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Change the Locks!

Posted on April 3, 2020December 1, 2021 by The Mature Man

Just bought a new home? Change the locks, NOW! So you looked and looked and looked, and you found the perfect house. You negotiated, you inspected, and you moved in. Now, what do you need to do? You need to change the locks. Well, the first thing you should do, perhaps even before the big move-in, is changing the locks, both front and back! Watch the video below to learn more about the locking systems used on a house. Why it is so important to change the locks on doors, both front and back. Also, the video will show you the installation methods for installing exterior (or interior) door locks on your new home (or existing). Also, the video explains why it is so important to change the locks as soon as you close or get the keys to your new place. If you might need the locks before your move, see the sections below for a great selection of door locking systems, and accessories. Click on any of the images to read reviews, get specifications, and to see current pricing. Shop for Mechanical Exterior Door Locks These are the more “traditional” locking systems that we are most used to. Click on any image for more details of these mechanical locks for the exterior doors of your home. Shop Electronic Exterior Door Locking Systems Are you ready for an upgrade, now that you have a new home? These are the latest in electronic locks for your home. Some of these are the newer pushbutton type locks, and others are even newer technologies that incorporate your mobile phone, and incorporate cameras in the locking system. Great for keeping an eye on your home when you are away. Interior Electronic and Traditional Door Locking Mechanisms While upgrading your locks on the exterior

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What Is Homeowners Insurance

Posted on April 1, 2020December 3, 2021 by The Mature Man

Why do you need homeowners insurance? Time to find out! When buying a home, and using a lender (which most of us do), you will need to purchase homeowners insurance. Much like renters insurance, homeowners insurance covers the personal property you have inside your new home. Yet, unlike renters insurance, it does a lot more than that. The video below explains the six (6) parts that make up homeowners insurance, why those six parts are important, and why you have to have it. And, as I said before, lenders will most likely require it. Should you watch the video, and have more questions, I would be happy to try to answer. Most likely though I will refer you to a few insurers that my clients have recommended, and that they trust with their insurance needs. Featured Books About Homeowners Insurance To learn more about homeowners insurance, how to keep records, and what it does and does not cover, here are some books that might help. For more information, reviews, or other best-selling titles, click on any image below. Featured Books on How to Purchase a Home Will this be your first home? Maybe it’s been a long time since you last bought? This selection of best- selling titles may help with any questions that you may have, or how to get started. Click on any image below to learn more, read reviews, and also to shop other top titles. A reminder that the links on this page may be affiliate links, including some that are Amazon Affiliate links. I may earn a small commission for qualifying purchases through the links (at not cost to you). This does not change my opinion of the product or service, but does help to support the site. Thank you! Don’t forget to check out my Amazon

How to Choose and Install Laundry Appliances

Posted on March 4, 2020December 8, 2021 by The Mature Man

Shopping for new laundry appliances? Reliability is only one of the considerations for choosing and install laundry appliances If you shop for appliances, you will want to find out how to determine what is the most reliable brand of washers and dryers. Yet, there are other considerations to be determined when deciding how to choose and install laundry appliances. No, not all washers and dryers are the same. Depending on your budget, how often you will be using it, and how you will be using it, will determine what type of clothes washer, and ultimately what type of dryer you will need. Check out the video below to learn more about washers and dryers, and how choosing the right type will help you not only in doing your laundry but also save money too! Top and Front Load Washers Currently Available If you might be considering purchasing a new washer, check out these well-priced options. Your budget is the biggest consideration, but like the video above suggests, also consider energy usage, and how often you will be doing laundry. Also, you will want to read the reviews, and perhaps consult with publications like Consumer Reports to find what is the most reliable brand(s) of washers and dryers. Click on any image below to see options, descriptions, specifications, and reviews. Also, click on images to see other manufacturers’ machines. Buying a New Washer, You May Want to Consider a New Dryer Too?! As the video suggests, when you buy a new washer, you may want to replace your dryer as well. Today’s, dryers are so much more energy-efficient versus those of years ago, so buying a new one now will most likely save you money. Click on the images below to see details of each dryer, and read reviews. Also, clicking

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Calvin Klein Classic Crew Neck T-Shirt

Posted on January 30, 2020February 23, 2022 by The Mature Man

The “Classic” Crew Neck – Still my favorite T-shirt after all these years. After all these years since they were first introduced, a man cannot go wrong by wearing a Calvin Klein white T-shirt. A staple of fashion in most men’s closets. You can wear a Calvin under a nice dress shirt for comfort. You can wear a Calvin Klein tee under a casual shirt or even alone. Wear a white t-shirt with a nice pair of denim or khakis. The options are nearly endless. Calvin Klein sold their first white t-shirts starting in the ’80s, and even then I was a big fan. Of course, back in the 80’s money was a bit limited for me, since I was living at my parents and babysitting, but when I could I bought my Calvin’s. Well, today things are a bit different, but the Calvin Klein, classic fit, 100% cotton crew neck T-shirt remains the same. What I like the most about my Calvin’s is that they last so long. Washing after washing they always look great. So many T-shirts I have bought in the past, when I have tried to save money, just didn’t hold up. Often those shirts lose their color and their shape after a few launderings. My Calvin Klein white T-shirt always stays white (if you buy the white tees of course), and the neck always holds it’s shape, no matter how many washings. Speaking about the neckline, I have another favorite thing about Calvin Klein tees other than durability. To this day I have never found a T-shirt that looks as great under a button-down shirt, or sweater where the tee might show. Under a V-neck sweater, or low crew, just enough of the collar of the tee might show, and it makes a nice contrast.

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In Search of the Perfect House Slippers

Posted on January 29, 2020February 23, 2022 by The Mature Man

Maybe not the perfect shoes, but these are great for the colder months. It’s my task every few years since having moved north. The search for the perfect house slipper, or shoe. As I have gotten older my feet get cold during the winter months. Whereas a nice pair of socks use to suffice, now I have to wear lighter-weight pair of house slippers. My house slippers of many years finally gave up on me recently, or vice versa. Well, actually I saw my toe poking out one day, so I knew it was time for a new pair. The trouble with men’s house slippers is that they are pretty hard to find in stores, and even when you can find them, the selection and sizes are always poor. Sure you can visit the more fine men’s stores. And yes they may have something that would be called a house slipper, but you will easily end up paying $50, $90, or even more for a pair. For my budget and my use, a generic pair of house slippers does the trick for me. I tried to get the same pair that I had before, but alas they were nowhere to be found. So with that being said, I had to find another option. I stumbled on these Urban Fox Jackson slippers and after reading the reviews online, I knew that they would be fine for me. First, they were inexpensive, just a bit over $12 when I bought them. Second, they looked pretty warm, with the micro-suede, rubber-soles, and faux fur trim. Not too much so, but perfect for in the house. So, I picked out my suggested (normal) size, using the reviews as a guide to how the fit was. They arrived just a few days later, thank you

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Trader Joe’s Liquid Dish Soap – My Review

Posted on January 2, 2020March 18, 2021 by The Mature Man

Citrus scent version of this citrus scent dishwashing soap from Trader Joe’s stores. I was at my local Trader Joe’s store recently and I saw another customer reach for the liquid dishwashing soap. Their action made me think that I too needed liquid dish soap so I picked up a bottle of their citrus scented product. Most of us keep liquid dish soap around the kitchen, and some of us may use it several times a week. I know that I sure do. Well, in my case, since it’s only me, and I hate unloading the dishwasher, I use liquid dish soap pretty much every day of the week. I may use liquid dish soap on just a few dishes like my morning coffee cup or water-glass, or plates using a dish towel, or wand. If I cook, I will use it on the pots from my having cooked a whole meal. I hadn’t tried many of Trader Joe’s kitchen, or household products yet, and since I was running out, I thought that I would try the liquid dish soap. The citrus scent sounded interesting though they have a lavender scent too. Since I have always been a big Dawn fan, I thought the citrus might be a good comparable smell. Though I will admit, I haven’t really noticed much of a scent for either brand. Well, alas my first clean-up chore was the pan that is used for my Cosori air fryer. It is a two-part unit, and though it is Teflon or non-stick, it still has to be cleaned with something pretty substantial. Well, on my first use, I found that this Trader Joe’s dishwashing product didn’t quite do the trick. I thought, well perhaps I didn’t use as much as a thought that I did, so maybe that was why.

Trader Joe’s Mistletoe

Posted on December 4, 2019March 17, 2021 by The Mature Man

Old-Fashion Mistletoe Bunched with a Red Bow, Perfect for Gift Giving Trader Joe’s is offering again this year their old-fashion cardboard boxes of mistletoe, bunched with a small red bow. My local store had this item last year and it appeared to be a great hit. I seem to remember that it sold out pretty early in the season. This year my local store appears to have a large inventory of the mistletoe, but who knows how fast it may sell? I will have to check later this week. It is marketed as being “real” mistletoe, and that it is. You may want to note though that I would call it “processed” since it has had its color enhanced to a pretty shade of green by the use of some sort of paint. As you can see above that the mistletoe seems to be one of the more common varieties you see, which from my understanding there are many to choose from. A note is that the mistletoe does come with a nice red ribbon, which makes it even more festive. The ribbon also adds some nice color against the green of the mistletoe. I’m not sure if this would be a suitable option for a lapel if you ever thought of that idea. Too big, and perhaps messy. However, Trader Joe’s mistletoe would look great hanging over a doorway. Once you hang it, the tradition is that you find your sweetie, or someone you care about it, and catch them under the mistletoe. The plan then is that you might kiss under the mistletoe. I would suggest asking the prospective kissee (?) first, especially these days. You don’t want to have a cold reception, or worse. At my local Trader Joe’s the mistletoe was priced very affordably. It would