If you’ve never met a glass, magnet, snow globe, or other kitschy souvenir you didn’t want to take home with you, your house is probably big on memories–and small on space. Souvenirs remind us of great experiences and places, from a fun day at the zoo to your honeymoon …
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6 Ways To Keep Your Home Safe When You’re Away
Home security is one of the most nerve-racking things about being away from home. Even if you double-checked the locks on every window and door and set a security alarm, there’s always a part of you that’s concerned it won’t be enough and unsure of what else you can do …
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6 Ways To Turn Your Home Into Their Classroom
If your child is one of the 305,000 New York City students who will be learning exclusively from home this year, or even one with a hybrid learning schedule, it’s important that they have a proper educational environment. While they may only need a screen and the internet to “attend” …
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How to Prepare Items for Storage
Renting a storage unit is a perfect solution when relocating to a new home, whether you’re looking for temporary storage while unpacking or long-term housing for things your new home can’t fit. But before you start aimlessly tossing your stuff inside a unit, be aware there is a right way …
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How To Get The Most Out Of Your Home Office
Working from home requires a delicate balance of your attention, time and living space, especially in a smaller NYC apartment. For both daily and occasional telecommuters, moving where you do what you do when working from home presents challenges—and opportunities for improvement. So, whether you’re carving out a brand new …
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How To Organize Your Multimedia
Believe it or not, you don’t need to keep every single CD/DVD jewel case, a shoebox filled with photos, or your dad’s LP collection to still enjoy them—especially if you live in an NYC apartment that’s already short on space. With a little imagination and innovation and some elbow grease, …
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So, You’ve Graduated From College, Now What?
College graduation is a major accomplishment (congratulations!)—but it can also be a major source of stress. What do you do when your degree is done? A little planning and some solid research can keep your life moving forward and help you maintain that positive attitude. Whether you want to join …
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5 Bike Storage Solutions for Your NYC Apartment
If you’re one of the 800,000 New Yorkers who regularly use a bike for transportation or recreation, you’re not new to biking in the city. From cycling lanes and bike share to stopping at red lights just like any other vehicle, there are a lot of things you need to …
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How to Safely Store Your Wedding Dress
After the honeymoon, it’s back to the reality of those post-wedding to-do’s, like sending out thank you notes, ordering your wedding album—and, of course, preserving and storing your wedding gown. Whether you bought your dress off-the-rack, had it custom made or wore the same one your mom got married in, …
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Surfboard Care and Storage for Beginners
If surfing is your newfound love and you’ve recently spent a small fortune (and considerable time) supporting your passion, it makes sense to treat your beloved surfboard like the treasure it is. Most of them have a fixed lifespan, especially if you enjoy it so much you break it out …
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