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How to Prevent Slip-and-Fall Accidents at Home

Slip-and-fall accidents are common and can cause injuries ranging from scrapes and bruises to broken bones, head trauma and even death. Most accidents occur at home. Although senior citizens have a heightened risk, any person of any age can experience ...

Is Your Credit Card APR Increasing?

Opening mail from your credit card company is never fun. If it isn’t a bill or marketing letter, it’s often an update to the terms of the credit card agreement, including changes to the annual percentage rate, or APR, that determines the interest rate ...

5 Design Features for a Luxurious Year-Round Outdoor Space

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Top 10 Tips for Avoiding Scams

Scam artists continue to find new, creative ways to defraud innocent people, making it increasingly difficult for consumers to protect themselves, their families and their money. That said, by remembering these 10 tips from the experts at the Better Bu...

Unexpected Costs for First-Time Homebuyers

Some first-time buyers are surprised by the full cost of homeownership.To prepare your budget, consider these extra costs:Closing costs typically total 2 – 5 percent of the purchase price and are in addition to down payments.Homeowners insurance costs ...

Reasons to Buy a Greenhouse

Gardening can be an excellent way to relax, connect with nature, and grow food for your family and flowers to decorate your home and share with others. Unfortunately, seasonal temperature changes, unpredictable weather and other issues can make growing...

Can You Save Money by Bundling Insurance Policies?

Insurance is necessary to protect you from financial ruin, but it can be expensive. If you own a home and a vehicle, you might be able to save a substantial amount of money by bundling your policies with one carrier. Many insurance companies offer disc...

4 Herbs You Should Be Growing in Your Kitchen

Fresh herbs make any dish pop. Theyre the perfect addition to any meal and add a dynamic flavor while keeping your food as healthy and nutritious as ever. An outdoor herb garden may not be an option for you if you have limited outdoor space, or live in...

How to Maintain the Beauty of Stainless Steel

Stainless steel appliances give a renovated kitchen that pop it needs, while stainless steel cookware makes for a durable product that never disturbs flavors yet guarantees a balanced heating of foods. To boot, stainless steel even resists corrosion an...

Think Twice Before Sending That Email

Emails are effective, instantaneous forms of communication, but its important to be careful of what you send and who you send it to. From a simple joke shared with a colleague to a real breach of privacy, making a mistake by email can haunt you for yea...