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Christmas tree drying out? Here's 3 ways to keep it watered
By Kaycee Hill last updated
Learn three practical methods to keep your Christmas tree watered while on vacation, from timing strategies to DIY watering systems.

You asked: Can dish soap fix your clogged drain? A plumber explains the facts
By Grace Dean last updated
You might have noticed your drains are getting blocked up, especially around the holiday season, but reaching for the dish soap might not be the answer. At least, that's what this expert has to say.

My mom taught me the 'tidy tote' cleaning hack, and it's the only thing that keeps my house clean during the holidays
By Grace Dean published
A quick and easy decluttering routine that the whole family can get involved in

3 reasons why your floors are still dirty after mopping — we asked the cleaning experts
By Cynthia Lawrence published
Floor still looks dirty after mopping? Cleaning experts reveal why your mop is spreading dirt — and how to fix it.

You could be owed up to $1,000 if your credit card receipts show too much personal info — how to find out
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to check if your old credit card receipts violated FACTA law and how to claim up to $1,000 per violation.

Want to attract robins to your yard this winter? Leave out this one natural snack
By Grace Dean last updated
A handful of raisins will make robins your feathered friends

7 foods that seem harmless but are actually killing garden birds
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn which common household foods are dangerous for garden birds and what to avoid leaving in feeders this winter.

Experts say gardeners should check one thing before pruning in December to avoid 'increased risk of disease'
By Millie Fender published
Making this one common pruning mistake in the winter can cause tissue damage and increase the risk of disease.
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