Uncategorized 4 Reasons to Try a Weighted Blanket It seems like everyone—from friends to the media—are touting the benefits of weighted blankets these days. These specialized blankets weigh between 7 and 25 pounds and are usually filled with beads or pellets. Here’s what you should know about this trendy home accessory—and why experts say you should consider putting one on your bed. They […]
Uncategorized Pros and Cons of Raising Kids With Pets Pets have a place at the center of many families. Animals can benefit people in countless ways, but children often gain the most. If you’re thinking about bringing a pet into your home, consider your child’s age and personality, your family’s lifestyle and the needs and personality of the specific animal. Benefits of Having Pets […]
Uncategorized 5 Basics to Jumpstart Your Home Gym
Uncategorized Simple Ways to Save Money and Pad Your Emergency Fund Having an emergency fund to help pay for an unexpected car repair, hospital visit, or other financial emergency is a smart financial move, but finding money to sock away each month is easier said than done. However, it is possible if you have a sound strategy in place. Here are a few simple ways to […]
Uncategorized Productivity Tips for Working From Home Whether you’ve been working remotely for years or are new to a work-from-home scenario, there are important strategies for doing it successfully. Many have the misconception that working from home is easy and will automatically lead to increased productivity. In reality, the opposite is usually true. There are often more distractions at home, and not […]
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Uncategorized Reasons You Should Microchip Your Pet Millions of pets go missing each year, and many are never reunited with their owners. If your pet has a collar and a tag engraved with its name and your contact information, the tag may become damaged and difficult to read, or the collar may fall off or be removed, making it impossible for someone […]
Uncategorized Changes Your Family Can Make to Use Less Water Many Americans don’t realize how much water their family uses in a typical day or how much of that water is wasted. Conserving water can help to protect the environment and lower your bills. How to Save Water in the House If you typically leave the water running while you wash dishes, brush your teeth […]
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Uncategorized Is an FHA 203(k) Loan Right for You? Buying a house is expensive, even if it’s in good condition. If it needs work, coming up with money for renovations and repairs, plus a down payment and closing costs, can be a struggle. The Federal Housing Administration offers a solution in the form of an FHA 203k loan. It combines funds for a home […]
Uncategorized Hot Drink Ideas to Break Your Coffee Addiction If you are looking to lower your caffeine, or simply minimize your coffee intake, there are thankfully some delicious warming options. Break your coffee addiction little-by-little by replacing your morning brew with one of these tasty hot drink options. Chai Tea: This cafe favorite may seem fancy and complicated, but with a little hot water, […]
Uncategorized Window Guards Can Save Children’s Lives Each year, thousands of children across the U.S. fall from windows and suffer serious injuries or death. Falls are most common among toddlers, who are curious and don’t recognize the potential danger. A child can be injured even in a fall from a first-floor window, but the chance of severe injuries or death increases with […]
Uncategorized How to Financially Prepare for Having Children Do you have a baby on the way, or are you planning to have children soon? Being a new parent comes with both invaluable rewards and, let’s face it, some challenges. Although there might not be much you can do to prepare for sleepless nights or loud crying, you can take steps to help ensure […]
Uncategorized How You Know the Right Time to Leave Your Bank Maybe it’s the high fees, not enough ATMs, lousy service or low interest rates on savings accounts that convince you to finally leave your bank. It could be all of those things, or something much worse. Everyone has their own pain point. If you’re unsure if your bank is doing the best job for you […]
Uncategorized 7 Tips for Using Your Food Processor Food processors are one of the most helpful of kitchen appliances. Whether you need to slice, dice, chop, shred or purée a host of ingredients for a meal, large or small, the handy machine can get the job done quickly with the press of a button. Depending on which model you have, a food processor […]
Uncategorized Quick Tips for Keeping Your Home Looking Spotless Nobody likes to spend hours cleaning house–and, sometimes, there are few hours to spare. Yet some people seem to have a knack for keeping their homes looking spotless even when the time spent cleaning is minimal. Country Living Magazine polled home bloggers and other busy women to come up with several little tricks that help […]
Uncategorized How to Keep Your House Clean If You Have Young Kids If you have small children, you know how hard it can be to keep your house clean. Here are some strategies to help you avoid getting stressed out and make your home presentable in case you have unexpected guests. Set Realistic Expectations and Communicate Them If you had high standards for cleanliness before you had […]
Uncategorized Tips to Boost Your Daily Productivity Every day we wake up with a list of things to do, no matter the day of the week. As the hours pass and the sun sets, it never feels like there are enough hours in a day to finish everything you wanted to get done. But this doesn’t mean you can’t complete all of […]
Uncategorized 10 Tips to Stretch Your Food Budget Food is a major expense in any household, and for those on a tight budget, a few dollars saved can make a big difference. ChooseMyPlate.gov offers 10 tips based on planning and smart shopping to help you feed your family while keeping more money in your wallet. 1. Plan, plan, plan. Before you head to the […]
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Uncategorized 7 Ways to Prevent Heart Disease and Stroke Someone dies from heart disease, stroke or another cardiovascular disease every 43 seconds in the U.S., according to the American Heart Association (AHA). To help you live a longer, healthier life, the AHA notes seven things you can do to reduce your chances of a heart attack or stroke. 1. Know your risk. Certain factors can […]