Are You Destroying Your Dishwasher? 7 Things You Need to Know Before Calling...
We had a major appliance repair service come out today to look at our dishwasher. The experience left me feeling embarrassed, humbled, but also empowered and ready to help others not make this costly...
View ArticleWhat’s Your Oldest Appliance?
In 2010, my wife and I moved into a home built in the early 80’s. One of the first things we did was replace most of the kitchen appliances that had been there since the original owner moved in. While...
View Article6 Things You Don’t Need to Upgrade
It seems we're in a time where everything is in constant change and improvement. It's not “good” just to sit idle. We're bombarded with the constant upgrade packages and the latest and newest this or...
View ArticleHow to Fix a Garbage Disposal
Let me just tell you – I'm no handyman. Most of my repairs are done with the aid of YouTube and the help of a trusted professional. So, when my wife said she had gotten something stuck in the garbage...
View ArticleSaving Money With Home Warranty Services – True or False?
The following is a collaborative post – written by Mike Jones. It’s the financial sucker punch that lifelong renters turned homeowners never see coming – maintenance. Especially in preowned homes,...
View ArticleWhere to Get Rid of Old Appliances and Electronics for Free
The other day, I installed a new “over-the-range” microwave in our rental home after the old one went kaput. But, after successfully installing the new microwave, I found myself with a large appliance...
View ArticleAre Home Warranties Worth It?
People tend to mistake home warranties and home insurance as the same type of coverage. However, this is wrong as insurance covers costs such as fires, property-related crimes, and even water-related...
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