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Should you convert your garage into livable space Written by Mary Van Keuren You may have never heard of ADUs but we bet you’ve seen them. ADU stands for “accessory dwelling unit,” and these small living spaces go by many names. You may know them as in-law suites, granny flats, tiny homes, or more. So what is an ADU? It’s a secondary living space that is placed on a lot that also includes a...

Here’s 21 Tips For You To Use To Lower Your Electric Bill Want to save money on your electricity bill? When you are looking to save money, where should you start? By making coffee at home? By shopping less? By avoiding meals out? What about on your energy bills? Well, if you are looking to save money, your first thought might not be to try and lower your electricity bill. However, most...

Making Money on Etsy What started out as a small platform for local sellers to sell their crafts has exploded into a multi-billion dollar platform with millions of visitors and hundreds of thousands of active sellers. It’s safe to say Etsy is a real contender when it comes to making money online. Can you actually make money on Etsy? If you’re a dab hand at crafting or have a good eye for...

Whenever you make a major life change, even one you’re looking forward to, there is a certain amount of stress involved with the transition. Downsizing is no different, as it comes with a lengthy checklist, and if problems arise, things can go downhill quickly. But there are ways to manage this transition so that it’s less bumpy and more manageable. R. Alexa Real Estate Group understands the...

Run Your Business from a Brand-New Home Office: 3 Solutions Working at home has driven plenty of small business owners to desperation lately. Make-do workstations in the kitchen and video calls from the most spacious closet in the house are becoming commonplace. If you’re looking for a way to make your home work area more habitable – or you don’t have an office at all – check out these three...

The Right Way To Mix Wood Furniture and Finishes: 6 Tips From Design Experts By Whitney Coy | Jul 17, 202Remember the days of rooms filled with matching wood tones—everything purchased from a matching set and displayed exactly as they were arranged in the furniture showroom? Thankfully, those days are long gone. The trend these days is more eclectic, and filling your rooms with a mix of wood...