Did you get a little overzealous with that last trip to the farmers market, resulting in a produce bin bursting with items ready to eat ASAP? The following are simple tricks, presented by DFW Property Management, to make use of your expiring produce, which will allow you to waste less and stretch your dollar. Make stock Celery, carrots, peppers or herbs begging to be used, pronto? Give them a quick...
Looking to lower your natural gas consumption, improve your green footprint, and keep more cash in your bank account? We at DFW Property Management present these tips by SoCalGas to reduce natural gas use during cold weather to help keep energy costs affordable: Lower the temp Lower your furnace thermostat by three to five degrees, if health permits, to save up to 10 percent on heating...
Coupled up or single, everybody knows when Valentine’s Day is approaching, but finding just the right way to acknowledge it can be a little stressful. You can stuff yourself with sweets, send flowers to your sweetie, and/or make special dinner reservations — or you can make new Valentine’s Day traditions to look forward to year after year, such as these suggestions presented by DFW Property...
When it comes to aging in place, many folks, if given a choice, would remain in their family home as long as possible—but what if that empty nest is simply too big, or requires too much maintenance, or is just too costly? Read more in this blog article presented by DFW Property Management. According to Eric Kearney, an investment advisor for Retirement Wealth, sometimes renting a house or...
Those who have gratitude for their lives tend to be happier overall, numerous studies have shown. But cultivating gratitude daily can be difficult if it isn't already a practice for you. Consider the following, presented here by DFW Property Management, which offers tips on healthy living in addition to property management tips. Write it down Start the day by writing down one to three things you are...
If you're looking for an inspired way to showcase photos or art without the frames, try these unique tips, courtesy of DFW Property Management: Clothes hangers Purchase a handful of attractive suit hangers (hangers with little metal clips), bang a few well-placed nails into your wall, position the hangers on the nails, and clip your photos in. This option makes it easy to swap photos or...
February is here, and along with the feeling of love that’s currently permeating the air, it’s important to remember that just because it's the middle of winter doesn't mean you can't give your home a little love, as well. Let's start inside with projects that can be done right now. The folks at lunchboxarchitect.com suggest sprucing up your bathroom vanity with a glossy granite vanity top that...
Many of us make lofty self-improvement plans in the new year. Some are attainable, and others, not. If your goal is to make healthier choices, you may want to turn first to your kitchen.Here are four ideas to consider incorporating into your kitchen this New Year, courtesy of DFW Property Management: - Even before healthy ingredients, Kelley Herring at healinggourmet.com says pick the right...