Monthly Archives: December 2012
Improve Auto Repair Experience by Learning to Speak ‘Auto Tech’
A trip to the auto repair shop can feel like visiting a foreign country for some motorists–they do not understand the language and are worried about being taken advantage of by the locals. However, AAA says a trip to the repair shop can be much easier- and less stressful- by selecting a quality facility and
Remodeling? Notify Your Insurance Company
According to a recent study by the Remodeling Futures Program at the Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University, there will be a 5.9 percent increase in spending on remodeling projects in 2012. If you are one of the many Americans planning to remodel your home this year, it is important to have the
Three Morning Tips to Ease Stress
By Zoe Eisenberg, RISMedia Associate Editor Between work, bills, pets, kids and a social schedule, some of us find our stress levels soaring higher than Anna Chicherova’s Olympic High Jump. If you find yourself dragging your feet in the morning or waking up in a funk, make a little time for yourself to boost your
Cost-Friendly Home Remedies
At a time when it seems that prices are soaring everywhere we look, it is no wonder that cost-conscious homemakers are now saying, “Ouch!” at the cost of some popular household cleaning products. But there are proven home remedies that will do many of the same cleaning jobs-and often for pennies on the dollar. Here
5 Term Life Insurance Tips to Save Money
One of the best ways to protect a family’s financial future is with a term life insurance policy. Renewable life insurance is affordable, can provide a lump sum to the beneficiaries, replace income, pay off credit card debts, cover housing expenses, medical costs and funeral expenses, in addition to covering the cost of a child’s
Most Awkward Money Moment? Credit Card Declined
Whether it’s splitting a dinner bill or turning down a co-worker for a donation for his child’s school, awkward money moments abound in today’s world. According to a recent survey conducted by Harris Interactive for CouponCabin.com, having a credit card declined tops the list of worst money-related situations. While getting a credit card declined is
Common Weather Conditions Wreak Havoc on Home’s Exterior
According to Debbie Zimmer, paint and color expert at the Paint Quality Institute, the weather and environment can wreak havoc on your home’s exterior. Even common conditions like strong sunlight, rain and fluctuating temperatures place stress on our abodes—and the exterior paint that protects them. Here’s how common weather conditions can cause your home’s paint
