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 12, 2012 in Beauty, Health, Living, Living Green
Starting an environmentally friendly routine at home is a goal for many families who are concerned with reducing their environmental footprints. The age-old reduce, reuse and recycle mantra is a great start, but what many don’t know is that there are also simple changes you can make to your health and beauty routine that can ...
March 24, 2012 in Estate Planning, Living, Living Green, Money, Money Tips, Retirement Planning
There are plenty of reasons to rejoice about retirement – more time to spend with your family, the ability to travel more and the opportunity to pursue your true passions. And today’s retirees can also appreciate the fact that on average, people continue to outlive previous generations. Most people enjoy retirement even more than they ...
September 10, 2010 in Budgets & Savings, Home Improvement, Living Green
For many families, household budgets are still tight in the wake of the recession. But whether times are tough or not, it makes sense to save money wherever you can. There are plenty of small ways to start cutting costs. One of the best places in your home to start saving is the laundry room. ...
August 23, 2010 in Living Green
If you want to save money this fall by being more energy efficient, you can also reduce your carbon footprint by making changes right at home. A variety of home improvement projects can have a positive impact on your wallet while conserving energy....
August 2, 2010 in Diet & Nutrition, Healthy Living, Living Green
Protect your smoothie’s reputation by paying attention to both what’s inside the cup and the cup itself. First gaining popularity under the “health food” halo in the 1960s, smoothies are now a mainstream beverage enjoyed for both health and refreshment. They are a perfect to-go beverage, but equally great for a relaxing break at home. ...
July 5, 2010 in Living Green
More people than ever are looking for more natural ways to keep their homes clean and free of harsh chemical fumes and residues. But there is still plenty of confusion about the best way to do that. With so many products making vague claims, it can be hard to make an informed decision. What works? What's truly natural?...
June 14, 2010 in Living Green
Windows can be one of the home's most attractive features - but they can also be the main source of temperature loss. According to the US Department of Energy, windows can account for 10 to 25 percent of your heating bill. Fortunately, improving insulation doesn't have to mean replacing all your windows. ...
May 17, 2010 in Living Green, Safety
After a brutal winter across the U.S., the bitter chill has finally stopped biting. However, before you speed into activities such as replanting the garden, staining the porch, or fixing up the lawn, step on the brakes and be sure you do your seasonal car maintenance....
May 3, 2010 in Living Green
You may be one of the millions of people making eco-friendly changes around your home, but have you thought about going green in the garage?...
