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Barbara Bellesi Zito

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Barbara Bellesi Zito is a freelance writer from Staten Island, covering all things real estate and home improvement. When she's not watching house flipping shows or dreaming about buying a vacation home, she writes fiction. Barbara's debut novel is due out later this year.

Latest Stories

I Just Discovered a Brilliant Technique for Keeping Baseboards Clean

It’s been a game-changer.

Barbara Bellesi Zito

Nov 23, 2024

7 Decluttering Secrets Pro Organizers Always Tell Their Clients

Because mindset is as important as method.

Barbara Bellesi Zito

Oct 22, 2024

I Tried Cleaning One Room a Day, and I’m Never Going Back

I’ll never clean my entire place at once ever again.

Barbara Bellesi Zito

Sep 14, 2024

I Sent a Pro Organizer Photos of My “Chaotic” Kitchen Cabinets, and Here’s How She Helped Me

Her advice was gold.

Barbara Bellesi Zito

Sep 7, 2024

I Tried the “Didn’t Know” Rule and Decluttered So Much in 10 Minutes

I can’t believe how quickly I decluttered.

Barbara Bellesi Zito

Aug 16, 2024

I Tried the “333 Method” to Pack My Carry-On Bag, and I Can’t Believe How Much Space I Saved

I was surprised at how many outfits I was able to create.

Barbara Bellesi Zito

Jun 27, 2024

If You Can’t Remember the Last Time You Wiped Down Your Spice Jars, You’re Going to Want to Read This

According to a cleaning pro.

Barbara Bellesi Zito

Feb 12, 2023

Can You Stack Your Own Washer and Dryer? An Appliance Pro Weighs In.

Although plenty of machines are indeed billed as stackable, is it safe to stack them yourself at home?

Barbara Bellesi Zito

Aug 23, 2022

The Color Real Estate Agents Call a “Nightmare” When They’re Trying to Sell Your Home

And, more importantly, what potential buyers think too.

Barbara Bellesi Zito

Jul 17, 2022

5 Super-Fun Games That Only Require a Pen and Paper

Tips from The Kitchn

Warning: Hilarity may ensue for children (and adults) of all ages.

Barbara Bellesi Zito

Feb 24, 2022