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Drew Blankenship

Drew Blankenship is a veteran automotive writer and content strategist with over 20 years of hands-on experience as a Porsche technician, delivering expert insights into vehicle maintenance, dealership practices, market trends, and the intersection of cars with personal finance.
His bylines appear in CleverDude.com and SavingAdvice.com, as well as other leading outlets such as HotCars, Youcanic, and Vehicle History.

boundaries

Lifestyle

The Power of “No”: Why Solid Boundaries Are Your Best Defense Against Toxic People

January 25, 2026
By Drew Blankenship
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Toxic people don’t always show up waving red flags. Sometimes, they arrive with charm, flattery, or even a sob story that tugs at your empathy. But over time, their patterns emerge, exposing manipulation, guilt-tripping, and emotional drain. If … [Read more...] about The Power of “No”: Why Solid Boundaries Are Your Best Defense Against Toxic People

recycling mistakes

Lifestyle

8 Things You Should Never Put In The Recycling Bin (But Most People Do Anyway)

January 24, 2026
By Drew Blankenship
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Recycling feels like one of the easiest ways to help the planet, but most people don’t realize how easy it is to do it wrong. A single misplaced item can contaminate an entire batch of recyclables, sending everything, including the good stuff, … [Read more...] about 8 Things You Should Never Put In The Recycling Bin (But Most People Do Anyway)

manufacturer warranty

Lifestyle

Don’t Touch This: 9 Repairs That Make Your Manufacturer Warranty Useless

January 24, 2026
By Drew Blankenship
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A manufacturer warranty is supposed to be your safety net. Your protection against expensive breakdowns and unexpected failures. But many homeowners accidentally void that protection without even realizing it, often by attempting repairs they believe … [Read more...] about Don’t Touch This: 9 Repairs That Make Your Manufacturer Warranty Useless

true character

Lifestyle

7 Moments That Reveal a Person’s True Character (Most People Fail #3)

January 24, 2026
By Drew Blankenship
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You can learn more about someone in a single uncomfortable moment than in years of casual conversation. Stress, pressure, and unexpected situations tend to peel back the layers people try to present, and what’s left is their true character. Whether … [Read more...] about 7 Moments That Reveal a Person’s True Character (Most People Fail #3)

home value

Home

7 Ways People Wind Up Destroying The Value Of Their Homes, According To Realtors

January 24, 2026
By Drew Blankenship
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Every homeowner wants their property to appreciate, but many unintentionally make choices that chip away at long-term equity. Realtors say it’s often not the big, dramatic mistakes that hurt the most. It’s the slow, subtle decisions that quietly … [Read more...] about 7 Ways People Wind Up Destroying The Value Of Their Homes, According To Realtors

winter damage

Lifestyle

10 Items That Won’t Survive Outdoors In The Winter

January 24, 2026
By Drew Blankenship
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When the temperatures drop, most homeowners assume their outdoor belongings can tough it out until spring, but winter has a way of proving otherwise. Cold snaps, ice storms, and constant moisture can quietly destroy items you rely on all year long. … [Read more...] about 10 Items That Won’t Survive Outdoors In The Winter

power surge protection

Technology

8 Electronics Everyone Should Unplug Before A Thunderstorm

January 23, 2026
By Drew Blankenship
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When thunder rumbles and the skies darken, most people rush to close windows or bring in patio furniture. But there’s one critical step that often gets overlooked: unplugging your electronics. Lightning doesn’t need to strike your house directly to … [Read more...] about 8 Electronics Everyone Should Unplug Before A Thunderstorm

relationship mistakes

relationship

10 Things You Should NEVER Reveal If You’re Caught Cheating

January 23, 2026
By Drew Blankenship
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Getting caught cheating is already a relationship earthquake, but what you say next can either help you rebuild or bury you deeper. Some confessions might feel honest in the moment, but can cause irreversible damage. If you’re trying to salvage … [Read more...] about 10 Things You Should NEVER Reveal If You’re Caught Cheating

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