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Tips and Tricks for Frozen Pipes

By Carlos on February 3, 2018 Home

Plumbing problems can be costly and time-consuming if they are not caught early. Fortunately, many expensive repairs can be avoided by completing routine maintenance on your plumbing system. However, one issue that must be dealt with quickly in order to avoid costly repair bills is frozen pipes. Here are some essential facts about how to approach this problem should it arise. During frigid winter temperatures, frozen water pipes are a serious concern for most homeowners. When water freezes inside a pipe, it can create pressure equaling 2000 pounds per square inch. The water expands beyond the pipe’s ability to contain…

Heart Healthy Tips for National Wear Red Day

By Carlos on February 2, 2018 Health & Wellness

National Wear Red Day is designed to increase awareness about heart disease among women. This day was created to deliver an urgent wake-up call to women about the number one health threat, heart disease. Easy Ways to Boost Heart Health There are many things you can do to decrease your chances of cardiovascular disease. Fortunately, it is not necessary to become a marathon runner in order to live a healthier lifestyle. The most essential part of creating a heart-healthy routine is by making good choices with regard to diet and exercise. Ways to Enhance Your Heart Health Stay Hydrated Consuming…

Smart Ways to Save Money on Clothes

By Carlos on February 1, 2018 Personal Care

It’s the dead of winter and you’ve already changed your hair, your jewelry, and your shoe collection. It can be pricey to switch up your wardrobe all at once, so you’ve got to be reasonable. Keep these tips in mind while you’re shopping for new clothes. Back to Basics Do you have your basics covered? If not, head to a store where you can snag tees, tanks and cardigans for under ten dollars each. This will give you the foundation for different outfits and you won’t have to break the bank trying to set yourself up for success. Thrift Finds…

How to Naturally Boost Your Energy with Food

By Carlos on January 31, 2018 Food and Dining

Many people turn to energy drinks and other caffeinated beverages when they need a little more energy, but there are more natural choices available. Plant-based foods offer us some of the best sources of energy, as well as providing high concentrations of the vitamins, minerals, and protein our bodies need to function at optimum efficiency. Before you reach for that energy drink, consider one of these all-natural alternatives when trying to boost your energy. Lemon Water Lemon water is nature’s energy drink and it’s cheap and easy to make. Add a few drops of real lemon juice to a bottle…

Cutting Back on these Things Can Lead to an Earlier Retirement

By Carlos on January 30, 2018 Money

The traditional path to retirement is fairly simple, you start working in your early 20s and put money into a retirement plan consistently and retire around 65. That’s how it has been for decades, although in recent years, many have found that they need to keep working into their late 60s and even their 70s because they didn’t save enough money for retirement. Some people are deciding to retire much sooner. By aggressively saving as much as possible, people have built accounts with enough money that they can live on the interest they earn. Some have even retired in their…

How to Avoid Catching the Flu When Everyone You Know is Sick

By Carlos on January 29, 2018 Health & Wellness

Common sense tells you to stay away from someone who has the flu, especially since the particular strain of flu this year is very dangerous. But when the wheezing, sneezing person is a close friend, your spouse or one of your children, you may not have the option to isolate yourself. If you have to stay home to look after someone who is sick, how do you avoid catching the flu yourself? Here are some ways to avoid catching the flu. Keep Yourself Fit It’s important to keep yourself as fit and healthy as possible prior to contracting the flu.…

Foolproof Steps to Get Your Dream Home on a Budget

By Carlos on January 28, 2018 Home

Buying or owing your dream home is actually within the reach, but it won’t happen overnight. Trying to skip starter homes and step straight into your dream home can have disastrous consequences. While there are certainly steps that bring your dream within reach, it’s a process that takes several years to accomplish. You don’t have to be rich or independently wealthy to afford your dream home either. Here are some foolproof steps to getting your dream home, even on the most limited budget. Live Below Your Means Rent and car payments are generally the two largest bills you have. Try…

Fast & Easy Hors d’Oeuvre Recipes

By Carlos on January 27, 2018 Food and Dining

Are you exhausted from a long day? Did you forget that company is coming over? Is a relative stopping by for a surprise visit? Don’t despair you can whip up something delicious in a jiffy! Here are fast and easy hors d’oeuvre recipes that will have your guests thinking you spend hours slaving away in the kitchen. Avocado Toasts Avocados are a useful ingredient when it comes to whipping up an appetizer or hors-d’oeuvres on the fly. You can make a quick and spicy guacamole or avocado toasts. This sophisticated ingredient is versatile and can be incorporated with any ingredient…

Budget-Friendly Travel Destinations for 2018

By Carlos on January 26, 2018 Frugal Friday

The budget conscious traveler can choose from reasonably priced options on every continent in 2018. Many of the current inexpensive travel destinations have not always been that way. A strong U.S. dollar and a weak economy in some countries have put formerly out-of-reach destinations into contention. Here are the best discount destinations for travelers in 2018. Albania Seasoned European travelers view Albania as the perfect destination for some of the most beautiful beaches in Europe. Located just north of Greece, Albania has a coastline that extends along the Adriatic Sea, near the island of Corfu in the south up to…

Toasty Tips for Staying Warm in Cold Weather

By Carlos on January 25, 2018 Seasonal

Wintertime can be fun to play in the snow for the whole family, but bottom line is no one likes to feel cold. Here are some unique and clever ways to stay toasty and warm in this winter’s cold weather. Layer Up Wear layers indoors and outside, this includes sweaters, long underwear, and even a knit hat. When you head outside, wear a scarf and hat. Wear Wool Whenever You Can Wool is a great fabric that can warm you up during the winter months. However, some people dislike the material because it’s too itchy. Try merino wool and cashmere,…

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