15 Tips to Sell Your Stuff on Craigslist Fast
A while ago, I had to sell a bunch of stuff quickly to prepare for a move. I didn’t have...
Save money, live simply, do it yourself.
This is my blog with ideas on how to downsize, save money, and do it yourself. I hope you find some useful ideas here! - Brian
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How to Get Around Los Angeles Without a Car in 2021
Los Angeles is the “car capital” of the world, but it’s been getting easier to...
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Get Your Document Notarized for Free
Need to get a document notarized, and want to do it for free? Depending on where you live or who...
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Restore the Factory User Bank in Your Alesis QS Synthesizer
I recently fired up my old Alesis QS6.2 synth after a long hiatus, only to discover the user bank...
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How to Choose and Install a Programmable Wall Switch Timer
I have a porch light controlled by a wall switch in my entryway. Rather than having to manually...
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What Happens After You Die
When crime investigators want to determine what happened at a particular event witnessed by many...
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