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The process of living on only one income can be daunting if not scary, but don't despair!

Down to One Income? It's Not the End of the World If you purchased your home as a two-income family, the prospect of living on only one income can be ...

Banks vary in the fees that they charge. Your best protection against hidden fees is to find out which ones your financial institutions enforce.

Hidden Bank Fees to Look Out For Fees can eat away at your money if you don’t keep on top of your banks enforced regulations. U.S. co...

No more crumby car seats!

How to Keep the Inside of Your Car Clean No one likes a crumby car seat or a dashboard covered in dust. But as our lives get busier, it seems...

The end of a car lease doesn't have to mean saying goodbye to your wheels.

Transitioning from a Car Lease to a Purchase Leasing can be a smart way to test out a car for a few years without buying it. A lease can give you...

Rolling coins to take to the bank doesn't have to be a chore.

Turning Spare Change into Spending Cash Not using your credit card enough sounds like an odd reason to have a mortgage application denied, b...

Re-thinking the smallest room in your home? Here's what's new in the bathroom.

Bathrooms Are Trending Toward Space and Comfort According to leading home designers, bathrooms today should be more than utilitarian spaces. They ar...

Messy attic? Follow these tips to get organized!

How to Organize Your Attic An attic can be an ideal storage space, but if it’s not organized, it can turn into a total me...

Bankruptcy can happen to anyone, and putting spending habits in check is the start to keeping more of your money.

Money Mistakes Everyone Can Learn From Not Preparing for Emergencies An emergency fund is important for anyone. A signing bonus—whether you...

Want to lift your spirits and feel yourself relax? Try these eight tricks to make your bathroom feel like a spa.

Transforming Your Bath Into a Spa A long soak in a bubble-filled tub can feel like heaven after a hard day at work—and soaking in a ba...

Looking to stop those bathroom battles? The solution is easier than you think.

How to Make Sharing a Bathroom Less Stressful When couples move in together, conflicts and disagreements frequently arise around the issue of shar...

If your child has a credit report, that may be a sign that their identity has been stolen.

Protecting Kids From Identity Theft Protecting children is a constant responsibility for parents and guardians alike, and many are unawa...

Looking for a solution to your debt problem? A hardship plan might be the answer.

The Benefits of a Hardship Plan If you’re buried in credit card debt, there’s a reasonable solution that your credit card company ma...

There is an art to communication. Hone your listening skills with these tips.

3 Tips to Improve Your Listening Skills Are you having trouble communicating with your partner, friends or colleagues? Do you forget what yo...

At what age is smartphone use appropriate?

Should Kids Have Smartphones? Nowadays, it seems like just about everyone has a smartphone. Even young kids want them, and parents...

Did you know you can keep ants out of your kitchen with a lemon?

How to Keep Pests Out of the Kitchen No matter how much of a critter lover you may be, pests in your kitchen is never fun. But many consu...

When it comes to financial priorities, the answer isn't one-size-fits-all.

Should You Prioritize Paying Off Debt or Saving for Retirement? Many Americans are burdened by debt and have little or no retirement savings, and people who want to...

Looking to keep your carpet looking new for longer? Heed these tips.

How to Extend the Life of Your Carpet Whether you adore your new carpet or can’t afford to replace it every few years, below are a h...

Without these four travel tech tools, working on the road could be difficult.

Tech for Efficient Remote Working Digital nomads who work while traveling need to keep their tech devices updated and in good shape if...

VIDEO: Show off your wine in style with these tips.

How to Design an Upscale Wine Room Here’s how to design the perfect wine room… Wherev......

VIDEO: Capture the rustic warmth and casual elegance of the French Provincial style with these features...

How to Bring a Touch of Provence Into Your Home Here are the defining features of French Provincial homes… Stone, Brick and Slate ...

Keep these tips in mind if you're considering a subscription service.

What to Do Before and After Setting Up a Subscription Service You can buy almost anything through a subscription service today and have it delivered to your home....

VIDEO: Keep durability in mind if you have an active household!

4 Tips for Picking the Right Upholstery Fabrics for Your Home Here are a few tips to help find the right fabric choice for each room in the house. Style and Aes...

You may not have thought of these hidden backyard dangers as hazards, but safety preparedness should be your top priority.

Hidden Dangers in Your Backyard A backyard can be an excellent place to let your kids and pets play and to entertain guests, but it ...

INFOGRAPHIC: Some have sued their insurance companies over denied claims

Homeowners Insurance: Beware Multiple-Cause Claims ......

Credit cards may have a bad rep, but they can help you jumpstart your credit history.

How to Start Building Your Credit Your first credit card can be the start to building your financial future. Just remember, how you us...

VIDEO: With these styles, you're guaranteed a kitchen that'll stand the test of time...

5 Kitchen Styles That Are Always in Vogue With these styles, you’re guaranteed a kitchen that’ll stand the test of time… Farmhouse Kitc...

Low credit shouldn't stop you from getting a second mortgage to pay off debt or make home repairs. What home project would you use the money for?

Refi Options for Those With Low Credit Scores If you want to get a second mortgage so you can make renovations to your home, it can be difficult i...

Teaching these money skills early on can help set your kids up for their future.

Teach Your Children These Simple Spending Habits Cash can be a popular present for children when birthdays or other celebrations roll around througho...

VIDEO: If your library will function as a home office, include space for a desk...

5 Tips to Design Your Home Library Design a library that will give your abode major appeal with these tips. Identify the Style ...

For the home cook! What are your favorite spices to cook with?

5 Spices That Add Flavor but Not Heat Are you looking to add spice to your home cooking, but not heat? Here are five interesting flavors t...