Winter parties are sometimes the highlight of the season, allowing people to get together in a cozy atmosphere while the snow falls outside. It’s a chance to hang out with friends who may be overwhelmed with the demands of the season and gives you time to catch up on a more personal level. Here are […]
Dining In: Healthy Meals You Can Make in a Pinch
Just because you don’t have a lot of time to make dinner for your family doesn’t mean the food you prepare should be unhealthy. There are dozens of healthy meal options that can be made in less than 30 minutes. If you have a crock pot, these meals can be a snap to prepare and […]
6 Style Tips for the Frugal Housewife
Most of the time, being frugal is not an option, it’s a necessity. If you don’t want to show up at the parent-teacher conference in gray sweats and fuzzy house slippers, it is imperative to learn how to style yourself, making the most out of every dollar you spend on your wardrobe. Select a color […]
Internet Safety and Security: Have You Talked With Your Family About Cyber Dangers?
Experts estimated that over 30 percent of computers around the world are infected with some sort of malware. Even more disturbing, roughly 74,000 new viruses are created every day. Internet security should be a top priority for every family. Below explains five key Internet safety and security points to discuss with your family. Cyberbullying Children […]
Beat the Heat: 5 Ways to Save on Your Cooling Bills
With summer heat comes cook-outs, swimming pools, camping, and higher cooling bills. Although cost of cooling will inevitably increase with the summer months, there are some simple and effective ways to keep those costs down as much as possible. Air conditioner maintenance Change or clean your air conditioner filter every month during the summer. Most […]
5 Housework Family Trends That Are Quickly Catching on in Homes
Today’s family structure is often hectic and overloaded with work-related, social, and personal obligations. One of the obligations that can’t be avoided is housework. As family dynamics have changed, so has the manner in which household chores are handled. The following housework trends are quickly catching on in today’s busy households. Divided responsibilities Dividing household […]
Leave It to Experts: 5 Yardwork Projects You Should Hire a Professional for
If you like to putter around the yard and you are planning to landscape your lawn, you will be tempted to do everything yourself. You will probably be able to tackle a lot of the projects involved in beautifying your lawn, but there are some you should definitely leave to the experts. Irrigation systems Sprinklers […]
Your Family and Insurance Plans: 4 Things Your Coverage Might Be Missing
Getting insurance is an important step in protecting yourself and your family from financial disaster during a crisis. Most people recognize the fact that getting insurance is vital, but even the best of us can overlook certain things that really ought to be included in our coverage. Here are four things which your insurance coverage […]
Future Finances: How to Create Balance in Your Life and Checkbook
People who overspend tend to have bad budgeting habits, spend a lot of needless time trying to figure out how to deal with the pressures of creditors and devising ways to get the basics of life on a meager budget. Many times, an overspending habit isn’t even a conscious one. It can be the exact […]
A Window of Opportunity: 5 Ways to Save Money on Your Utility Bills
Wasting resources like electricity and water hurts the environment and the home owner’s wallet. Fortunately, there are simple and inexpensive ways to save money on your utility bills. Home owners can conserve resources and money through following the energy efficiency tips below. Upgrade windows and doors Consider upgrading your home doors and windows. The National […]