Monthly Archives: October 2021
IRS Audit Red Flags Retirees Should Watch Out For
Only about 1 percent of Americans are audited in a given year, and most of those are weighted toward people with high incomes. Still, its something you dont want to take a chance on.Retired taxpayers should be aware of some red flags that could lead to... Read More
Choose Your Shredder Carefully
Protecting your personal information from identity thieves is a multi-step process; however, the biggest step you can take at home is to shred anything with personal information on it.“All a true identity thief needs to become you is your name and ZIP ... Read More
How to Get the Best Mortgage Refinance Rates
If you can find a lower mortgage rate than the one you already have, then refinancing a mortgage can make sense. Here are some of the best ways to get a low rate:Raise Your Credit ScoreFor a conventional loan, borrowers with a credit score of 740 or mo... Read More
The 5 Characteristics of an Outstanding Outdoor Kitchen
Create the ideal outdoor kitchen by paying attention to these characteristics…Figure Out the FeaturesThe grill is the star, but a stove top, sink and refrigerator add tons of convenience.Seating MattersConsider two seating areas: one for casual hangout... Read More
5 Quick Declutter Questions You Need to Ask
Weve all felt that urge to panic when we feel overwhelmed by clutter in the house. It can sneak up at any time of year, but especially after a holiday or birthday that results in more stuff in the home. Whatever the reason for your panic, there is a si... Read More
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. Heres what you should know about this tren... Read More
How to Sneak in More Veggies
Trying to munch more veggies on the reg, but sick of salads and steamed sides? Below are a handful of simple ways you can up your veggie count with ease.Blend them. If you’re a smoothie fan, you’ll be thrilled to know that adding a handful or two of ba... Read More
How to Optimize Smart Tech in Your Bedroom
Here are a few ways to spruce up your bedroom with the latest gadgets…Automated Blackout ShadesSync your shades with your sleep schedule and keep the room dark until its time to get up.Dawn SimulationEnjoy a dawn simulation by setting your lights to sl... Read More
Tax Tips For The Self-Employed
There are many advantages to being self-employed. Your work schedule is flexible. Theres no boss looking over your shoulder. You can take on the assignments you wish. But your tax situation is more complicated than it might be if you were earning a sal... Read More
Kitchen Trends That Are Going Out of Fashion
Most of us spend a lot of time in the kitchen, preparing meals and cleaning up. In many cases, we spend so much time in our familiar kitchen space that we dont pay much attention to what it looks like.But the trends, they are a-changin’. Todays kitchen... Read More