The “Honest” Welcome Sign: For When You Love Your Neighbors (From a Distance)

A festive "Go Away" sign made out of wood. This sign features a gnome and comes with outfits that are interchangeable.

As a Realtor, I spend my days selling the dream of “Community.” I talk about friendly neighbors, block parties, and open-door policies. I hand over the keys with a smile and say, “Welcome Home!” But let’s be real. Sometimes, the best part of owning a home is locking the front door, closing the blinds, and … Read more

Poop Deadline”: How to Reclaim Your Bathroom (And Your Husband)

Jacob Zwack in a suit holding a sand timer and looking impatient outside a bathroom door." Caption: "Tick tock, buddy. The market waits for no one.

We all know him. The “Throne Sitter.” He goes in with his phone at 7:00 PM. He doesn’t come out until 7:45 PM, usually with numb legs and a full knowledge of 45 TikToks about pressure-washing driveways. To him, it’s “quiet time.” To you, it’s a hostage situation. You need the sink. The kids need … Read more