Extreme Bedroom Style Makeovers Revealed
If you want to sleep well at night you need to create the right surroundings. That means designing a bedroom that’s both stylish and practical. That’s easier said than done, of course. Unless, that is, you follow these three easy steps for making over your bedroom with a minimum of fuss.
Read MoreCost of Living Comparisons
Four decades ago, I was just a wee babe living in a big city. Vague memories of yellow cabs and a lush, green park cross my mind every now and then. The year was 1973, and I was barely a year old.
Read MoreWhat to Take on a Day Hike
Last weekend, before temps reached into the triple digits (yikes!), we ventured out to a nearby canyon that has recently undergone some updates for a mellow day hike.
Read MorePottery Barn Coupons & San Francisco Travel Tips
One of the most exciting major cities in America to raise a family is San Francisco. Although the Bay Area has a high cost of living, there are ways for families to be prudent with their money.
Read MoreSpace Invaders: How to Create More Space At Home
Over the years, it's easy for clutter to start building up in your home and turn it into something of a junk yard. If you want to create more space at home, you will have to start making some compromises and get organized.
Read MoreA Penny Saved is a Penny Earned
"A Penny Saved is a Penny Earned" is often attributed to Benjamin Franklin. And though he was an important fellow indeed, the phrase is quite a bit older than old Ben himself (about 100 years older!).
Read MoreCutting Down on Bills and Everyday Expenses
When you’re looking at your monthly expenses, the first thing you’re going to look at is how much you need to spend each month just to stay afloat, which is to say what you’re spending on keeping the lights on.
Read MoreCompounding Calculations for the Lackadaisical Retirement Planner
It's no secret that I've been delaying my retirement planning. Part of this is due to the fact that I have a pension in my future (though I'm not sure I can count on that entirely) and this past year I've been focused on paying off debt.
Read MoreBad Sleep Patterns Can Make You Poor
It has been well researched and documented that most people that are smart with their money, credit and other finances are able to make better than average decisions because they are in good mental and physical health.
Read MoreLuxury Laminate Flooring
There used to be a certain stigma attached to laminate flooring. In the past, it was thought of as a ‘cheap’ option; a more affordable alternative to real hardwood. However, that stigma has well and truly been abolished.
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