If you own your own home, you probably dread the inevitable repair bills that are destined to accrue over time. Thankfully, the cost of many repair and remodeling projects can be minimized simply by doing the jobs yourself. Save the leftover cash to put toward paying down your mortgage or that long-desired family vacation. Here are three repair and remodeling projects that … [Read more...] about 3 easy projects for even the least handy homeowners
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Dollar store DIY
There are certain things you probably wouldn’t want to pick up at the dollar store. However, many people don’t realize that they don’t need to go to an overpriced craft store for DIY projects—you can find a wealth of products at your humble local dollar store these days. Creativity goes a long way when it comes to dollar store goods, which make a great foundation for DIY … [Read more...] about Dollar store DIY
Is organic always best? Your guide to shopping for produce
Every day, you hear arguments for eating an all-organic diet. Many claim that it’s better for the planet, better for your body and even a better source of nutrients. However, arguments like this only tell part of the story. Organic food is generally far more expensive than conventionally-grown food, and research has shown that the nutrient profile of organic produce is actually … [Read more...] about Is organic always best? Your guide to shopping for produce
Cut the Cord: Six Alternatives to Cable TV
Giving up cable doesn’t mean going back to the Dark Ages, at least not in the age of digital media streaming. Many people have chosen to forgo the substantial monthly cost of cable in lieu of an internet connection and a few affordable media streaming services. Furthermore, the popularity of online-only media content, like Netflix’s Orange Is The New Black, is leading to more … [Read more...] about Cut the Cord: Six Alternatives to Cable TV
An introduction to the EPA’s WaterSense program
Though over 70 percent of the Earth’s surface is water, only one percent of that water is safe for human use. With an ever-increasing population and the subsequent demand for fresh water, it is imperative that we use what water we have efficiently and effectively. That’s why WaterSense, a partnership program formed in 2006 by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, aims to … [Read more...] about An introduction to the EPA’s WaterSense program
