Here are a few tips for preparing for guests:

1. Prep the guest room (and it's okay if you don't have one!)
2. Set out extra blankets
3. Clean everywhere
4. ....read more here! 

When searching for apartments, there is always so much to consider—location, proximity to parking or public transportation, closet space—all of which are hugely important when finding that perfect place.

However, there is one often secondary factor in the apartment hunt that has the potential to profoundly affect your day to day lifestyle: the floor on which you live. So, which is the best floor to live on in an apartment? Each option, top, middle and bottom, has its perks.

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Any idea of what your dream home looks like? How big? Where's it located? Are there cats and dogs running around? If you don't know, here are some questions to think about when mapping your dream home.

Read the whole article on Apartment Therapy. 

Who ever said living with someone else is easy? 

Living with someone else is a great way to cut back on expenses like rent and utilities, but what if you don't get along. Here are some tips for living with roommates, starting with creating a chore schedule.

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It's vacation season! When it comes to having a good vacation, you don't even have to go outside the United States. There are so many great places here! Here are the top 10 travel destinations that everyone should go to someday!

1. New York, NY
2. Los Angeles, CA
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Reduce, reuse, recycle! We've all heard the saying before, but here are a few tips to help you get started!

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Frozen pizzas have their time and place, like as back-up meals when we don't have time to shop and easy heat-and-serve dinners for babysitters. Nothing wrong with a good store-bought frozen pizza in these situations, but making your own homemade frozen pizzas from scratch will probably save you some pennies — plus you get exactly the toppings you want! It's easy to do: just two little tricks and you can fill your freezer with all the made-ahead frozen pizzas you could ever want.


Click here to read the full article on The Kitchn! 

Ready to tackle your first decorating project? That's great! But before you start, make sure you learn what you should be doing....and what you shouldn't.

Read the whole article here. 

Have trouble sleeping? Or maybe you'd just like to get a little more? Well we're here to help! We've come up with 7 bedroom essentials to help you get the rest you're looking for. 

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Having a home that is inviting  makes for both an enjoyable and memorable place. And there's a bonus benefit to creating a home that is inviting to guests: it's often more inviting to you, too! We've got ten tips to try that will help you craft a home that welcomes everyone who walks through its doors — though warning, it may make them never want to leave!


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So you're moved in, unpacked, and ready to make the place feel a little more like home. Here are a few tips to help get those creative juices flowing!

Find the five tips here. 

Even if you're low on space, there are some things you can do to make your apartment more appealing. 

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Want to change something in your apartment? Well, flooring isn't usually an option, but you can do something to brighten up the room! Two words: area rug. And you can make them yourself! Sounds fun, right?! 

Click here to find out how to make one! 

Someone asked me yesterday what the worst thing is about writing a cookbook. I didn't even have to think about it: "Dishes." I feel guilty saying this, though, since my husband does nearly all the dishes in our household, so I don't bear the brunt of this chore. Do you?


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If you're looking for a way to organize your life, look no further! Here are 52 ways to help!

http://www.buzzfeed.com/peggy/clever-organizing-tips-to-rein-in-the-chaos#k7z2tj

Bills are expensive, but you shouldn't have to sacrifice anything just because it's starting to get colder outside. With that, I'm sure you'll be happy to know that you can save money on your utility bill, without changing your lifestyle! 

Click here to find out how. 

We know — you're tired of seeing IKEA on every single affordable furniture list we pull together. It's one of the biggest and best sources for modern furniture on a budget... but, yes, it can get old. So, to make up for the IKEA overkill, here's a list of sources for cool furniture on the cheap.


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Have a large group of people over for a party is always fun. But what about all the cooking that's involved? Maybe not so much. Here are some meals that are easy to make for parties!

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Moving involves a number of steps, and getting a firm grip on the details can really help. You can likely lower the cost of a move, for instance, when you seek out reliable information. After all, a little intel goes a long way.


Want to learn more about the six questions you should ask? Click here! 

Need some lunch time inspiration? Well look no further! We've rounded up 17 different healthy lunch recipes that will make your old lunch choices seem like a thing of the past.

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When you're renting, you still want to live in a place that feels like home, even if you don't own it. Luckily, there is a solution to fixing the boring white walls that are always there: Invest in personal home décor pieces that you can use to punch up your pad now and then take with you when you leave!

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Let there be light! 

Did you know that simple things like adding more light can make your apartment feel like a luxury hotel room? And cleanliness is next to luxury, so that's a must. 

Learn more about how to pamper yourself by clicking here to read the article! 

Having a small bedroom and apartment may not seem ideal, but there are several things you can do to make the space feel larger! 

Click here to find out how! 

Many of use don't have the space or resources to spend a lot of money on fancy spa resorts or parties to wind down after a long day or week. However, this doesn't mean that you shouldn't get any pampering! Instead of emptying your wallet, try rejuvenating your spirit with these tips!

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