Single parents can have a rough time getting a home loan, but moving out of a smaller dwelling into a larger one can be vital to keep the family happy and give everyone the space they need. When it comes to homes for single parents, there are plenty ...
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Shipping Container Home Additions: Beware of Unexpected Expenses
Shipping container home additions are becoming increasingly popular, offering a sustainable and cost-effective solution for home expansion. However, like any construction project, they can pose unexpected expenses. Proper planning and budgeting can ...
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5 Chores That Today’s Kids Can Do to Earn Money
When did you learn the value of money? For many of us, it begins the day our parents dole out chores for the first time. A week's worth of completed chores meant we earned allowances that we could spend right away or save for something we really ...
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How to Find and Evaluate the Best Home Warranty Insurance Providers
Every home is subject to wear and tear over its lifetime; both due to the normal process of aging and as a result of other risks such as fires, bad weather or earthquakes among others. Of course, home repair costs can be expensive. Even worse, ...
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5 Lessons From My Italian Father on Love, Marriage and Money
I talk about my Italian parents so much that most of my friends think Mamma and Papa are paying their firstborn son to say nice things about them. In fact, I often tell my readers at Scordo that if it weren't for my parents I'd be lost in terms of ...
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Smart Energy Saving Tips to Implement at Home
Saving energy at home is one of the most practical ways to control monthly costs while keeping your space comfortable year-round. When it comes to energy saving tips, the best improvements usually come from a mix of small daily habits and a few ...
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The 50 Biggest Money Mistakes Household CEOs Make
I'm not ashamed to admit I make mistakes. After all, everybody screws up occasionally; for us humans, mistakes come with the territory. For example, I remember the time I decided it would be great fun to play Wii golf for eight consecutive hours. ...
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How to Combine Style and Safety in a Dog-Friendly Backyard
Creating a backyard that looks great while keeping your dog safe and happy is more achievable than many homeowners think. A well-designed outdoor space can be both stylish and functional, offering comfort for people and pets alike. As outdoor living ...
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How Protecting Your Home Can Help You Save Money
Owning a home equates to a significant investment, making it essential to protect this valuable asset. Beyond the sentimental value, implementing protective measures can also lead to substantial financial savings. This article explores how ...
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5 Tips for Updating Your Home On a Budget
Many people look around their home and feel unsatisfied with its conditions once in a while. When such feelings arise, it only indicates the need to make some positive adjustments and changes in your home. You must consider new and refreshing ideas, ...
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19 Things Your Millionaire Neighbor Won’t Tell You
Although having a million bucks isn't as impressive as it once was, most people still consider it as a sign of financial success. And judging by the number of actual millionaires enjoying life in the world today, there are apparently quite a lot of ...
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5 Ways to Get Rid of Your Unwanted Christmas Gifts
Christmas is the season of giving. In some cases, that can include giving away. That's because no matter how many gifts you receive, there may be a few items in your haul that you neither need nor want. But are there inoffensive ways to get rid of ...
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How to Financially Prepare for a Divorce
Researchers say only 50% of marriages stand the test of time and the other 50% end in divorce. Divorce is a complicated issue, mentally, emotionally, and financially. Unfortunately, no two divorces are the same, hence there is no tailored advice that ...
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Get to Know the Cost of a Full Roof Overhaul
A full roof overhaul is one of the biggest home projects you will ever plan, and understanding the cost drivers helps you make confident decisions. Prices vary by roof size, pitch, and material, but also by the unseen details: underlayment, flashing, ...
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A Lifestyle Review of Historic Princeton, New Jersey
Princeton University regularly earns top ranking among national colleges, but there's much more to Princeton, New Jersey, than its academics.
Princeton, the product of a merger between a borough and a township, walks the line between bustling and ...
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8 Clever Low-Cost Homemade Gifts Everyone Will Enjoy
Are you struggling (again) to come up with some unique Christmas gift ideas? This year, instead of waiting in long lines at the shopping malls or surfing hundreds of websites, why not try something different? Give a low cost homemade Christmas gift ...
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3 True Loan Stories: How to Lend Money to Family & Friends
Giving out a loan is always a dicey proposition. After all, once you lend the money, there's no guarantee it will be repaid.
The stakes are even higher when we lend money to our friends and family – or even cosign a loan – because we not only risk ...
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A Few Thoughts from Aunt Doris: The Neighborhood Bully
This is another repost from an occasional series by my dear Aunt Doris, who passed away in 2015 at the age of 94.
When I was in my early teens, Mum and I moved from Kensington to Notting Hill in London. (Yes, the same Notting Hill as the Julia ...
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Holiday Gift Ideas Under $40
I've already presented a list of holiday gifts for under $25. If your budget is a little bigger, but you're still at odds with your decisiveness on what to get some people on your holiday gift list, then consider this collection of even more ideal ...
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The Importance of Investing in Garage Functionality & Everyday Use
A garage that works the way you live can add calm to busy mornings, protect valuables, and open up space inside the house. According to a survey by investment firm Crescent Communities, about 55% of Americans spend one to two hours in the garage each ...
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