Unless youre living in a custom designed home, you probably wish your bathroom”or your guest bath”was bigger. Short of pushing out the walls or totally remodeling, home editors at TheSpruce.com offer eight good tips for making the most of your bathroom space: Pick the right colors. Save the bright hues for accessories if you like, […]

Credit cards are helpful and convenient. Unless you use them wisely, though, you could find yourself in financial trouble. Charge responsibly by using a credit card only for items you need, rather than want, and for emergency situations. Dont max out cards, or risk jeopardizing your credit score and future loans. Try paying your full […]

If you can find a lower mortgage rate than the one you already have, then refinancing a mortgage can make sense. Here are some of the best ways to get a low rate: Raise Your Credit ScoreFor a conventional loan, borrowers with a credit score of 740 or more will usually get the best interest […]

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Follow these dos and donts when creating a monochromatic room. Do start with a base color Pick out the primary tone and how itll be applied. Dont feel like you have to stick to neutral tones Be bold. The look pops with ambitious shades. Do use a variety of shades Use different shades that complement […]

Are you looking to add spice to your home cooking, but not heat? Here are five interesting flavors to try, while sparing your mouth from fire. Cumin. With a mild, earthy flavor, cumin goes great in curries without adding any heat, and has been known to aid digestion and improve your immune system. Coriander. Did […]

Saving money can be difficult, and sometimes your frame of mind can hold you back. Here are some negative thoughts to overcome: I Dont Make Enough Money to SaveYou are more than likely wrong about this one. Sometimes it’s about writing down your numbers and determining what you can cut and save on. With the […]

Here are a few ways that smart lighting can improve your daily life. Boost Your Energy Levels Lighting systems can align with your circadian rhythm and mimic natural light throughout the day, which can help maintain your sleep schedule naturally. Energy Efficiency By utilizing energy-efficient LED bulbs, smart lighting systems use significantly less energy than […]

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Having a student loan payment each month as a college graduate leaves little room in the budget to contribute to a retirement savings account. College grads without student loans are much more likely to save for retirement. By the time they reach age 30, grads without student loans are predicted to have double the amount […]