Yvonne Jeffery – författare

Minimize your impact on the world and enjoy a green lifestyle

Whether you want to repair, restore, or reuse, this practical guide is packed with realistic ways to help the environment and create a better home for you and your loved ones — from reducing energy use and waste to scaling back reliance on your car to making a difference in your diet.

Open the book and find:

Ways to work greener transportation into your lifestyle

The best ways to eat locally and organically

How to rid your life of clutter

Tips for conserving water and energy in your home today

Fixing leaky roofs, replacing broken pipes, and repairing cracks in ceilings can seem daunting to any homeowner. The Everything Fix-It Book takes readers through dozens of everyday fix-it projects, helping them avoid the high cost of professional help while maintaining the safety and value of their investments. This easy-to-follow guide shows how to patch drywall, replace windowpanes, repair furniture, maintain major appliances, and hire a pro for the big jobs without getting taken to the cleaners.This hands-on guide provides expert instruction on how to:Understand the ins and outs of plumbing, electrical, heating, and cooling systemsFind the right tools for the jobIdentify and solve pest problemsMake a home energy efficientKnow when to call in the pros and how to avoid ripoffsSpecially written for the mechanically challenged, The Everything Fix-It Book is the ideal resource to help homeowners prepare for the unexpected.

Everything you need to know about running a successful home-based business!A comprehensive, common-sense guide to starting and running a successful home-based business that describes how to set up a home office, select the right business, find funding sources, basic finance and bookkeeping, and effective sales, marketing, and promotion techniques, with updated resources, a new sample business plan, the latest tax data, and more.