While you might be considering adding heated flooring to your new home, there are a lot of questions to ask before you put your money into this luxury feature. If youre looking for another level of comfort in your home, its a great option”but it does come with a hefty price tag. Heres what you […]

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Raising your kids to be adults who can successfully navigate through life is the end goal of parenting, and a big part of that responsibility centers around teaching them about money so that they’re financially independent as they transition from childhood to adulthood. Here are some of the best money skills to teach your children: […]

Here are five tips for designing a unique powder room… Tactile Textures and Bold Patterns Ornate patterns or unique textures can provide an unexpected visual pop. Sinks That Inspire Go with an exciting design for the sink and vanity, like a stone vessel or a marble under-mount. Creative Lighting Decorative sconces or lavish pendant lights […]

If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. And when it comes to money, these words may be hard to remember if someone is offering a financial return that sounds too good to pass up. According to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), some of these types of investment fraud are […]

If youre like most college graduates, odds are you left school with more than a degree and fond memories: You probably racked up student loan debt. For many Americans, this debt totals tens of thousands of dollars and often feels like a huge financial weight. Furthermore, repaying student loans can take some borrowers over 20 […]

Utility bills are often much higher than they should be. By making some simple changes, you can keep your house comfortable and significantly reduce your monthly energy bills. Lower Heating CostsHeating and cooling are responsible for a large chunk of utility bills. In the winter, you can save money by lowering the temperature on your […]

Did you know that laundry machines are among the costliest appliances in your home to operate because of their high energy usage? Given that many families clean multiple loads of clothes every week, taking steps to be more efficient in the laundry room might help lower your overall power bill. The U.S. Department of Energy […]

A certificate of deposit (CD) is an investment product with a fixed interest rate for a term of three months to five years. Long-term CDs have higher interest rates. If you withdraw money early, youll pay a penalty. A CD ladder is a strategy in which you open several CDs that mature at different times […]

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