November 2011
2011 Hurricane Season Now Just a (Bad) Memory
By admin on November 17, 2011 at 10:23 am | 0 commentsThe 2011 hurricane season, tying for the sixth most-active on record, is virtually over — and not a moment too soon.
2011 was a busy year for hurricanes — will you be prepared for next year? Image: NOAA
Tips on How To Prepare Your Home for Holiday Guests
By admin on November 17, 2011 at 10:20 am | 0 commentsIs your home ready for holiday visits from friends and family? Here’s how to prepare for the invasion.
I’m lucky and have a guest suite always ready for holiday guests. But even with a dedicated space, preparing my home for the annual onslaught of friends and family takes time and forethought.
Some preparations for holiday guests take only a few minutes; some take a lot longer. My advice: Start preparing your home for the holidays now.
Thinking of Retirement? Make the Most of It with Universal Design
By admin on November 1, 2011 at 10:21 am | 0 commentsWhen planning for retirement, remember your home is your castle. Make it work for you with universal design.
Even in His Home, Steve Jobs Embraced Smaller as Better
By admin on November 1, 2011 at 10:18 am | 0 commentsApple innovator Steve Jobs embraced small-is-better kitchens ahead of his time.
Ever the innovator, Steve Jobs insisted on having a small but functional kitchen. Image: Johnny Grey Studios
Politicians Missing the Mark — Left and Right — on Housing
By admin on November 1, 2011 at 9:47 am | 0 commentsBoth sides of the political aisle are short on specifics to bolster the housing market.
Farmers, October Storm Surprise: Get Ready for Wild Winter
By admin on November 1, 2011 at 9:42 am | 0 commentsThe Farmers’ Almanac is expecting some “clime and punishment” this winter, much like the October surprise snow storm that’s knocked out power to 3 million homes. Here’s how to prepare for the next big weather hit.
Home Owners Insurance Protects You from Halloween Horrors
By admin on November 1, 2011 at 9:14 am | 0 commentsWhen zombies, Snookies, and Lady Gagas storm your front door this weekend, don’t fear! Your home owners insurance will protect you from Halloween mishaps.
