There are plenty of reasons why it pays to lay out your daily, weekly, and monthly plans for the home front. Not only can it help you stay on top of tasks rather than feeling like they’re always ...

This month-by-month checklist may vary slightly if your seasons do not bring drastically cold or hot weather months, but adjust your checklist accordingly and don’t skimp on safety.

• Check all water shut-off valves at toilets, sinks and the water meter. Look for corrosion or other signs of leaks. Turn the valves off and on several times to ensure that they work properly ...

Make monthly goals Divide your goal into smaller tasks. List the actions you can take monthly and even weekly that will build up to you hitting your target by year-end.