Holidays
How to Host a Budget-Friendly Barbecue Bash
How to Host a Budget-Friendly Barbecue Bash What’s a better way to enjoy the summer weather than getting to eat, grill, and celebrate through a barbecue bash? Keep in mind – you don’t need to prepare too much for a barbeque party. Check out these tips below for simple ways to save on your summertime…
Read MoreSoak Up Sunshine Safely This Summer
Soak Up Sunshine Safely This Summer Summer is just around the corner and as the weather warms up, we can get anxious to go outside. The sunshine does act as a mood booster and increases levels of vitamin D. While there are several benefits going outside, it’s important to do it safely. For instance, the…
Read MoreSeven Spring Home Maintenance Projects
Seven Spring Home Maintenance Projects There’s no doubt about it – the long, grueling winter months can be hard on our homes and lawns. Most of the state experienced heavy rain and snowfall for several weeks this winter, so it’s especially important to start some maintenance as we head into the warmer months. Check these…
Read MoreShow Your Home Some Love this Valentine’s Day
Show Your Home Some Love this Valentine’s Day Does your home feel a little bland? Ready to give your home a simple and easy facelift? At times, your “dream home” may become a little less dreamy after a few years. Staring at the same décor and furniture can become underwhelming. If you’re looking to spruce…
Read MoreFinancial Preparation for the New Year
Financial Preparation for the New Year As a you welcome the new year, and plan and prepare for your new year’s resolutions, take a moment to evaluate your finances and put a plan in motion to make some adjustments or improvements to your financial goals. To plan for financial improvement this coming year, here are…
Read MoreIs Holiday Debt Keeping You Down?
Is Holiday Debt Keeping You Down? The holiday season comes and goes, but holiday debt can linger all year. To avoid holiday spending hangout for the new year, there are a variety of options to help you pay off those high-interest debts. Home Equity Line of Credit Using your home’s equity is a quick and…
Read MoreControlling Your Holiday Spending
Controlling Your Holiday Spending It’s easy to go overboard when shopping for holiday gifts, but the fallout from seasonal overspending can last all year. Follow this helpful advice to get control of your holiday spending, before it begins to control you: Develop a budget and stick to it. Create a list of people you plan…
Read MoreSave the Stress – Plan for the Holidays
Save the Stress – Plan for the Holidays The holidays can put a financial burden even on the best shoppers and savers. As we approach the holiday season, it’s best to start and plan early to avoid the stress that comes with overspending. Here are some tips to help make the holidays a little less…
Read MoreFall Fixes for the Home
Fall Fixes for the Home Fall is a welcome reprieve from the oppressive heat of summer. It also offers homeowners everywhere a chance to ready their homes for cooler weather and potential fire season. As the seasons change, once again it’s time to perform some home maintenance. Here are nine yearly tasks that will help…
Read MoreWedding or Bust – How to Save Money on Your Big Day
Wedding or Bust – How to Save Money on Your Big Day Weddings can be the best day of your life, but they can also be expensive. As you’re looking for ways to save and stay on budget, consider these tips. Focus on What’s Important to You As you become further entrenched in the countless…
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