How to break down the success pillar of personal development
The best agents are constantly steeped in development and education, broker Nick Schlekeway writes, developing their skills personally so that they can achieve and succeed at the highest levels of real estate.
Daily Search Forum Recap: August 21, 2023
Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today, through the eyes of the Search Engine Roundtable and other search forums on the web. There may have been a new unconfirmed Google search ranking algorithm update this weekend…
Look for These Red Flags in Any HOA Contract
Having a homeowner’s association (HOA) for your neighborhood or condo building brings some advantages, such as regular community maintenance and improvement. However, HOA rules can also be extremely restrictive, and while some are optional to join, others are required if you want to purchase property in the area.… Read more…
When to Fix Wood Rot Without Replacing It
Wood is some incredible stuff. It literally grows from the ground and it’s durable, attractive, and easy to cut and shape—no wonder 90% of new houses are still framed at least partially using wood. Chances are the house you’re living in right now is absolutely filled with wood—from the beams and studs holding… Read more…
What the Fed’s Rate Increase Means for Your Savings Account
The Federal Reserve announced last month another 0.25% interest rate hike. Part of the ongoing efforts to combat inflation, this quarter percentage point increase brings the fed funds rate to their highest level in more than 22 years. Read more…
What Is That String of Lights in the Sky?
The other night as I was walking home, I took a look up and saw a strange string of lights traveling across the sky. This was certainly no plane, and I doubted it was a procession of drones, as the lights were moving in a straight line at a consistent speed. But what was it? […]
How to Make Pesto Out of Any Leafy, Green Herb
Verdant, peppery, bright green pesto is one of those things we could put on anything—heck, you could put it on a rubber shoe, and it’d probably still taste delicious. It’s usually made out of fresh basil, pine nuts, parmesan, garlic, and olive oil, but did you know you can actually make a pesto out of […]
The Noiselab Music Production Hub Is $59.99 Right Now
Music production is cool, but there’s a pretty major learning curve. If you want to learn music production, the Noiselab Music Production Hub is a good starting point, and a lifetime subscription is on sale for $59.99 right now. It won’t replace a formal education in this industry, but it does give you a library […]
How to Help Your Kid Recognize Toxic Friendships
We all want our kids to be accepted, included, and make special connections with their peers. While children are still developing their social skills and learning to express emotions, they may need some adult guidance on what friendship should look and feel like. Read more…
How to Safely Mount a TV Between Studs
Mounting a TV to the wall without damaging it can be tough if you don’t have a stud to hold the weight. If you hang it from the bare wall board, you run the risk of damaging the wall and the TV. But having a TV that’s not where you really want it can be […]
A ‘Going’ Travel Membership Is Worth the Cost
Going, a travel deal website (formerly known as Scott’s Cheap Flights), is currently offering memberships for up to 60% off. Here’s what each membership can offer you and how to know whether or not it’s worth the price for you. Read more…
When to Use a Weed Burner on Stubborn Weeds
By this point in the season, you are probably fed up with the annoying, scraggly grass growing up between the cracks in your driveway, the dandelions that dot your patio, and the moss on your rock wall. If that is the case, what you need is a legit weed burner. Read more…
Capture Your Family History With These Tools
Imagine popping your head into the attic of your childhood home and finding a box overflowing with recordings, photos, documents, and diaries compiled by relatives who have long passed. Congratulations: you’ve won the family history lottery. Read more…
The Best Ways to Get Something You Dropped Down the Drain
If you’ve ever had that heart-stopping moment of dropping an expensive piece of jewelry down the sink (or had nightmares about the possibility), or if you have kids who like to play with the toilet, you should know the different ways to save small objects from being rinsed or flushed away forever. Read more…
Five iOS 17 Features That Won’t Be Available on Launch Day
iOS 17 is shaping up to be a sizable update. The OS, which will likely launch alongside the iPhone 15 series, is chock-full of features Apple announced back in June. However, some of those announced features won’t be available upon iOS 17’s launch. There are five features that will come to your iPhones a little […]
