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Lynnette

I like to help people find unique ways to do things that will save time & money -- so I write about "outside the box" Household Tips and Life Hacks that most wouldn't think of. I'm super-organized. And I LOVE to clean! I even enjoy doing laundry (but not ironing). I’m also a lifelong dog owner -- so I often share my favorite tips for living with dogs inside your home (like smart home design choices and dog-friendly cleaning & decorating ideas). Career-wise, I've been sharing my best ideas with others by blogging full-time since 1998 (the same year that Google started... and before the days of Facebook and YouTube). Prior to that, I worked in Higher Ed over 10 years before switching gears to pursue activities that I'm truly passionate about instead. For example, I've worked at a vet, in a photo lab, and at a zoo -- to name a few. I enjoy the outdoors via bicycle, motorcycle, Jeep, or RV. When I’m not cleaning, organizing, decorating, or fixing something… you'll find me at the corner of Good News & Fun Times as publisher of The Fun Times Guide (32 fun & helpful websites). To date, I've personally written over 200 articles about cleaning, organization, DIY repairs, and household hacks on this site! A few have over 2M shares; many others have over 100K shares.

Great tips for finding free moving boxes, plus the best places to buy moving boxes online. Moving soon? Need a bunch of boxes... fast? Start here!

Poo Pouri is a GREAT poop spray! I'll never buy a traditional bathroom spray again. Combine essential oIls & water to make your own Poo Pourri recipe

Replace regular wall outlet covers with these LED night light outlet covers using just a screwdriver. I did - No more plug-in night lights! 3 things to know

I've had lots of great garage sales. I recently had my most successful yard sale ever. Made over $1,000! Here are 101 of my best yard sale tips... for FREE.

Avoid the biggest DIY rain barrel mistakes! How to keep mosquitoes out. How to prevent algae. How to fix a smelly rain barrel. How to winterize a rain barrel

Wondering where you should post your yard sale online? I've had the best success with these 6 yard sale search websites & apps. Yard sale advertising tips!

Roof has black streaks on asphalt shingles? Or a green mossy growth? You've got roof mold or algae. Why it grows + How to remove black streaks from a roof.

Got black stuff in the dishwasher? I noticed slimy food & grime in our rear dishwasher basket. How to clean a clogged dishwasher and remove the black gunk!

A pest control expert shows how to get rid of moles in the yard. Ground mole removal methods from mole poison & mole baits to humane options. Get rid of moles naturally using items you already have!