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There’s no place like home—especially when it’s in tip-top shape. We’ve rounded up the best cleaning and organizing tricks, affordable decor ideas, DIY hacks, and more. Warning: Once you’ve got everything just the way you want it, you may never want to leave!

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15 Things Professional Organizers Do Daily to Stay Clutter-Free

If you're struggling with how to stay organized, take a cue from the professionals. Their daily decluttering habits will help...


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13 Ways to Make Your Bed 10 Times Cozier

Cooler weather calls for updated bedding.


35 Things You’re Doing That Make Your House a Target for Burglars

These not-so-obvious indicators will make your home a target for thieves.


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12 Ways to Extend the Life of Your Appliances

From microwaves and refrigerators to ovens and coffee makes, here are a few tips from experts on how to extend...


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7 Uses for Laundry Detergent You Never Thought Of

Laundry detergent is a powerful cleaning agent that can do a lot more than just clean your clothes! Check out...


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9 Things Professional Organizers Would Never Throw Out

It's OK to be creative with everything in your home. In fact, when organizing, it's encouraged.


How to Get That Stinky Fish Smell Out of Your Kitchen

Dinner was delicious. The lingering smell? Not so much. We asked experts how to get that fish smell out of...


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23 Gifts for People Who Can’t Stop Cleaning Their Houses

Forget about decking the halls—let's clean them!

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40 Things You Should Know About a Home by Age 40

Home repair is definitely learned over time—here's what you really should know by the time you reach your 40s!


The Paint Color That Can Sell Your House for $6,000 More

Who knew a bucket of paint could be worth so much money?


How to Dry Flowers: The Best Ways to Preserve a Bouquet

Pick flowers in the morning or night when they're perkiest. When it's time to preserve them, use these expert drying...


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9 Unlucky Things to Never Keep in Your Home

Feeling superstitious? According to feng shui and other cultural traditions, these are the home decor choices that could subject your...


10 Colors You Shouldn’t Have in Your Home

You'll regret adding these colors at home.


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Use This Trick to See If Someone Is Stealing Your Mail

Do you have a sneaking suspicion that some of your mail is being picked up by thieves? Here's how you...


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15 Things a Professional Organizer Would Get Rid of Before Winter

If an expert wouldn't keep this stuff, why would you?


What Is the Best Temperature for a House in Winter?

Heating the home during winter is crucial to comfy living. Learn what the best temperature is to set your thermostat...


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13 Bad Cleaning Habits You Didn’t Realize You Had

How many of these cleaning mistakes have you made?

14 Toilet Problems You’ll Regret Ignoring

If you spot these troubles with your toilet, don't wait around for them to go away.


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25 Things in Your Basement That a Professional Organizer Would Throw Out

Stocking up on random items is easy, but decluttering the basement and starting fresh is hard. Here’s what...


52 Home Decor Ideas That Can Make Your Home Look More Expensive

Even on a budget, you can create a home that looks straight out of a luxury magazine. Our decorating tips...


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13 Items That Are a Fire Hazard If You Don’t Clean Them Enough

Continually putting off cleaning these items around your house can actually be very dangerous.


Why You Should Drill Holes in Your Trash Can

Make taking out the trash and replacing the bag much easier by simply drilling a few holes in your trash...


11 Ways You’re Shortening the Life of Your Air Conditioner

As temperatures rise, you're going to want to read up on these tips to keep your air conditioning cool without...

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65 Truly Extraordinary Uses for Household Staples You Already Own

Reader’s Digest thoroughly vetted these genius tricks so you can finish chores, make repairs, and clean messes in a breeze.


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14 Sleep Products Amazon Shoppers Can’t Stop Buying

If you're in need of more restful sleep at night, find out what makes these top sleep products on Amazon...


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13 Cleaning Products You Should Never Use on Your Wood Floors

They’re gorgeous—and easy to ruin. Avoid these damaging mistakes, and find out what you really need to keep your wood...


18 Things Professional Organizers Never Buy

Don’t waste your money—or accidentally create more clutter. Here’s what you need to know to truly streamline your space.


Top 13 Drought-Tolerant Plants That Can Handle Dry Weather

Even when the rain stops, these drought-tolerant plants keep going strong. They’ll survive dry conditions while adding color and texture...


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6 Colors You Shouldn’t Have in Your Bedroom

Keep these colors far away from the bedroom for a better night's sleep.