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- 3 Worthwhile Home Services that Are Cheaper in Winter Than Spring - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2018 from Brooke ChaplanIf you are looking for ways to save money on home repair and maintenance costs, you are not alone. These expenses can easily add up to thousands of dollars or more over the course of a year, and this means that there is potentially plenty of room for homeowners to save money. With some types of ...
Views: 1142 - Better Borrowing: How to Responsibly Use Loans for Leisure - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2018 from Brooke ChaplanHaving good credit can help you get better interest rates on loans, get lowered insurance rates and even help you avoid making large deposits on rentals. One of the best ways to establish good credit is to borrow responsibly. When you build and establish good credit, paying for something over ...
Views: 1127 - What Your Company Can Do to Distance Itself from Competitors - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2019 from Brooke ChaplanCompetition is fierce in today’s business environment, and you understandably need to find effective ways to stay ahead of the competition. Because your competitors have a similar focus, this requires ongoing focus in the years ahead. These are some of the primary areas to focus your attention ...
Views: 1115 - Why You and Your Car Both Benefit When You Walk to Work - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2018 from Brooke ChaplanCommuting to work every day can be an incredibly stressful experience. Traffic can be crowded and finding a parking spot can be a nightmare. Remove some of this stress in your weekly work life by opting to walk to work instead. Here are a few of the benefits you will enjoy when you decide to ...
Views: 1112 - Emergency Prep: How to Create a 6-Month Food Storage Supply - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2017 from Brooke ChaplanWhen most people go grocery shopping, they will purchase enough food for a few days or perhaps a week. However, there may be many instances when one week of food is simply not enough for the family, and it may be difficult or impossible to visit the grocery store to purchase more food for a ...
Views: 1111 - Sign Up For Success: Advertising Options To Help You Stand Out - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2016 from Brooke ChaplanYou can have great products and fantastic service and still fail as a business. One common reason why is there may be no public knowledge of the business in the first place. If you want to actually sell your products to consumers, a marketing plan is essential. Thankfully, there are plenty of ...
Views: 1111 - 4 Ways You Can Help Your Adult Children Achieve Home Ownership - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2017 from Brooke ChaplanAs a parent to adult children, you probably want to see your children become settled, successful and happy. One part of this, for many people, is to own a home. However, for various reasons, it is becoming more and more difficult for younger adults to buy their own houses. If you are wondering ...
Views: 1096 - Adventure Calls: How To Find A Vehicle That Can Keep Up With You - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2017 from Brooke ChaplanSome cars and SUVs are designed with pure luxury in mind, and these sophisticated models may look great driving down the road in an urban setting. Other cars are budget-minded, and they give their owners a cost-effective and rather basic driving experience. However, these two types of vehicles ...
Views: 1086 - Never Too Young: 3 “Old Man” Maladies Millennials Can Get Too - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2017 from Brooke ChaplanNo matter your age, you need to take care of your health. There are plenty of conditions that, although they have a reputation for developing later in life, they can develop in young people too. Don’t just assume that because you are young you are immune to these “old man” ...
Views: 1069 - Who Cares For You? 4 Professionals Who Help Your Family - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2017 from Brooke ChaplanAs our population ages, there are a number of health care professionals that we need every step of the way. From the birth of a baby all the way into retirement, there are 4 professionals who help your entire family through every stage of life. Nurse Practitioner Nurse practitioners are ...
Views: 1068 - 5 Fantastic Natural Supplements To Replace OTC Medication - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2017 from Brooke ChaplanPeople are always seeking a safer way to get treatment that they need. Many people are quick to get OTC relief without realizing that there could be a much safer method to relieve their ailments. Herbal supplements have gained increasing popularity since people are realizing their distinct ...
Views: 1056 - 3 Everyday Coping Tips for Life after Drug Rehabilitation - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2018 from Brooke ChaplanSpending time in a drug rehabilitation center can go a long way towards helping you live clean and sober. Maintaining the same sobriety outside of a treatment center, however, can be challenging. Inside a treatment center, you are surrounded by others struggling with the same things you are as ...
Views: 1047(1 vote) - How Monetization Is Changing the Way We Use Online Services - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2019 from Brooke ChaplanMonetization is not a new concept, but the way money is used with online services has adapted considerably in recent years. This concept essentially describes using cash for the trade of goods or to pay for services. Because online services are increasingly prevalent, a closer look at how ...
Views: 1030 - 3 Ways to Get Started With Self-Defense Training - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2020 from Brooke ChaplanLearning how to defend yourself and your loved ones is an incredibly important skill that everyone should consider developing. With a little bit of patience and some hard work, you will be able to boost your confidence and greatly reduce your risk of becoming the victim of a crime. Start with ...
Views: 1026 - Always Sick? 4 Ways to Help Your Body Help Itself - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2018 from Brooke ChaplanBeing sick isn’t a lot of fun, and this is especially true for those who find themselves getting sick all the time. The immune system is supposed to fight off germs and infections, but sometimes it simply doesn’t do its job properly and you end up getting a cold or some other illness. However, ...
Views: 1026 - Built to Last: How Small Home Purchases Act as Investments - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2018 from Brooke ChaplanSaving money is a primary goal for many people, and a common step used to conserve cash is to buy cheaper products. In some cases, you can find great deals on quality items through coupons, promotions and sales. However, cheaper products may also be lower-quality products that are made with ...
Views: 1023 - 3 Reasons Specialty Services Are Important for Small Businesses - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2018 from Brooke ChaplanSmall businesses usually operate with a much tighter budget than larger businesses do. In order for smaller businesses to compete with companies with much deeper pockets, business owners must find an effective way to reduce overhead without sacrificing on important areas. The use of third-party ...
Views: 1016 - How to Stop the Cycle of Living Paycheck to Paycheck - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2018 from Brooke ChaplanBelieve it or not, more than 75% of workers live in the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle. That cycle is both stressful and precarious. It means you’re a single major financial disaster away from being car-less or even homeless. The good news is that you can break the paycheck-to-paycheck ...
Views: 1015 - Why Mental Illnesses Require Attention Even When You Feel Well - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2018 from Brooke ChaplanMany people suffer from mental illness at some point in their lives. For some people, the illness is relatively short-lived, but many people must receive some type of treatment for their mental illness for many long years or even for the rest of their lives. Some people may be inclined to stop ...
Views: 1012 - How to Save Your Workplace Productivity by Kicking Bad Habits - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2019 from Brooke ChaplanIf you spend the better part of your workdays fighting fatigue or trying to remain on task, you are in good company. Distractions and fatigue are common causes of low productivity, and they may be leading reasons why you are not advancing in your career, getting the end-of-year reviews that you ...
Views: 1004 - Sneaky Ways Sources of Stress and Anxiety Can Hide in Plain Sight - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2019 from Brooke ChaplanWe all know that stress is a major issue that has a significant impact on our overall health and well-being, but we are often at a loss as to how to fix it. In some cases, we may not even understand that some of our biggest health issues are actually symptoms of stress. For instance, one symptom ...
Views: 1002 - Starting a Family: How to Start Preparing Yourself for Every Outcome - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2019 from Brooke ChaplanSome people get pregnant quickly and easily, and some even discover that they are expecting without trying to get pregnant. On the other hand, you may have been trying to get pregnant for at least a few months or longer. It may have crossed your mind that an underlying fertility issue may be the ...
Views: 983 - 4 Ways to Build Business Relationships that Will Get You Ahead - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2018 from Brooke ChaplanBuilding business relationships has been shown to enhance a company’s effectiveness and visibility. There are several ways in which networking through a variety of media can help a company to establish a niche within its industry. Here are a few tips for connecting with other ...
Views: 970 - How to Broaden Your Horizons and Prepare for the Future - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2020 from Brooke ChaplanIn life, we all have to learn how to expand our minds and see things from other points of view. When you’ve grown up with one mindset, it’s hard to break out of it. If you don’t have friends and family members who are actively encouraging you to broaden your horizons, it’s easy to get stuck in a ...
Views: 954 - Maintaining a Relationship with a Loved One Who Has Dementia - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2019 from Brooke ChaplanIf someone you care about has been diagnosed with Dementia, you may feel a mixture of different emotions. You could experience a sense of loss, frustration, sadness, and apprehensiveness about the future. Perhaps you have trouble knowing how to relate to someone whose personality seems to be so ...
Views: 953 - How Owning A Home Improves Your Family Finances - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2016 from Brooke ChaplanOwning a home is about much more than creating a sense of security for you and your family. Purchasing a piece of property is an excellent investment, and it could provide you with more benefits than you realize. Here is a look at just five ways that owning a home will improve your family's ...
Views: 947 - ADHD Finance Tips: Saving and Avoiding Impulse Buys - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2020 from Brooke ChaplanPeople with ADHD-related conditions often make spontaneous purchases that are unneeded and may hurt their budget. This is because ADHD often makes people hyper focused on present impulses and desires and makes it difficult for those with the disorder to put off immediate gratification for future ...
Views: 943 - Where Will Your Career Take You? 3 Perks of Traveling for Work - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2018 from Brooke ChaplanMany people spend their working hours confined within the same four walls. They routinely handle the same tasks, and they often see the same group of people each day. Some people prefer this type of work experience because of the stability and security that it provides, but others find this type ...
Views: 915 - Where You Can Quickly Cut out Financial Waste in Your Home - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2019 from Brooke ChaplanSaving money is a primary goal for many people, but it also is a goal that many people struggle to achieve. It may seem as though you have trimmed your expenses in every reasonable way and that making any additional changes may require lifestyle changes that are too severe for your comfort ...
Views: 915 - First Class: 3 Ways To Enjoy Travel As Much As The Destination - by Submitted on May 22, 2017 from Brooke ChaplanThe perfect vacation can be summarized by the words happiness, relaxation, and enjoyment of your surroundings. However, those feelings can be ruined even before reaching the destination if the journey turns sour. Cramped transportation, long drives or flights, and poor meals on the go can ...
Views: 913 - Dental Decisions: How To Choose The Right Toothbrush For Your Whole Mouth - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2017 from Brooke ChaplanYou might think that any ordinary toothbrush will work with brushing the teeth and gums. If you don't have a lot of issues in the mouth, then this is usually the case. However, if you have teeth that are close together or if you have issues with gums that bleed, there are a few different types ...
Views: 908 - Backyard Bash: 3 Ingredients to a Perfect Summer Party - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2017 from Brooke ChaplanHaving a backyard party does not need to be a huge challenge. All it takes is three very necessary elements, and the host or hostess will end up with a gathering that everyone will want to repeat over and over again. These unique elements include: Great Food Selections Make it interesting. ...
Views: 898 - How Your Business Benefits from Keeping Things Clean - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2019 from Brooke ChaplanKeeping your property and workspaces as clean as possible may seem like a minor aesthetic concern. While the cleanliness of your workplace and off-site workspaces may impact public image, there are many additional reasons to keep your property and work areas in pristine condition when possible. ...
Views: 897(1 vote) - Having A Baby? 4 Tips For Surviving Your Hospital Stay - by Submitted on May 18, 2017 from Brooke ChaplanHaving a newborn can be hard enough to mentally prepare for. However, there are plenty of other things to keep in mind during your hospital stay, which you may not even think preparing for. To help you mentally and physically prepare for your hospital stay while in labor, here are our top 4 tips ...
Views: 892 - Why Planning for Your Future Requires More Than a Savings Account - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2018 from Brooke ChaplanThe most basic way that people financially prepare for the future involves stashing money away in a savings account. If you are like many others, you may even have an automatic transfer scheduled to deposit money regularly into your savings account so that the balance can grow substantially over ...
Views: 887 - 3 Health Preparations for Wild Summer Activities - by Submitted on May 30, 2017 from Brooke ChaplanSummer is just around the corner, a time when people tend to indulge themselves in wild summer activities. What will you do? Maybe you will finally go rock climbing somewhere new or take up a hobby like surfing. Whatever you do you’ll want to prepare yourself. Depending on your fitness level and ...
Views: 866 - Tips to Make Your Business the Best at What You Do - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2018 from Brooke ChaplanMost industries are very competitive, and this means that you must find a way to be the best at what you do in order to succeed and thrive. Some businesses approach improvement by following what the competitors do, but this approach ensures that you are always lagging behind the leader. In order ...
Views: 861 - Frugal Living: How to Learn New Skills While Saving Money - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2019 from Brooke ChaplanImproving your skills and educating yourself regularly are important for overall self-confidence as well as for furthering your career or pursuing a new career path. Unfortunately, obtaining new skills and taking your education to the next level is frequently associated with expensive tuition ...
Views: 849 - Getting Help: 3 Ways Therapy Can Keep You out of Trouble - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2018 from Brooke ChaplanWhen you break a bone or become ill, most people wouldn’t think twice about going to see a doctor. When it comes to trauma or other mental health issues, however, there seems to still be a great deal of shame that surrounds the idea of seeking out the help of a counselor, therapist or other ...
Views: 849 - Having Trouble Saving? 4 Things You Need to Change - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2017 from Brooke ChaplanStruggling to save money is a problem for 47 percent of Americans. With the rising costs of food, rent, and utilities, saving money can become an exercise in creativity. Take heart: there are ways to save money even on a limited income. Strict Budgeting The first thing financial experts ...
Views: 843 - 3 Ways You Can Avoid or Afford Court Costs - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2019 from Brooke ChaplanRegardless of whether you know that you are guilty of the charges that you are facing or you are trying to combat bogus charges, you understandably want to achieve the most favorable outcome possible. Unfortunately, court and legal fees can add up, and your financial situation may limit some of ...
Views: 841 - 3 Things to Expect When You’ve Been Avoiding the Dentist too Long - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2018 from Brooke ChaplanBrushing your teeth and flossing are important parts of good oral care, but so is visiting the dentist on a regular basis. Many people feel that if they take good care of their teeth, they don’t need to visit the dentist for a professional cleaning. But, here are just a few things that could ...
Views: 832 - Personal Style: 4 Ways to Go Beyond Clothes to Look Your Best - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2018 from Brooke ChaplanIt’s natural to want to look your best, and one of the most popular ways to improve your look is to improve how you dress. While dressing in more stylish clothes that fit you properly can make a world of difference in your appearance, there is more to your style than just the clothes and ...
Views: 825 - 3 Simple Mistakes that Can Pin You with a Wrongful Conviction - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2018 from Brooke ChaplanWhile the justice system overwhelming produces justified convictions of guilty individuals, it is not a perfect system. Many people have heard stories about individuals who have been falsely charged and even convicted of crimes that they were not responsible for. Such events can have devastating ...
Views: 808 - How To Keep Advancing After Landing An Entry-Level Job - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2019 from Brooke ChaplanWhether you are starting your first career or you are repositioning yourself in a new field, you understandably are starting at the bottom of the ladder. Some people never progress far above that level, but others reach the top echelons of the success in their field. Developing a strategy to ...
Views: 805 - Trusted Older Technologies that Back up the Latest and Greatest - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2019 from Brooke ChaplanEvery year, we are surrounded by advertisements for the newest, latest and greatest tech gadgets. In some cases, these gadgets are genuinely superior to their predecessors and yet in some cases, older tech (one might even use the term “ancient”) still outperforms more modern offerings. Here are ...
Views: 794 - How to Handle End-of-Life Conversations With Your Parents - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2021 from Brooke ChaplanAll lives come to an end. There is perhaps nothing harder to admit, but this is a universal truth. For most, having a discussion about end-of-life care with one’s parents is a process that is at once deeply emotional and incredibly frustrating. However, there are some things you can do to make ...
Views: 793 - Saving Small: What Makes Setting Any Amount of Money Aside Useful - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2019 from Brooke ChaplanWhen people think about saving, they generally think about the impact of having a comfortable emergency account. This usually means having thousands of dollars put away, making many feel like they can’t start saving until they can afford to make huge deposits. In reality, though, saving anything ...
Views: 778 - Why CBD is Good for You and Helps Keep You Healthy - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2020 from Brooke ChaplanThese days, it seems like you can’t go to your local pharmacy or supermarket without seeing CBD-based products. You might have initially been a little confused, thinking that stores were selling marijuana in places it’s not legal. However, CBD products are non-psychoactive and can do a lot for ...
Views: 769 - 4 Tips for High-Altitude Hiking for the First Time - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2020 from Brooke ChaplanHiking at high altitudes can be both a challenge and an invigorating experience. If you want to push the limits and try high-altitude hiking, you should make yourself aware of some important pieces of advice to keep yourself safe and have the most enjoyable experience possible. These four tips ...
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