Having all of your familys money in one bank account can make keeping track of your money easier, but it might not help your family meet its financial goals. Instead of one big fund for everything ” such as a checking account ” you might be better equipped to meet several small financial goals with […]
Here are a few tips to help make a large home feel more intimate. Textures and Colors Dark walls can make a space appear smaller. Rich earth tones, like brown, dark green and red create a cozy ambience. Thoughtful Furnishings A spacious room may benefit from multiple seating areas that serve various purposes, such as […]
Retiring early is a great idea if you can afford it. Unfortunately, few people plan for retirement as well as they should. A common rule of thumb is to save 10 times your final salary to retire by age 67. For someone with an annual salary of $50,000, that would mean having $500,000 saved in […]
No matter how much of a critter lover you may be, pests in your kitchen is never fun. But many consumers are also disinclined to spread poison all over their culinary arena. Below are a handful of natural, poison-free ways to keep those creepy crawlies outside where they belong. Vinegar and oil. No, youre not […]
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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