Home improvement projects are more popular than ever before. Spending on home improvement projects and household renovations amounted to $271 billion in 2020, and that amount is on track to increase to $281 billion by the end of 2021. The key motivators behind these investments are making houses more comfortable (83%) and tailoring houses to … [Read more…]
Most people understand the basics of a home mortgage but not the details. This video introduces the four factors that impact payment and the five most common mortgage types. Together, these can be used to calculate mortgage payments and potentially save buyers money. The first factor that impacts a mortgage payment is the cost of … [Read more…]
Retirement may mark the end of one chapter, but it also brings with it the start of a new adventure. To help usher in this new beginning, a retirement gift will be an ideal tribute to mark your parent’s accomplishments while preparing them for the road ahead. Here are a few options worth considering helping … [Read more…]
A new study coming out of Finland is giving parents and paid caregivers hope that the benefits of gardening for kids extend beyond just allowing them some time in the sun. The study focused on children between the ages of three and five years old and showed that their immune systems actually improved after being … [Read more…]
Moving can be extremely stressful for many people. It takes quite a bit of time and energy, and there is always the chance that something valuable can get lost, which in itself is very stressful. It can be a good idea sometimes to hire a moving company for help, especially if you are not able … [Read more…]
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way that we live in the United States, and it may very well change the way that we live for a long time. Millions of Americans remain out of work due to the pandemic, but many have maintained their jobs by working from home in a way that they … [Read more…]
There is nothing more exciting than buying a home. Becoming a homeowner is a standard part of the American dream, however, it does come with a price (besides the purchase price). Keeping your home in top condition to protect your investment is critical. Home repair tips can help you ensure that you are taking the … [Read more…]
Did you know? Throughout 2018, more than 27 million Americans did not have health insurance at any point, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. While some people may feel that their families are healthy enough not to need insurance, or that insurance is too expensive, it can really help when you need to visit a … [Read more…]
In the age of Kindle, e-readers, and audiobooks, it’s difficult to get adults to read paper books instead of digital ones, let alone children. Parents are the first teachers that children have, and as such, can teach their kids a lot before sending them to school and while they’re in school too. Teaching and encouraging … [Read more…]
Starting school is an important milestone, but can also be a difficult and stressful time for children, and their parents or guardian. Children will spend the majority of their developmental period in school and is where they will have many impactful experiences, ones of success, failure, joy, despair, pride, and embarrassment. These experiences are completely … [Read more…]
