Marty Stevens-Heebner, SMM-C, CPO®

How to

Do Laundry at a Laundromat

If you’ve never used a laundromat, don’t worry—the process is fairly simple and you’ll get the hang of it in no time. To start, get a cloth laundry bag, as opposed to a hard plastic or metal basket, since the clo...

How to

Move with No Money

Looking for a change of scenery? Moving to a new place can be an exciting new adventure, but it also comes with its fair share of uncertainty, especially if you’re running low on funds. There’s no need to worry—you...

15 Helpful Tips to Keep a Home Clean and Tidy

Some people find cleaning a relaxing and enjoyable activity, something they look forward to every day. If you've landed on this article, though, that's probably not you. If cleaning is the last thing you want to do, but ...

How to

Fold Shorts

Are you looking to reorganize your spring and summer wardrobe? With all the different folding techniques out there, you might not know the best way to put away your shorts. That’s okay! We’re here to answer your ques...

How to

Roll Shirts for Packing

Traveling with a lot of luggage can be stressful and even expensive. Packing efficiently can help you avoid such problems and better enjoy your trip. Rolling your shirts—and all your clothes—is one of the best ways t...

How to

Move Heavy Furniture Upstairs

Moving heavy furniture is never easy, and even less so when you have to move it up stairs! Whether you’re moving into a new home on a higher floor in an apartment that doesn’t have an elevator or you need to get some...

The Best Ways to Move Large or Heavy Furniture by Yourself

Easily and safely lift and transport furniture without moversMoving heavy furniture can pose a challenge when you’re not able to easily lift the item. Thankfully, using safe lifting techniques and the right equipment...

How to

Fold Clothes Fast

Folding clothes is one of those things that a lot of us do on autopilot until one day we finally stop and wonder: ''is there a better way?'' The answer is definitely yes! Below we'll teach you how to fold your clothes—...

How to Move a Mattress: Simple Tips for Moving Without Professional Help

When you’re moving to a brand new place, odds are you’ll need to lug your mattress along too. Though it might seem like a tough job (especially on your own), moving a mattress is a straightforward process and complet...

How to

Pack Furniture For Moving

Moving can be exciting, but it can also feel like an overwhelming amount of work. Packing your furniture is one of the biggest components of any move. If you gather the right materials and wrap your pieces carefully, you...

How to

Pack a Desktop Computer for Moving

Moving a bulky desktop PC may seem like a daunting task. While there are a few things you need to keep in mind while you pack, this process shouldn’t prove to be super difficult. In general, the key thing you want to w...

How to

Move

Moving can be both one of the most exciting and most stressful experiences of your life. The trick to a painless move is to prepare your bullet-proof moving plan well ahead of schedule and to execute your plan when the t...

How to Move Heavy Furniture Without Help

The safest and most efficient ways to move with or without help Moving heavy furniture yourself is a lot easier than you’re probably imagining, although it does often require a few specialized tools for the situation. ...

How to

Advertise an Estate Sale for Free

Luckily, there are plenty of ways to promote your sale without spending a dime. Advertise your estate sale online with classified sites, and make use of your social media network. Tell your friends, and create flyers and...

How to

Move a Treadmill

Treadmills are heavy and bulky, but if you need to move one, don’t despair. Depending on your treadmill, there are different options for moving it. If your treadmill has wheels, you can just tip it and roll it along. I...

How to

Organize a Filing Cabinet

Organizing a filing cabinet can be tough, whether it’s a home cabinet filled with paid bills and tax information or a work cabinet filled with completed projects and invoices. Organize your filing cabinet by getting ri...

How to

Move Out of Home Into Your First Apartment

Moving into your first apartment is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel scary and overwhelming. However, with a little patience, preparation, and help from family and friends, you can make this transition a succe...

How to

Pack Picture Frames for Shipping

Like all forms of art, picture frames require a little extra attention during the shipping process. Whether you’re sending someone a gift, submitting your work to a gallery, or moving away, properly packing your pictur...

How to

Pack Paintings

If you need to transport paintings, you have to be extra careful to avoid damaging them and ruining their value. Whether you're moving to a new house, sending the painting to a gallery, or transporting it home after buyi...

How to

Move Your Washer and Dryer

Moving a washer and dryer isn't a particularly easy task. You have to disconnect both the washer and dryer, as well as reconnect them when you get to your new place. Plus, they are heavy and awkward to move. Nonetheless,...