Author: Bert Simmons

Bert is a real practical, hands-on type of guy. His articles focus on how we can save money, live better and enjoy the life that we have been given. He loves using technology and its many devices, testing them, and showing their benefit to those looking to make a purchase. Bert loves writing, editing, and reviewing products on Better Home Living.

Our Top Blenders for Frozen Fruit

Finding a blender that’s capable of mixing frozen fruit can be a difficult task. Most blenders are designed to mix and blend softer items together, and often don’t have the power needed to blend frozen ingredients. This article is going to walk you through this difficult buying process. I am going to help you make an informed decision and choose the perfect blender that will help you make awesome smoothies. As a bonus, I am going to give you my favorite recipe for the healthiest smoothie you’ve ever had before. It’s all coming up in this article, so continue reading.…

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How To Clean A Crystal

People have been adopting crystals for quite some time now. Plus, plenty of newcomers are also discovering the benefits these stones provide. However, the one thing that all collectors must understand is how to clean their crystals. The first way to clean a crystal is to wash away any dirt or dust that has built up on the stone. You can do that with water and a mild dishwashing liquid. Then, you can clean the crystal’s energy under flowing water by exposing it to a full moon or moon water and visualization. Related: How to Clean Crystal Glass In this…

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Motor Oil

Here is the question that lots of people have when it comes to changing their own oil – is it actually cheaper? Yes, absolutely. It has become increasingly expensive to have your oil changed at a garage. If you have the tools, ability, and know-it-how and wait for discounts and sales, you’ll be able to change your oil for as little as $20 – $25. If you have your oil changed at a garage, it will cost you between $45 and $80, and synthetic oil can cost you $65 and $100. You may be thinking that changing your oil is…

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Should You DIY A Portable Power Station Or Buy A Commercial One?

Portable power stations offer a convenient solution for supplying power where there is none. They can be literal lifesavers in emergencies, and they’ll keep your phones charged while camping. Still, commercial versions can be pretty pricey for the average consumer, so should you build one instead? Related: The Best Portable Power Station for CPAP While it’s possible to put together a portable power station as a DIY project, it’s better to stick with commercially-available units. That’s especially true if you’re buying it for emergencies or off-grid uses, where reliability and safety are top priorities. If price is your deciding factor,…

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It’s incredible how smart our world around us is becoming. We have smart toothbrushes, toilets (yes, it’s a thing), smart lights, ice makers, thermostats, and of course, smart televisions. There are great features that come with any smart TV (Panasonic or Samsung), but one of the best features is the apps that are available. In this article, I want to discuss the apps available to you on a Panasonic Smart TV, specifically a Panasonic Smart Vierra TV. Panasonic offers a decent amount apps already pre-installed on your TV. The most commonly used apps should already be present on your TV.…

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How to Make Money With Your Family Website

If you have a family blog, then I have some exciting news for you! This is what I will discuss in this article: There are actually several ways you can turn that family blog into a real income. It’s hard to say how much money your blog can make you, but it can be a viable source of income. With blogging, it’s fun to tell your story to the world. I love that the internet has made the world so small. We can share our exciting experiences and speak about what we’ve discovered in life and all of it from…

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This article will talk you through the process of upgrading your Harvest Right Freeze Dryer Firmware Software. Related: Harvest Right Sales Your technician should have emailed you the updated firmware. Upgrading Your Harvest Right Firmware You’ll need a USB flash drive to complete the process. We found that the smaller flash drives work the best for updating the firmware in your Harvest Right Freeze Dryer. A 16GB Scan Disk works fine, we added a link to Amazon to show you the one that we used. You’ll want to format the flash drive and add the firmware fire to the USB…

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Purchasing and installing a home security system can be expensive. It’s not uncommon to spend upwards of $2000 on cameras, an alarm system, and all the odds and ends. The good news is you don’t have to spend that much money on a security system these days! When I heard about eufy, and all of the security equipment that they have available, I had to test it out for myself and see if it was a viable option for my home. I jumped online and purchased the eufy Floodlight Cam 2 that shoots video up to 2K and has a…

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We all love our backyards, but it’s terrible when we are forced to leave because of those pesky mosquitos. When it begins to get dark, you can see and hear them coming like a tiny insect army. In this article, I’m going to give you ways to fight back against mosquitos and take back your backyard so that you can enjoy it with your family. There are several ways to control mosquitos in your backyard, and we’ll list the most popular options in this article. Eliminate Breeding Opportunities This is where you must begin. Female mosquitos lay their eggs in…

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Realize it or not, ice makers are a part of our daily life. We use them in our homes, businesses, and offices, but did you know that ice makers are also great for camping, RVing, and on our boat? It’s true. We go camping every summer, and always take a portable ice maker with us. I don’t think we could go camping without a portable ice maker now, that’s how much we’ve grown to love it. If you’re looking for a portable ice maker for your outdoor adventure, then you’re in the right place. In this article, we’re going to…

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