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Bad Habits That are Costing You Money

By Carlos on January 24, 2018 Money

Bad habits can cost you extra money in the long run. Small purchases here and there can add up over the course of a year or a decade. The good news is, once you realize what your bad habits are, you can make changes to your lifestyle and start saving money. Here are some bad habits that are costing you money. Buying Coffee at a Cafe A $5 latte every morning will add up to $1825 a year and you need an afternoon pick-me-up that’s another $5 daily, a total of $3650 a year. If you make your own coffee…

Ways to be Healthier at Work

By Carlos on January 23, 2018 Health & Wellness

We spend a third of our lives at work, so attempting adapt a healthy lifestyle requires us to incorporate changes at the workplace. This might seem like an insignificant step, but it can have a big impact on your life and you may inspire your coworkers to do the same. Avoid Snacking Many people bring candy and snacks to work and leave them out on a desk or table to share with others in the workplace. It’s better to avoid these areas as much as possible to reduce the likelihood of snacking on unhealthy choices. By reducing the temptation, you’re…

Tips for Selling a Home during the Winter

By Carlos on January 22, 2018 Home

Selling a home in the middle of winter presents a unique set of challenges. Your home might not show well in the middle of winter if you live where it is cold. The grass dies, the trees are bare and people might see your home in its best light. Sell your home faster in the winter with these helpful tips. Keep the Path Clear Potential buyers won’t have a good impression of your home if they’re unable to make their way down the walkway or driveway because of snow. Keep a path clear and make sure that your home is…

Winter Maintenance Tips for Outdoor Lighting

By Carlos on January 21, 2018 Seasonal

Outdoor lighting provides many benefits to the exterior of your home. It provides curb appeal by showing off your homes best features and provides a way to safely navigate the terrain when you come home at night. Lighting your home can also protect you from thieves. Wintertime is when the darkness lasts the longest, when you need lights the most. For that reason, it is essential to keep your lighting maintained all year long, but especially during the winter. Here are some tips to maintain your outdoor lighting this winter. Clean the Lights Anytime you have precipitation, whether it is…

Delicious Things to Make with Leftover Coffee

By Carlos on January 20, 2018 Food and Dining

Just because you’re done with your cup of joe, doesn’t mean that the rest of the pot has to go to waste. Leftover coffee lends a robust and unique flavor to so many dishes; it’s no wonder that using this magic ingredient has been a favorite trick of some of the best home and restaurant cooks. Here’s a few ways you can incorporate leftover coffee into your recipes. Leftover Coffee Chocolate Cake Chocolate and coffee are a match made in heaven. The bitterness in coffee cuts through the sweetness in chocolate, lending a slightly savory and complicated note to cake…

Non-alcoholic Drinks for a Dry January

By Carlos on January 19, 2018 Food and Dining

Many people take part in a Dry January challenge after all the holiday season partying is over. Taking a break from alcohol has many mental and physical benefits. Enjoy feeling refreshed and focused while you give your liver a chance to detox. Being sober for a month might seem intimidating, but you can still enjoy celebrations while cutting alcohol from your diet. Here are some “mocktails” that won’t make you give up on your Dry January goals. Saratoga Buck The Saratoga Buck is a tropical drink that will help chase away the winter blues. This drink will satisfy the cravings…

How to Maintain Your Driveway during Winter

By Carlos on January 18, 2018 Home, Seasonal

Winter may be a beautiful season, but sometimes natural beauty does more harm than good. The snow and cold can cause your driveway to develop cracks. Fortunately, there are ways you can minimize the damage that takes place in your driveway. Here are a few ways you can protect your driveway during winter. Clear Out the Snow Regularly It may be tempting to let the snow accumulate, but this is one of the worst things for your driveway. When snow melts, it seeps into your driveway causing water to get lodged in there. When the weather heats up, the water…

How to Wear White in Winter

By Carlos on January 17, 2018 Personal Care

Wearing white after Labor Day is no longer considered a fashion faux pas. If you are a fan of the cold and the snow you will love wearing winter white outfits. If you have the winter blues, wearing white is an instant mood booster. Nothing quite stands out like a chic white winter outfit. Here are some tips how you can wear white and look fabulous this winter. Add a White Tee to Almost Anything A white tee-shirt is a wardrobe staple for any season. It can look amazing under a jean jacket, with a sweat suit, under a sweater…

Inexpensive Ways to Boost Your Immune System

By Carlos on January 16, 2018 Health & Wellness

During the winter, some people come down with the flu like clockwork every year and experience some type of chronic pain, but it does not have to be that way. When you’re sick, it just means your immune system is working overtime to keep you well and it has finally exhausted its reserves. To get healthy and stay that way, it takes an intentional approach to re-fueling your immune system. Here are some easy and affordable ways to boost your immune system so you can enjoy a happy and healthy 2018. De-stress Stress won’t just make you sick, it can…

The Best Foods to Eat Before and After Working Out

By Carlos on January 15, 2018 Food and Dining

Getting in shape is one of the most popular New Year’s Resolutions. If your workout goal is to build muscle, lose weight or to get healthy, what you eat matters. Give yourself the right fuel to get through your workout and give your body what it needs to recover; this will help you meet your fitness goals. Here are some dietary suggestions to keep you moving and give your body what it needs before and after working out. Before Working Out If you want to get the most out of your workout, your best bet is to fuel yourself before…

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