Looking to dress your windows with something other than curtains? The following ideas are fun, great for creative expression and relatively inexpensive. Screens. These thin, partially transparent screens can be pulled down when you need them and still let some light through. Bright frames. Don’t want any type of coverage but looking for a color […]

From traditional elegance to contemporary cool, heres how to design a white kitchen. Go Big on Marble Marble is perfect for creating sophisticated countertops and backsplashes. Warm It Up With Wood Easily warm up the ambiance and create an effortlessly timeless aesthetic. A Touch of Texture There are plenty of ways to add texture, like […]

Millennials are applying for credit cards more than most age groups, but theyre not qualifying for them, according to consumer behavior data by ID Analytics, a consumer risk management firm. One in five people ages 23-27 have been declined for credit multiple times in a year, and its not because they dont have a high […]

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If you purchased your home as a two-income family, the prospect of living on only one income can be daunting if not downright scary. But dont despair if a sudden job loss, a new baby, or some other life circumstance is putting you in that position. Take a deep breath, take some time to consider, […]

When it comes to painting your space, there are myriad options: bright and sunny yellow, the classic eggshell white, a soothing blue or a fresh green. But one color you shouldn’t overlook when painting is gray. Below are five reasons why. It matches. Gray is a fluid, flexible color that pairs well with a large […]

If youre nearing retirement and havent saved much for it, youre not alone. Forty-eight percent of workers age 55 or older say they have less than $100,000 in savings and investments, according to a 2016 retirement confidence survey by the Employee Benefit Research Institute. They may not want to rely on Social Security to fund […]

Owning a historic home provides old-world charm, but it can also pose challenges. Historic homes often need more maintenance, and outdated technology, such as heating units, could mean higher bills. If decorative fixtures need repair or replacement, the materials may be costly or no longer available. Painting the exterior and other renovations could require approval […]

A credit card is one of the main ways to build credit. By using a credit card wisely and not running up huge bills and paying them off in full on time, consumers can improve their credit score. A good credit score can make getting a home, car and other loans easier, and at better […]

If youve got a problem with credit card debt, there might be a simple solution thats already sitting in your wallet or purse ” a $20 bill. Having cash in your pocket may seem counterintuitive. If youve heard the phrase burning a hole in my pocket, then you know how enticing it can be to […]