House & Home

Deep in the Limousin countryside, Richard Wiles bought his dream home. But little did he expect to be living full time in the dilapidated farmhouse while struggling to finish the conversion during the insect plagues of summer and the harsh blizzards of winter. Watched by his bemused neighbours, Richard also pursues his more unusual dreams of raising llamas, hot-air ballooning and marathon running whilst trying to keep the roof over his head. Told with unfailing humour and optimism, this is a unique tale of overcoming the formidable challenges of building a home, and a life, in France. more...

Price: $14.99

Organization expert Erin Rooney Doland, Editor-in-Chief of Unclutterer.com, will show you how to clear the clutter, simplify your surroundings, and create the remarkable life you deserve -- in just one week. Simple living isn't about depriving; it's about enriching. more...

Price: $22.00

There has never been a greater need for an Australian green consumer guide to help people make informed choices about the products they buy. Tanya Ha responds to the shift in public debate about climate change toward actively seeking solutions with a practical guide that encourages consumers to become informed, get involved and to vote with their dollar. Packed with answers – practical tips and advice to help the reader make a real difference in their own lives – The Australian Green Consumer Guide is an essential, non-judgemental guide to making more ecologically sound consumer choices, whether you are shopping for food or fashion, cars or white goods. more...

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Everything you need to know to can and preserve your own food. With the cost of living continuing to rise, more and more people are saving money and eating healthier by canning and preserving food at home. This easy-to-follow guide is perfect for you if you want to learn how to can and preserve your own food, as well as if you're an experienced canner and preserver looking to expand your repertoire with the great new and updated recipes contained in this book. Inside you'll find clear, hands-on instruction in the basic techniques for everything from freezing and pickling to drying and juicing. There's plenty of information on the latest equipment for creating and storing your own healthy foods. Plus, you'll see how you can cut your food costs while controlling the quality of the food your family eats.: Everything you need to know about freezing, canning, preserving, pickling, drying, juicing, and root cellaring; Explains the many great benefits of canning and preserving, including eating healthier and developing self-reliance; Features new recipes that include preparation, cooking, and processing times; Amy Jeanroy is the Herb Garden Guide for About.com and Karen Ward is a member of the International Association of Culinary Professionals. If you want to save money on your grocery bill, get back to basics, and eat healthier, Canning & Preserving For Dummies, 2nd Edition is your ideal resource! more...

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Now updated — America's #1 bestselling home-buying book!. Want to buy a house, but concerned about the market? Have no fear — this trusted guide arms you with Eric Tyson and Ray Brown's time-tested advice and updated strategies for buying a home in current market conditions. You'll discover how to find the right property, make smart financial decisions, and understand the latest lending requirements and tax implications.: New to this edition — new and expanded coverage to help homebuyers take advantage of low home prices, understand the subprime mortgage crisis, obtain a mortgage, and improve credit scores;. To buy or not to buy? — weigh the advantages of owning versus renting, get your finances in order, and know how much house you can safely afford;. Handle financing — understand your credit rating, navigate the different types of mortgages, and complete all paperwork;. Play the real estate game — find the right location and property, assemble an all-star real estate team, and make the most of the Internet's real estate resources;. Let's make a deal — negotiate with finesse, make successful offers, inspect and protect your new home, and cover all your bases in escrow. "Invaluable information, especially for the first-time home buyer." — Fort Worth Star-Telegram. "A reference you'll turn to time after time." — St. Petersburg Times. Open the book and find:.: Reasons why home prices rise and fall;. Hands-on instruction for buying a home in up or down markets;. How to pay the price you want;. The best mortgage options;. A sample home-buying contract;. Pros and cons of comparable market analysis;. Tips for overcoming mortgage and appraisal problems;. How to cope with buyer's remorse;. The best real estate Web sites more...

Price: $21.99