Making your home feel like a million bucks doesn’t have to cost a fortune. With a few strategic upgrades, you can elevate the entire vibe of your space. Interior designers have shared their top tips and tricks for achieving that luxe look without breaking the bank. From lighting to layout, here’s how to make your…
Even if your barn seems buttoned up during the day, there’s a good chance something’s snooping around once the sun goes down. And a few small habits can practically roll out a welcome mat for every raccoon, coyote, or stray dog in the area. Leaving Feed Accessible Grain, cracked corn, and sweet feed left out…
You might think your feeding routine is solid, but some small habits are enough to invite a whole pest party. Roaches, ants, flies—you name it, they’ll find it if you’re not careful. Leaving Feed Bowls Out Too Long It doesn’t take long for leftover crumbs or spills to bring bugs in. If the animals aren’t…
Even if they don’t come inside, animals on the homestead have a way of tracking mess right up to the house. And sometimes that mess finds its way inside too. If things feel grubbier than usual, this might be why. Chickens Dust Bathing Too Close All that scratching and flapping kicks up dirt—and it doesn’t…
If your chickens are always somewhere they’re not supposed to be—like your porch, garage, garden, or neighbor’s yard—there’s usually a reason. And they’re not always trying to escape. Sometimes, they’re just following food, shade, or a bad habit you didn’t realize you taught them. Your Fence Isn’t High Enough A short fence might keep predators…
Wildlife might seem cute until they turn your yard into their playground. Left unchecked, some habits do real damage in a short amount of time. Armadillos Digging for Grubs They root through mulch, flip over flower beds, and leave holes all over the place. You’ll need to tackle the grub problem first, then consider motion…
Living in the South comes with its own set of perks—longer growing seasons, less snow, and more days outside. Some of the things folks up north have to worry about? You can skip ’em. Snow Prep Most of us don’t have to shovel driveways or prep for heavy snow. Snow tires, salt, or ice scrapers…
Some cleaning habits feel productive in the moment but slowly chip away at your house over time. The wrong product or method can wear down surfaces, shorten the life of appliances, and even make repairs more expensive later. If you’re trying to keep your home in good shape long-term, these are habits you’ll want to…
Sometimes the goal isn’t to impress—it’s to signal that the night is winding down. But if you’re not careful, your setup might accidentally encourage people to settle in and stay way too long. A Too-Comfy Couch That giant sectional or recliner might be your favorite, but it sends the message: “Stay awhile.” If you’ve got…
The bathroom is where people notice things you didn’t. It’s private, quiet, and gives them time to look around—so if something’s off, it’s going to stick. Here’s what to double check before anyone heads that way. Toilet Paper Sounds basic, but it’s the one thing you really can’t forget. Don’t assume there’s enough—check it. Put…