Are you ready to buy a home? If so, you have a lot of options — one of which is a prefab home. A prefab home, or a prefabricated home, is a house that’s built in sections at a factory and assembled once its components are delivered to your property. There are a lot of...
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The best bargain shoppers know that timing is everything. Different products follow different cycles of pricing, depending on everything from holidays to weather to annual trade shows. Check out our month-by-month suggestions for the best deals and steals.
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Whether you’re a new driver or an experienced one, driving in bad weather is still stressful. You may actually stay safer on the road by knowing some basics about driving in inclement weather. Check out this short video and read below for tips on driving in bad weather. How to drive safely in blizzards, floods...
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Do you know how to keep your pet safe when the weather heats up? Like most people, you’re likely careful to never leave pets in vehicles when it’s hot outside. But there’s more to know when it comes to keeping pets cool, comfortable, and out of danger. From vet visits to insurance coverage, it’s smart...
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Imagine your home with a new, fully remodeled kitchen – or a carpeted recreation room in the basement for the kids. Home improvements and upgrades not only make a space more pleasant to live in, they can also add value to your house.
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On Thanksgiving Day, almost everyone with a dog or cat is faced with pets begging for what the two-legged family is eating. But can dogs have turkey? It depends. “Around this time of year, I’m asked if turkey is bad for dogs and cats, and for the most part, turkey is safe for these pets,”...
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Since the post-World War II years – dating back at least to the 1950s – Americans have been in love with the automobile. Coming of driving age and earning that all-important driver’s license became a rite of passage that has been the focal point of many a teenager’s existence. But today, that love affair with...
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You spend a lot of hours at work; it’s just part of life. And that means you should also think about how to enjoy your job. If you feel happy at work you’re much more likely to thrive. These sixteen tips for how to be happy at work will help set you on a path...
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More women are hitting the streets on two wheels. There are nearly 7 million of them, according to the Motorcycle Industry Council, making up more than one-quarter of overall riders. And they also account for 10 percent of all motorcycle owners. To encourage more women to ride, Nationwide Insurance and the Motorcycle Hall of Fame...
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Homeowners looking to get the best price for their home are learning that if you want to sell quickly and score big profits, you need to remove clutter and make the place look inviting, not lived in. Staging your home can help you sell it faster and possibly bring you more money, say many real...
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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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The holidays are a cheerful time, but while you’re celebrating, someone may be eyeing those new gifts. Beware of the burglars waiting to get their hands on your presents. Here are some tips to help avoid being a victim of theft over the holidays: 1. Save the status updates for later Four out of five...
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When the weather starts to cool, people begin to think of warm, cozy scents. It’s part of the reason why many retailers hold candle sales in the fall. Scent is tied to memory, and aromatherapy has been proven to affect mood, so it’s no surprise that a candle with a certain smell can create a...
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Almost all of today’s domestic dogs were bred for a purpose, and as a result, some are snow-loving mountain mutts while others are sun-loving beach bums. Their pedigrees have evolved over a long lineage from all over the world and each breed thrives in its natural habitat. If you’re comfortable living where the weather is...
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Switching time zones can be hard on your body. The more drastic the time change, the more severe your jet lag can be. Jet lag causes you to feel sluggish and can impair your ability to function. This can make it hard to enjoy your surroundings on vacation, or make decisions if you’re on a...
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