Carrying cash is becoming less common these days, which can be a nuisance for parents and their children”especially when it comes to paying children their allowance each week. For many parents, cash allowances are becoming a thing of the past as they instead turn to prepaid debit cards that can be managed directly from their…
A master suite can be a private oasis in your new homebut it can also factor into your homes value. Typical features include a large bedroom area, spacious closets, a luxurious bathroom and other amenities. But a master suite can be expensive and affect the homes appeal whenever you decide to sell. Before buying a…
Leasing can be a smart way to test out a car for a few years without buying it. A lease can give you all of the latest technology and some time to determine if you like the car enough to buy it. If you want to buy it before the lease expires, read the terms…
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Looking to dress your windows with something other than curtains? The following ideas are fun, great for creative expression and relatively inexpensive. Screens. These thin, partially transparent screens can be pulled down when you need them and still let some light through. Bright frames. Don’t want any type of coverage but looking for a color…
Here are a few quick ways to set an autumnal tone in your home. Accent with Fall Colors Shades of orange, brown and dark red are popular and provide a sense of warmth. Autumn-Inspired Centerpieces Get creative with items that are synonymous with this time of year, like gourds, pumpkins and pine cones. Decorate with…
Everyone who takes out a mortgage hopes to be able to make payments on time, but life sometimes gets in the way. A job loss, an unexpected expense, or an illness or injury can wreak havoc on a familys finances. A mortgage that converts from a fixed- to an adjustable-interest rate can cause mortgage payments…
Social media is just that”social. And a big part of it is sharing photos when youre out celebrating something, such as your birthday. However, these two things”photos of yourself and your date of birth”can be all someone needs to steal your identity and start opening bank accounts, credit cards and other things in your name….
These are the best spaces to have in your home for a digital detox. Library Theres nothing quite like curling up in a cozy chair and getting lost in a good book. Fitness Area Forget your worries while connecting with your body and taking care of yourself. Meditation Room A meditation room is the perfect…
A debit card is a smart way to shop if you want to avoid using a credit card that will charge you interest if you dont pay the balance in full each month. But because a debit card is directly tied to your bank account, you can lose a lot of protections. Debit Card HasslesWhile…