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    How to Negotiate a Pet with Your Landlord

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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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    Trailer Towing Tips: How to Prevent Trailer Sway

    Recreational Vehicles May 4, 2020

    There are few things more frightening while towing your recreational vehicle than trailer sway. A sudden gust, a passing semi-truck or a quick steering correction can start your trailer swaying or fishtailing. The loss of control can mean tipping your valuable recreational vehicle or causing a serious accident. Even the most experienced drivers have lost...

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    7 Tips for Decorating a Rental Kitchen

    Maintenance July 13, 2016

    Most kitchens in older apartments leave a lot to be desired – old cabinets and appliances, scuffed up floors and insufficient cabinet and counter space. Here are seven ideas for making your rental kitchen more welcoming and useful: 1. Revive your cabinets Few landlords allow renters to paint their kitchen cabinets, but there are other...

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    10 Things You Should Know Before Renting a Car

    Buying / Selling July 23, 2014

    There may come a time when you need to rent a car – a temporary set of wheels for use on vacation or when your car is in the shop. Whatever the situation, it’s important to know the ins and outs of renting a car, which can help you avoid the most common hidden fees...

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    Should You Lease or Buy a Car?

    Buying / Selling February 22, 2023

    If you’re in the market for a new car, you may be debating whether to buy or lease. It’s a big decision. After buying a house, a new car is the second biggest purchase most people will ever make. To help you through this milestone, here are the pros and cons of each option:

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    How Much Does it Cost to Move?

    Family & Life March 11, 2022

    Nothing stresses people out like having to uproot their lives, transporting their belongings tens, hundreds, even thousands of miles away. While the endless boxes and hours of packing and unpacking involved in moving can certainly take a toll, one of the worst parts of moving, especially for first-time movers, is the uncertainty. How do you...

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    How to Pack for a Move

    Moving May 14, 2021

    Get a Life Insurance Quote The prospect of a new home is exciting. Packing up and moving your stuff – not so much. We asked Sarah Roussos-Karakaian, whose New York company We OrgaNYze specializes in packing and unpacking for residential moves, to help us design the perfect stress-free move. “The biggest mistake people make when...

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    How Much Should You Spend on Rent?

    Home March 11, 2021

    Learning how to live on your own can be an exciting time in your life, but it’s also a big and costly transition. One of the first and most important decisions you’ll need to make involves finding a place to live that fits your budget. Because this is typically your largest expense, it raises the...

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    How to Build Your Credit

    My Money February 26, 2021

    Now more than ever it’s difficult to navigate life without a solid credit history. From applying for a loan to renting an apartment, good credit is a must. If you’re just starting out and lack any form of credit history – or the information on your credit report is mostly negative – the following are...

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    5 Reasons Why Should Start Your Own Business in a Small Town

    Starting October 20, 2020

    When thinking about starting a business, you may also consider where . Big cities, home to a range of fast-growing industries and a diverse, talented workforce, would seem ideal for launching a business. But business owners scouting out potential cities should look beyond just New York City and Los Angeles. While lacking the flashiness of...

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    Apartment vs. House: Which is Right for You?

    Buying / Selling August 14, 2020

    Going from renting an apartment to owning a home is a big step that can impact your finances and your lifestyle. It’s important to understand the pros and cons before making a decision, and you’ll also have to weigh your needs. You may want more room and autonomy over your living space. Or you may...

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    8 Ways to Find Apartments for Rent

    Buying / Selling August 14, 2020

    Finding the right apartment or home to rent can be difficult and stressful. You can be competing with many others for a quality unit in a prime location. The secret, real estate brokers say, is to plan ahead. Often renters will wait until the last minute to look for another apartment. However, when renters are...

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    What You Need to Cross the Border to Canada or Mexico

    Travel & Outdoors May 4, 2020

    Prior to your road trip make sure to check the U.S. Department of State for Mexico travel information and Canada travel information for travel advisories, restrictions, and requirements. Driving or transporting your car from one state to the next is simple enough, but if you’re leaving the country it’s a whole different ballgame. Not having...

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    How to Negotiate Your Rent

    Moving February 27, 2020

    Whether you’re apartment hunting and the perfect place is slightly out of your price range, or your landlord is raising the rent on your current apartment, you can negotiate your rent. It sounds intimidating, but with a little strategy, you just might win over the landlord. Here are some ways you can go about negotiating...

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    What to Consider When Raising a Child

    Growing Your Family November 22, 2019

    Get a Life Insurance Quote   Starting a family is a decision that requires some careful considerations, including thinking about any career issues that might arise and assessing your emotional readiness. During the planning process, getting your finances in order is a good first step. Having children can be costly. According to a U.S. Department...

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    Guide to Senior RV Clubs and Retirement Communities

    Recreational Vehicles March 10, 2019

    Despite the shifting demographics of ownership, RV travel still remains a popular activity for retirees who have the time and adventurous spirit to enjoy a more nomadic lifestyle. For seniors who are looking to downsize in retirement while still maintaining the option to travel with the comforts of home, RV retirement communities can be an...

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