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Home Sweet Home

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The history of the humble abode and how to create one of your own

By The Blinkist Curators

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What makes a house or an apartment a home? Is it the things you fill it with, or the people you create memories together in the space? Whether you're thinking about co-living, striking it out on your own, or a couple moving in together, find out how you can create a safe and comfortable space in these Blinks and Shortcast episodes. You'll learn about the evolution of homes and our home offices, discover different ways of living, and get valuable financial advice on buying your first home.

Home Sweet Home

The history of the humble abode and how to create one of your own

Buying Your First Home

Buying Your First Home

Ilona Bray, Alayna Schroeder and Marcia Stewart

Nolo's Essential Guide

The Truth About Home Ownership

The Truth About Home Ownership

Some of personal finance's most common burning questions are about home ownership. Is it really worth it to buy a home? What about selling one—in "this" market? Is your home actually equity you're sitting on that otherwise could be put to work for you? In this episode, Farnoosh answers some questions about what it means to buy a home, sell one, and why sometimes renting might be the better solution for your money situation.

At Home

A Short History of Private Life

Happier at Home

Happier at Home

Kiss More, Jump More, Abandon Self-Control, and My Other Experiments in Everyday Life

Declutter Your Home: Joshua Becker

Declutter Your Home: Joshua Becker

Minimalism isn't just an excuse to declutter your home, it's also a way to give you clarity and focus. Joshua Becker, author of The Minimalist Home, explains what you need to do in living space to achieve a simpler, more streamlined life and free yourself from the anxiety and distraction of clutter.

The Future Home in the 5G Era

The Future Home in the 5G Era

Jefferson Wang, George Nazi, Boris Maurer & Amol Phadke

Next generation strategies for hyper-connected living

Set Up A Home Office on a Budget

Set Up A Home Office on a Budget

Amid the upheaval caused by a global pandemic, one of the first daily rituals that was put on pause was going to the office. For many of us, working from home quickly went from a novel idea to an everyday reality. If you've found yourself hunched over a laptop while camped out on your sofa, or you're dreading that prospect, this might just be the perfect episode for you. Having worked at home for several years, Omar shares with you his top tips for a home working environment that is as functional, attractive, and cost-effective as possible—so you can get things done at home, and feel good while doing it.

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