So let’s take a look at how to get pee smell out of carpet, clothes, mattresses, and upholstery. Urine is acidic and the longer it remains on fabrics, the more damage it can do and the more the odor-causing molecules bind to the fibers. Prompt cleaning is always best and offers the best chance to remove all of the pee smell. While there are many commercial odor removal products on the market, these methods use supplies you probably already have in your pantry....

But rest assured: If there’s more demand for your business than employees to fulfill it, then there is a financial benefit to hiring a staff member. Here’s why you should hire staff to save your business money in the long run—and the best ways to do so. New staff can create new growth opportunities. Dan Belcher is the founder and CEO of Mortgage Relief, a real estate-dependent company that operates in Ohio and Oklahoma....

Save time on building your own brick oven by choosing one of Round Grove Products’ prefabricated brick ovens then customizing it to match your entertaining space. You’ll be cooking pizzas, steaks, and more at brick oven speeds in no time. While I received a Round Grove brick oven in exchange for this post, all opinions and ideas are 100% honest and my own. When my parents came home from their mission to Bosnia a few years ago, I was pretty disappointed at first when they decided to buy land out in the country rather than buying a house close to both of my brothers....

1. Choose Your Plants Once you have an idea of what you want to plant around your deck, the other aspects of the project will fall into place. Start by picking out a few larger shrubs or even small trees you’d like to include. Then choose smaller perennials and ornamental grasses to fill in around them. Make sure that the plants you choose will grow in your Hardiness Zone and in the amount of sunlight your yard receives....

Where to Buy Stock Tank Pools Stock tank pools can be found at agriculture supply retailers like Tractor Supply Company, Fleet Farm, and Wilco. Look for one that’s at least two feet deep, and large enough for more than one person. Small, oval-shaped pools can work for a single adult or a couple of young kids, but 6- to 8-foot round stock tanks are ideal for groups of two or more....

Add a creepy crawly element to your DIY Halloween decor by weaving your own oversize spiderweb that can be hung indoors or out. Decorate on a dime with this easy Halloween craft that can be made in under 30 minutes, and only requires four materials. Turn your front porch or mantle into an eerie oasis with this cheap (and easy!) craft. If you place your web outside, be wary of fall rain showers....

That being said, there’s a wide gap between the greenish-gray guac that’s been pulverized with plastic fruit-shaped squeeze bottle lime juice and creamy, garden-fresh guacamole made following the right ratios and perfectly ripe avocados. Here, the simple steps necessary to stir up a superior dip, according to the experts at Avocados From Mexico. Pair it with tortilla chips, homemade fajitas, and bottomless margaritas. If your guac bowl is ready but your avocado isn’t, you can speed up the ripening process by placing it in a brown paper bag with a banana or apple to speed up the ripening process....

There’s not much better than homemade strawberry shortcake, especially when you can get the ratios of strawberry to shortcake to whipped cream correct. There are plenty of easy strawberry shortcake recipes out there that start with a cake mix or a biscuit mix, but none of those are nearly as good as homemade (and I love cake mix recipes). And honestly, making strawberry shortcake from scratch is almost as easy as all of those recipes and so much better!...

I recently relocated from Seattle to Montreal for my relationship, but after experiencing the much lower cost of living (COL) in Canada, I found myself wondering, why didn’t I do this sooner? This is a trend we’ll likely continue to see across the U.S. and world. That said, relocating because of cost of living comparison is not all sunshine and roses; you’ll want to keep in mind a few things during your choice to relocate to ensure it maximizes both your financial savings and your emotional well-being....

A common refrain and misconception is that good negotiation is all a confidence game, and those who don’t do it well just need a shot of self-esteem. Another common misconception is that women and BIPOC candidates are less likely to negotiate. But research shows that while we do ask, we do not get. (Or worse, we ask the “right” way and still do not get.) So why don’t we shift our mindset?...

Furniture “Just because a price tag displays a certain number doesn’t mean it’s final,” says Nicole Lapin, a financial expert and the author of Rich Bitch. You can research online prices and ask if a store will match that—or try for a discounted floor sample. What to do: Strike up a conversation with a friendly salesperson, and lead with a compliment: “I love your store and really want to buy this piece....

Truth is, it’s likely the only suspicious activity there is the message itself—because it’s a scam. And if you feel like you have been getting a lot more of these spammy calls and texts, you’re not alone. Cyberattacks Can Have Serious Consequences Cyberattacks like these can be harmful to your financial and personal security, and can even lead to identify theft. “If you don’t put yourself through rigorous checks, you’re going to get hit at some point,” says Nick Santora, a certified cybersecurity expert....

Truth is, it’s likely the only suspicious activity there is the message itself—because it’s a scam. And if you feel like you have been getting a lot more of these spammy calls and texts, you’re not alone. Cyberattacks Can Have Serious Consequences Cyberattacks like these can be harmful to your financial and personal security, and can even lead to identify theft. “If you don’t put yourself through rigorous checks, you’re going to get hit at some point,” says Nick Santora, a certified cybersecurity expert....

Addressing the historical inequities faced by people who identify as Native Americans or Alaskan Natives requires institutional change, but there are still ways in which non-Native individuals can get educated—enough to become vocal allies and to directly support initiatives that improve the lives of Indigenous peoples today. Here are five ways you can put your money—and your time—into Native and Indigenous communities this year. Tune in to Wes Studi’s educational video series with the Partnership for Native Americans....

It probably seems counterintuitive to experience poor mental health while your home is being renovated. After all, it’s a privilege and luxury to have the means to renovate, and the end result will be a beautiful new space to live in. But no matter how many times you remind yourself of these definite positives, experiencing home renovation burnout is very real and totally warranted, especially if you’re more prone to being overwhelmed by unexpected challenges, decision fatigue, major life changes, budget anxiety, or other sneaky triggers....

How to Make a DIY Market Tote Supplies Needed ½ yard main solid fabric½ yard main print fabric1 yard solid lining fabric1 ½ yards of fusible interfacingFree printable patternFabric shears or scissorsTape measurePencil or penIronIroning boardQuilter’s pinsSewing machineThread6-inch sewing gauge Finished Market Bag Tips Bag size: 11x11 inches at the bottom, 13 inches tall, 22x22 opening at the top.Quantities are for 44/45-inch-wide, 100 percent cotton fabrics.Measurements include ¼-inch seam allowances.Sew with right sides together unless otherwise stated....

Identifying the Pest Grubs are milky white with a brownish head. They typically curl into a “C” shape when disturbed. Depending on the species, they may have a one-year to a three-year life cycle. Annual white grubs (larvae of masked chafer beetles or Japanese beetles) begin their life cycle in mid to late summer, grow quickly, and do most of their feeding in late summer. Larvae of June beetles take three years to complete their life cycle, so their damage to lawns may appear in spring, summer, or fall....

How to Store Blueberries First things first, buy the nicest-looking blueberries you can find. Avoid berries that look fuzzy, soft, or wrinkly—signs that they’re either rotten or almost rotten. When you get home, go through the berries and remove any bad ones that may have been hiding. Mold travels fast, so it’s best to get ahead of the problem. To avoid mold development, try not to rinse the berries until right before you’re ready to eat them....

Communicate about money. The easiest thing to do? Take the taboo out of money conversations and talk about it around your kids—but not in an “I’m so stressed about bills” way. Rather, share your excitement about a bargain or the fact that you’ve saved enough for a vacation. For kids ages 4 to 7, Godfrey says to focus on using money terms (“save,” “share,” “choose”) and phrases about financial values (“Save for a rainy day,” “Share with others”—and “Carpe diem” if you have funds set aside)....

The Before When Hellen first met her clients, Jeff and Claire, they were new parents and new homeowners. “Jeff is a composer and Claire a book editor for LACMA [Los Angles County Museum of Art], so they both had a creative flair and a willingness to be bold. They wanted a user-friendly, easy-to-clean space that was, ‘Modern meets vintage/’60s-inspired,’” she explains. Jeff and Claire also requested a coffee zone and a space to display their favorite cookbooks since they are avid cooks and coffee drinkers....