How Smart Technology Can Improve Your Home

Children are often oblivious to the many dangers around them. Accidents in the home are a leading cause of injury and death among children. Here are a few ways to childproof your home and keep your little one safe. Potential HazardsLook at your home from a babys or toddlers perspective. Ask yourself: What would catch…

When it comes to student loans, dealing with the lender can be more difficult than repaying the loan. Thats one of the top complaints by consumers in a report of the student loan ombudsman for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). For federal student loans, more than twice as many consumers (71 percent) reported difficulties…

When we think about lottery winners, we likely imagine new cars and mega-mansions. But according to a recent survey conducted by the National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC), most of us would actually use our lottery winnings to pay down our debt. Among the 1,729 people who took part in this online poll, 87 percent…

Puttering in the garden is an age-old hobby pursued for several reasons; it can keep you fit, provide food and flowers, and help you live in a more beautiful world. Experienced gardeners say mastering a few simple skills can get you off to a productive start to the home garden of your dreams: Know your…

Is student loan debt weighing you down? Pay beyond the minimum payment every month to reduce your principal and avoid wasting money on interest. To trick yourself into making an extra full payment annually, split monthly payments in half and pay that amount every two weeks instead. Consider refinancing and consolidating your loans with a…

Everyone needs calcium for strong bones. Calcium is especially important for older women, who are at higher risk for osteoporosis. The best way to get enough calcium is to eat foods with the nutrient in them every day. That includes dairy products, certain vegetables, and food products fortified with calcium, including some orange juices, tofu…