Are you having trouble communicating with your partner, friends or colleagues? Do you forget what your friend just told you only minutes after the conversation ended? In a world geared toward multitasking, it can be hard to drop fully into a conversation and just listen. Below are three tips to help you be more present […]
Canceling a credit card that you rarely use or have paid off can feel good. It can give you a sense of accomplishment while lightening your wallet and giving you one less bill to worry about. It can, however, also cause your credit score to drop. But if you want to maintain your current credit […]
Here are a few tips for designing the perfect space for your little ones… Fun Meets Function Dont want toys and trinkets on the floor? Look for furniture that can double as storage. Foster Creativity A designated space for arts and crafts is an excellent way to foster your childs creativity. Keep It Open By […]
Looking for a home so cozy you almost want to cuddle with it? The following design elements can create a comforting, warm space that you will never want to leave. Warm colors. Add warm colors to your walls, accents, linens window hangings and more to create a cozy vibe inside. Deep orange, rusty reds, buttery […]
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State-sponsored 529 accounts are a tax-free way to pay for a childs college education. Opening an investment account when theyre young and contributing to it regularly and basically forgetting about it until theyre ready to go to college is one way to deal with it. The money is usually invested in mutual funds, so parents […]
Here are some tips for getting the highest ROI. Go Beyond Cosmetic Repairs Most homebuyers know to look beyond cosmetic damage. More importantly, theyll want to know that the major systems are in good working condition. Rethink Luxury Fixes If youre updating your kitchen or bathroom before listing your home, make sure you’re not going […]
Victims of identity theft or fraud may feel they dont have many options to protect themselves. An easy stopgap, however, is to place a fraud alert on your credit report. A fraud alert can be placed fairly simply. Contact one of the three major credit bureaus to ask that they place a fraud alert on […]
Unless youre living in a custom designed home, you probably wish your bathroom”or your guest bath”was bigger. Short of pushing out the walls or totally remodeling, home editors at TheSpruce.com offer eight good tips for making the most of your bathroom space: Pick the right colors. Save the bright hues for accessories if you like, […]
Here are a few tips for designing an area that does far more than hold your wardrobe. Strategic Storage Open shelving allows you to take stock of everything with a glance. Take a Seat Be it an ottoman or chaise lounge, have a place to sit when trying on shoes. Mirrors Galore Youll need a […]
