Northern Poconos Real Estate News
It’s summer–the season to fire up the grill, fill up the cooler, and invite family and friends over for a picnic or other get-together in your home’s yard. To stay safe and keep the outside fun going, however, you’ll want to avoid inviting two potential visitors: mosquitoes and ticks.
Too many pesky insects can ruin a good time, and although most bug bites are annoying but harmless, some mosquitoes and ticks can spread dangerous diseases, such as West Nile virus and Lyme disease. Fortunately, y...
Getting some much-needed rest and relaxation while on vacation is the perfect way to recharge and head back to work feeling refreshed. Unfortunately, it’s hard to fully disconnect from everyday life as technology updates us instantly on everything happening at our job and school, and in our personal lives.
However, you can make it a priority on your next vacation to unplug from your gadgets. The University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health found that benefits of taking a brea...
Are you having trouble communicating with your partner, friends or colleagues? Do you forget what your friend just told you only minutes after the conversation ended? In a world geared toward multitasking, it can be hard to drop fully into a conversation and just listen. Below are three tips to help you be more present in your conversations.
Ask questions. Don’t just smile and nod. Make your conversation partner feel more heard by asking questions that are relative to what they’re saying. Ask f...
If you have pets, you know it can be hard to keep your home clean and smelling fresh. These tips can help!
Bathe and groom your pets regularly.
This will keep excess dirt, oils, dander, and any odors that may be on their coat from being carried throughout your house. Brushing and grooming can be done more often, since it is just as important. Whenever possible, brush your pets outside to prevent loose hair from finding its way into furniture and carpeting.
Some days, keeping a smile on your face can be a struggle. Whether you’re dealing with a stressful career, medical issues or just feeling weighed down by your daily routine, repeating positive mantras can help shift your mood—if you’re open to it.
Below are four helpful happy mantras to lift your mood.
You can do it. Whether you’re under a huge deadline for work or trying to finish that last mile on the treadmill, telling yourself that you can do it will make your success more likely. Be your o...
Buying a home is one of the biggest and most exciting purchases of your lifetime. However, what many neglect to remember is that with responsibility comes hard work in the form of home upkeep. Keeping up with regular home maintenance tasks will keep you from future headaches down the line.
Annual Checklist
Clean your kitchen ventilator or exhaust fan. Have ductworks cleaned, if applicable. Check the attic for leaks, stains, and dampness Have a professional conduct a chimney...
Summer is known for its abundance of sunshine. However, as the temperature rises during these months, your electric bill often does, too. But not to fear! There are multiple ways to offset the high costs that accompany the much-needed cool air. Use these tricks to thoroughly enjoy the warm weather—without having to fret about your bills.
Let your AC breatheClogged, dirty air conditioning filters will disrupt air flow and reduce efficiency. Make sure to replace and clean filters every m...
