May 10, 2012 in Gardening, Home Improvement, Housing, Housing Tips
With summer on the horizon, families will be heading to backyards across the country for picnics, sports games and to simply soak up the sun. A lush green lawn is the perfect setting for these activities and will be the envy of the neighborhood. How does one achieve that well-manicured, stadium-style lawn? Many homeowners think ...
April 28, 2012 in Home Improvement, Housing, Housing Tips
When spring arrives with its bright sunshine, fresh air, vibrant colors and light, do you find yourself regretting the decorating decisions you made last fall or winter? It’s natural to incorporate the season into your home decor, and the best way to do that is with design touches that can change as easily – and ...
April 21, 2012 in Home Improvement, Housing, Housing Tips, Living Green, Money, Money Tips
Homeowners expect to get a bill from their utility company each month, but opening one for a particularly expensive month can be a real shocker. If your bills seem consistently higher than what they should be, it’s time to look for hidden energy drains and consider some changes that can make a huge difference. Consider ...
April 21, 2012 in Housing, Housing Tips, Insurance, Money
Are you a first-time home buyer? An established homeowner? An empty nester? Whatever stage of life you’re in, it pays to make sure you have the right insurance – and you’re not paying for coverage you don’t need. Homeowner policies can be customized to fit to your lifestyle, so you’re not automatically paying for coverage ...
April 18, 2012 in Home Improvement, Housing, Housing Tips
Spring has been knocking at the door all winter long. With record-low snow falls behind us and a forecast of more unseasonably-mild days ahead, why not take advantage of the temperate weather and get a jump on your outdoor spring cleaning now? Here’s a list of to-dos guaranteed to get your outdoor space in tip-top ...
March 21, 2012 in Home Improvement, Housing, Housing Tips, Living, Money, Money Tips
The kids are finally on their own and you’re ready to reclaim some spaces in your home that were previously dedicated to child’s play. Even though as empty-nesters you probably won’t spend so much on food, education and gas money, you’re still not ready to go into debt to redecorate the once-kid-centric rooms in your ...
November 11, 2011 in Featured, Health, Health Tips, Healthy Living, Housing, Housing Tips, Living, Safety
Today’s baby boomers are growing older gracefully. And although more than 10,000 boomers each day will turn 65, most are not letting their age stop them from maintaining active and healthy lifestyles. Here are a few ways to ensure that you (or the ones you love) stay healthy, active and safe: Maintain regular health screenings ...
April 25, 2011 in Featured, Housing Tips, Money Tips
With fuel costs on the rise, many consumers are wondering what they can do to reduce home energy bills. Making your home more energy-efficient can be surprisingly quick, easy and cost-effective. Next time you’re out running errands, keep these five items on your list of things to buy, and you could start seeing the savings ...
June 18, 2010 in Housing Tips
If you are expected to retire within the next year or two, you may be on the hunt for retirement communities. With so many options to choose from, many seniors are wondering, how they can start familiarizing themselves with their options. The first step in finding a retirement community is to decide on a location. ...
August 20, 2009 in Housing Tips, Insurance
There are two big myths about renters insurance. One is that it’s too expensive and the other is that it’s not needed. Not having renters insurance is a pretty big gamble, considering that without it you face the cost of replacing your personal belongings after an event such as fire or theft. What’s more, you ...
