Buying & Selling At Consignment Shops: Pros & Cons From Someone Who’s Done It

In the past 30+ years, I've bought and sold items at consignment shops -- several times. Just to be clear, a thrift store is different from a consignment store. I absolutely LOVE shopping for gently used clothing at thrift stores. But I'm not so crazy about shopping at clothing consignment stores. Ditto for selling items at clothing consignment shops. On the other hand, I've always had wonderful experiences buying AND selling at furniture consignment stores! Here are my best tips.

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10 Easy Steps For DIY Roll Roofing Installation

Roll roofing is the perfect material choice for the DIYer interested in tackling small roofing projects -- like a shed or porch roof that has a slight sloped roof or a flat roof. I'm a true DIYer when it comes to house projects and I've learned a thing or two that could help with your DIY project. Here are my easy to follow step-by-step instructions for DIY rolled roofing installation.

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Want An Acting Job? Tips From A Hollywood Actor On Creating The Best Headshot Photos & Your Very First Acting Resume

Your actor headshots are your "business card" whenever you're auditioning for parts. (Often, they're the ONLY link between you and the Casting Director!) A working actor shares his professional headshot tips for actors, advice on where to get professional headshots taken near you, and secrets for taking the best headshot photo. Plus, he's got some tricks of the trade for you to follow when creating your professional acting resume.

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Cork Flooring Durability & Eco-Friendliness Are This Interior Designer’s Top Reasons For Choosing Cork Floors

As an interior designer, one of my favorite materials to use inside a home is cork. Cork flooring has many advantages over other popular materials -- including hardwood, tile, and concrete. Two of the biggest reasons I encourage clients to choose cork flooring are: its durability and eco-friendliness. Here are some good things to know before installing cork flooring.

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Before You Buy A Grill: My Family Thinks These Are The 4 Best Grills For Outdoor Cooking – Which One Is Right For Your Family?

One of my family’s favorite activities is cooking out on our patio. Over the years, we’ve tried a variety of outdoor cookers: gas grills, charcoal grills, ceramic grills, and outdoor ovens. Each one has its advantages and disadvantages. If you're looking to buy a grill but not sure which one to get, I’m going to outline the pros and cons of some of the best types of outdoor grills to help you choose one that fits your family's needs.

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Legitimate Ways To Make Online Income + How To Avoid Online Job Scams

Virtually everyone is capable of finding a way to make money online these days! Technology has made it super easy for tech-savvy job seekers to earn money online. You don't necessarily have to be a tech geek to enjoy these fun online jobs, but you do need to watch out for online job scams. As someone who has worked from home for the past several years, here are my best tips for finding legitimate online jobs.

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How Many G’s Are You Pulling And How Much Can Your Body Take?

Are you a sucker for fast rides and the G-force that you experience on them? Not me... but my friend is a professional race car driver. Here's what I've learned about gravitational force and its effects on your body. See how many G's astronauts, roller coaster riders, airplane passengers, race car drivers, fighter pilots, and professional stunt pilots typically sustain. Plus, how to experience weightlessness (or zero gravity) yourself!

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What A Sleep Study Is Like: Things I Wish I Knew Before My Sleep Test

Have sleep problems? Me too. I recently spent the night at a Sleep Center to participate in a sleep study to see if I might have obstructive sleep apnea. Here's what my sleep test was like (with sleep study pictures), plus some of my best tips to help you prepare for your own sleep study test. See what I wish I'd known before staying in a sleep study room and being attached to all of those sleep study wires!

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