Monthly Archives: August 2020

Should You Prepay Your Mortgage?

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5 Steps for Clean Window Screens

Cleaning your window screens is a chore few homeowners look forward to. No matter how shiny you can get your window panes, if your screens are scuzzy, your windows will look less than well washed. Below are several tips for properly cleaning your pesky...

4 Easy DIY Pieces for Your Home

Finding the perfect piece of furniture can be a daunting task. Here are some items that can be easily DIY'd, even by novice crafters.Wall ShelvesRope shelves can be made by painting or staining a length of wood and suspending it with eye hooks from a l...

Productivity Tips to Start Your Day

Looking to boost your daily productivity? Start by taking a look at your morning habits. Incorporating just a few of these into your get-up-and-go routine may help.Say no to snooze. Hitting the snooze button is tempting, but starting your day by procra...

When to Save Your Money and When to Invest

If you want your money to work for you, there are two main ways to achieve this goal: saving and investing. Knowing which option to choose is critical if you want your money to work the hardest.Here are some ways to prioritize the two:Start With Saving...

Pets Can Teach Kids Valuable Life Lessons

Owning a pet can teach children important values that can help them throughout life.Giving and receiving unconditional love can teach acceptance and build self-confidence and trust.Recognizing and addressing a pet's needs can build responsibility and c...

How to Clean Painted Walls

Did your toddler scribble on the walls? Or perhaps a year or two of wear and tear have your interior paints looking less than pristine. If your walls could use a little TLC, but you're not quite ready for a fresh coat of paint, consider the following m...

5 Tips to Become a Safer Driver

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Transitioning from a Car Lease to a Purchase

Leasing can be a smart way to test out a car for a few years without buying it. A lease can give you all of the latest technology and some time to determine if you like the car enough to buy it.If you want to buy it before the lease expires, read the t...

Is Debt Consolidation Right for You?

Credit cards can help you afford things you need if you don't have the money right now, but they often lead to trouble. Some people overspend, while others are forced to rely on credit cards more than they'd like because of a job loss or an unexpected ...