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Welcome to the Main + Tenacious archive of monthly maintenance checklists, DIY tutorials, and honest-to-goodness homeowner pep talks.

Whether you’re fixing a faucet or just figuring out where to start, these practical home tips are here to help you care for your home without losing your mind (or your weekend).

A step-by-step plan for savings
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What to budget for home maintenance

It’s Not An Exact Science So Relax. Budgeting for home maintenance can be a bit tricky. Some things break down sooner than expected, while others seem to last forever, especially if you decide to join us in our premium course, Maintain.  It’s not an exact science so all you perfectionists

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Venn diagram illustrating the intersection of three pillars of successful home maintenance: DIY skills, Tenacity, and Intentional Planning.
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A New Year, a New Relationship with Your Home

I know, I know—another article suggesting we add something to our plates for 2025. I hear you. But what if redefining your relationship with your home could actually create more time, energy, and even money for the things you truly love? It’s not about adding extra tasks; it’s about transforming how you approach what’s

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If you want to relax, visualize the ocean. AGGH! NO! GAH! AGHH! Oh! A calm ocean.....
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Perception is Powerful

  A little British humor from the show, “Black Books”. It’s a fun watch.   If you… One of my favorite books to read to my kids was If You Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Numeroff. It starts like this: If a hungry little mouse shows up on

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A Fresh Start for the New Year

We believe that a well-maintained home is more than just tidy—it’s a source of peace, comfort, and calm. And what better time to reset your relationship with your home than the beginning of a brand-new year? Gateways & Transitions Ah, January, where we bid adieu to the holiday break and

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