Gardening is a great way to beautify your home and connect with nature. But is your garden environmentally friendly? Heres how to become an eco-friendly gardener Choose native plants that grow naturally in your region so they dont require extra water or chemicals to keep them alive. Native plants also support the local ecosystem by […]
Kids seem to outgrow everything. Toys, stuffed animals and, of course, clothes can all seem a little too old or small for children as they grow up. Clothes can be especially difficult to deal with because they tend to pile up, require weekly cleanings and end up being too small before they get much use […]
Without some basic life skills, life can be more expensive than it has to be. While some life skills are taught by parents, and others are picked up through first-hand experience, there are plenty of worthwhile life skills that you can learn for free. Here are a few life skills you can learn that dont […]
Thinking about adding a home security system? Criminals are less likely to target homes with built-in security, so installing one could protect your family and valuables. Safety isnt the only benefit, though. Some systems let you control them remotely, allowing you to unlock the door for visitors and keep an eye on your kids from […]
Checking your credit report consistently for fraudulent activity may not be enough to protect your personal information and thus your credit score. What will help are three tools that are common in the credit world: fraud alerts, security freezes and credit locks. Fraud AlertThis is a free alert you can place with one of the […]
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Many home cleaning products can be expensive and include harmful chemicals. With just a little extra elbow grease, you can save money by using some natural cleaning products you may already have around the house. Here are some common and cheap items that are free of artificial ingredients and can make house cleaning simpler: Baking […]
Keeping eyeglasses clean, sanitized and free of scratches may seem simple enough. With this cleaning method, you can ensure clean, scratch-free and smudge-free results. Lightly rinse your lenses in lukewarm water to remove dust or debris that can cause scratches when wiped dry. For lenses with a coating, use eyeglass cleaner spray. Dry your glasses […]
In the wide world of kitchen dcor, the sink is rarely a star. Sandwiched between the granite countertops and the kitchen backsplash, it is perhaps the last thing homeowners think about. But considering how often we use it, and the different chores we use it for, the sink deserves a considered choice. Kitchen design consultants […]
Fees can eat away at your money if you dont keep on top of your banks enforced regulations. U.S. consumers paid $15 billion in overdraft fees in 2016, according to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Here are a few bank fees you can look out for: Overdraft FeesThese are often charged in response to bounced […]
