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    Your Guide to Driving in a Roundabout

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    Driving at Night: How to Stay Safe

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    Medicare Questions – Answering the Most FAQ

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    Fundamentals of Estate Planning

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    6 Energy-Efficient Technologies to Make Your Home Greener

    Home - Technology & Trends December 11, 2017

    Installing energy-saving technology is a great idea, whether you’re moving into a new place or upgrading your current home. Different devices and types of technology can increase the comfort of your home and help you save money. They can also help you become more environmentally conscious. There’s an increasing array of devices and software programs...

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    Going Green: 5 Tips for Building an Eco-friendly Home

    Home October 30, 2017

    Remodeling with sustainability in mind is easier than you think, and may generate savings through reduced energy usage. Going green, however, requires more forethought than money to make your home durable, healthy and pleasing. Here are just a few of the options and products you can use to make your remodeling projects more sustainable. 1....

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    8 Tips for Designing a Productive Home Office

    Home - Technology & Trends July 20, 2021

    In 2020, many people were forced to turn their kitchens, living rooms, and spare rooms into home offices. Depending on your job type, you may be able to get things done just fine from your home workspace with a few tweaks.  But there’s usually room to improve. Here are a few tips on creating a...

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    How to Stop a Draft in Your Home

    Maintenance January 21, 2019

    Drafts, or air leaks, can come into your home through windows, fireplaces and even electrical outlets, making your house feel several degrees colder and driving up your heating bills. The potential energy savings from reducing drafts can range from 5% to 30% per year, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Here are several ways...

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    First-Time Car Buyer’s Guide: Tips and Tools

    Buying / Selling December 22, 2022

    Want to buy your first car but don’t know where to start? Follow these tips to set yourself up for success.

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    What are the Different Types of Apartments?

    Home September 12, 2022

    With so many options to choose from, it can be difficult to find the right apartment for you. You’ll want to consider a variety of features when looking at apartments, such as location, price and apartment type. Some common apartment types to consider are studio, loft, garden units, walk-ups, penthouses and more. To help you...

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    Are You Ready for an Electric Vehicle?

    Buying / Selling September 30, 2021

    Where once it felt like a far off promise of modern technology, nowadays owning an electric vehicle is a very real option. From environmental benefits to comparative costs of fuel, there are many factors to consider when deciding if your next car will be an EV or not. “There’s a lot to consider,” says Lauren...

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    8 Washing Machine Maintenance Tips

    Home September 15, 2021

    Washing machines provide homeowners with endless utility. The ability to wash everything from clothes to bedding at home with minimal effort is life-changing. But most don’t realize there is a laundry list of washing machine maintenance boxes to check. Failing to properly maintain your washing machine can result in expensive repairs and a shorter life...

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  • 4 Ways to Use Garden Row Covers

    Family & Life July 23, 2021

    The sun is shining, birds are chirping, and you’re sitting in a lush, green Eden of your own making. For many, there are few better ways to enjoy warm weather than gardening. Keeping a garden can be a wonderful way to spend your free time outdoors, a great way to gain access to fresh produce...

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    Summer Wedding Ideas and Themes

    Family & Life July 8, 2021

    Summertime: the absolute peak of wedding season, when bright colors are in, and events can be held outside in the splendor of a warm sunny day. From the many-colored beauty of summer wedding decorations to the unique outdoor venues available during this time of the year, there are many reasons to have a summer wedding....

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    7 Backyard Landscaping Ideas on a Budget

    Maintenance January 25, 2021

    Low-budget landscaping needn’t be bare-bones. A little money and effort can create a big impact regardless of how much space you have. Before starting your backyard renovation, have a design in mind. It’s easy to be wooed by beautiful blooms at nurseries. If you have a plan, you’re more likely to purchase the right plants...

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    How to Protect Your Garden from Animals

    Maintenance January 11, 2021

    It is a universal truth hungry critters will eat your vegetables and flowers. So you will need some form of barrier to protect your plants this spring as best you can. You may not stop the animals entirely but you’ll surely slow them down. Different threats mean different protection is needed. Learn ways to keep...

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    5 DIY Roof Maintenance Tips

    Home July 16, 2020

    As a homeowner, you know how important it is to keep every aspect of your house maintained. One of the most important facets of home maintenance is to make sure your roof is in tip-top shape. If you catch a problem early, you’re more likely to keep it from becoming a major repair — and...

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    Backyard Pool Landscaping Ideas

    Home - Safety January 22, 2020

    Sometimes, there’s nothing better than splashing in your backyard pool, sipping lemonade and enjoying the sunshine. And by landscaping around the pool, you have the potential to enhance or completely transform the atmosphere into something that’s even more welcoming and beautiful. Whether you add a protective fence or plant decorative shrubs, there are many pool...

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    5 Best Indoor Plants That Are Great for Apartments [Video]

    Home December 13, 2019

    Having virtually no yard maintenance is one appealing benefit of apartment living. But while this lifestyle is convenient, you may find yourself wanting a little more greenery in your home. Bringing the outdoors in is an easy way to enliven your apartment. Even small spaces have room for a bit of nature, and adding a...

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