How to Store Gold and Silver Bars and Coins
If you purchase precious metals like gold or silver bullion, the next – and most critical – step is to keep it safe. “It doesn’t take long when buying precious metals, rare coins, or bullion…
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How to Protect Your Self-Storage Unit
Falling victim to a burglary is always devastating, but having your possessions stolen from a self-storage unit usually comes as a complete shock. But is self-storage burglary actually a big problem and are customers…
6 Simple Tips for Maintaining a Dry Basement
Basements are extremely susceptible to retaining moisture and creating annoying problems that we’d rather not deal with. From dangerous molds to foundational issues, unwanted moisture can cause a lot of unnecessary work. If you’re vigilant when taking…
How to Properly Transport and Store a Painting
Whether you have a treasured painting that has been in the family for generations or a modern piece you snagged at your favorite gallery, moving and storing any work of art is a delicate task….
How to Store the Declaration of Independence
Not so fast Nic Cage. Written on parchment — or animal skin – the original copy of the Declaration of Independence is encased in a titanium and aluminum frame and secured behind bulletproof glass and…
A Quick and Handy Guide to Apartment Gardening
Nothing tastes better than fresh – and besides delicious meals, growing your own food helps you reduce your environmental impact Today more people tend plants than ever before, with 77 percent of Americans reporting they…
How to Store 3D Printer Filament
The use of 3D printers has gone beyond manufacturing and has become increasingly common in homes. From hobbyists to work-at-home entrepreneurs, these remarkable machines seem to create physical items out of thin air. In reality,…
A First-Time Homeowner’s Guide to Buying a House in 2019
Ready to take the plunge and become a home owner in 2019? A life-changing purchase can be daunting, but the more information you have, the easier the process will seem. Here are some of our best first-time…
How to Find the Best Service Providers After You Move to a New City
Remember how long it took to find a good hair stylist in your last town? And what about that crazy dog sitter who painted your pooch’s nails purple while you were on vacation? When you…
10 Best Websites For Finding the Right Neighborhood In A New City
Several years ago I relocated to Los Angeles for a while, and I moved into a loft downtown two blocks away from Skid Row. Although I really loved living down there, I’m not sure I…