, 2024

    Cleaning can be a hassle and time-consuming, but the end result — a clean house — is definitely worth it. Check out the top 11 tips to cut down on the time it takes to scrub your house, top to bottom: 1. Create a housecleaning plan. To cut down on the time it takes to...

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    Cleaning Tools Every Car Owner Needs to Look Like a Pro

    Maintenance February 20, 2019

    Do you want to make your car shine inside and out? Well, you need more than “elbow grease.” Ciro Papi, owner of CP Car Detailing in Blooming Grove, N.Y., says you also need to have to have the right tools. Get started on the inside with these supplies: Interior car cleaning Keeping your interior clean...

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    Car Hacks for Driving, Parking & All That’s in Between

    Maintenance May 15, 2015

    You’ve given your car the royal treatment – cleaning, removing dents, getting rid of scratches – and it’s never looked better. For the final installment of our Creative Car Hacks series, we’re switching gears and listing hacks specifically for you – the driver. You’ve probably found yourself in some of these common scenarios below. Next...

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    Car Hacks to Ditch the Dents

    Maintenance May 13, 2015

    Thanks to some clever cleaning hacks, your car now sparkles, but so do the dents and scratches you’ve collected over the years. Luckily, these car hacks can save you a trip to the body shop. Follow our tips to smooth out dents and conceal scratches: Get rid of dents with a hair dryer What you...

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  • Checklist of 10 Things to Clean in Your House

    Maintenance June 1, 2022

    The dirtiest items in your home might not be what you think. Beyond just dirt and grime, germs can also build up in out-of-the-way areas in your kitchen, bathroom and even your office. Check out the slideshow below for the top 10 places in your home that you might not clean, and get house cleaning...

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    8 Ways to Reuse Things in Your Home

    Saving & Spending March 19, 2018

    If you’re looking for ways to save money, learning how to reuse household items is a good place to start. These eight common items can work double-duty, stretching their usefulness and your dollar. 1. Cereal bags When you finish your favorite breakfast cereal, keep the plastic bag and reuse it like wax paper to separate...

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    What Does Your Car Color Say About You?

    Technology & Trends August 20, 2016

    Most of us look at cars as more than mere transportation; they’re also an extension of our personalities. Whether we want a small and sporty car that screams “fun!” or a four-door sedan that gives off an air of luxury and professionalism, there’s something that draws each of us to certain cars. It’s not just...

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    Snow Removal Tips for Your Home

    Home September 9, 2024

    As the winter arrives, you might find yourself facing a common concern: snow removal. With snowfall blanketing your driveway, backyard, and patio, it can be a challenge to keep your property clear and safe. Whether you’re a first-time homeowner or just looking for some new tactics, this guide will help make the snow removal process...

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  • Repair and Maintenance Tips for Common Home Problems

    Home September 21, 2020

    Part of owning a home is learning how to manage common repairs. While doing household repairs isn’t the most enjoyable part of the home ownership experience, it’s unavoidable. Fortunately, there are certain things you can do to make these repairs simpler or even avoid them. Clogged drain Eventually, you might have a drain that doesn’t...

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    6 Best Ways to Clean a Microwave

    Home September 14, 2020

    How often have you started to reheat something in your microwave, only to be greeted by the scent of microwave popcorn? As helpful as microwaves are in the kitchen, they have an annoying knack for holding on to food smells and splatters for an extended length of time. When you start to notice the lingering...

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    Prepping Your Ride for Resale: Used Car Selling Tips [Video]

    Buying / Selling January 25, 2019

    You’ve decided the time has come to buy a new car. However, your old car is still in pretty good shape and you’d like to get the most that you can for it. This is a case where first impressions may really count. Here are some used car selling tips to help you maximize how...

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