Blooming With Benefits: Why Seniors Should Get Involved in Gardening
As the start of summer quickly approaches, many homeowners are turning their attention to their curb appeal. While spending as little as 5% of your home’s value on landscaping can bring an ROI of as much as 150%, property value isn’t the only good reason to start gardening this season. This activity can provide a…
Read MoreBuckle Up: 1 in 6 Uber and Lyft Vehicles Has Open Safety Recall
Each year, there are approximately 6 million car accidents that take place throughout the United States. But if you thought that booking a trip on Uber or Lyft would be safer than driving your own vehicle, you might be sorely mistaken. That’s because, according to Consumer Reports, nearly one in six cars registered on these…
Read More12 Million Homeowners Are Getting Ready To Sell, New Survey Shows
Up to 12.1 million homeowners across the U.S. are getting ready to sell their homes. According to a new study from NerdWallet, recent shifts in the housing market have led 44% of surveyed homeowners to sell their homes in the next 18 months. “Homeowners can see that we’re moving away from a strong seller’s market…
Read MoreEnergy Efficient Regulations On The Rise In Face Of Climate Crisis
In the wake of the climate crisis, U.S. cities are enacting sustainability policies to reduce greenhouse gases and increase energy efficiency. However, while the policies are ultimately beneficial, commercial real estate owners are finding it difficult to transform their properties into energy-efficient buildings. “Building owners and property developers are experts in their own fields, but…
Read MoreThe Price Of Parenting: How Much Kids Can Cost
It’s no secret that caring for children is expensive, but the costs for some are continuing to climb. Not all families face the same financial barriers to parenthood; some have a greater number of hurdles to overcome. Over 50% of American marriages end in divorce so it’s important for parents to do all they can…
Read MoreData Center Downtime: The Risks Of SEO Web Hosting
As human beings become more dependent on technology, we have turned to data centers. With a power density 100 times that of a commercial office building, businesses are able to rely on the massive facilities to offer faster speeds, larger storage spaces, and unbelievable computing power. Since many businesses use the Internet to reach out…
Read MoreSpring Cleaning Will Keep Your Home (and Your Allergies) in Check
Ah, spring. Although many people may be thrilled to see everything all in bloom, allergy sufferers may already be stocking up on their preferred medications to alleviate the incessant sneezing. And while staying inside might seem like an important step to provide sinus relief, the reality is that studies have found organic levels may be…
Read MoreIncrease Your Home Value By Getting Rid of Residential Mold
If you’re planning on listing your home on the market, there are all kinds of important things you have to keep in mind and do to ensure you’re getting a fair return. First, consider decluttering your home since on average, households in the U.S. have 300,000 things in them. Next, it’s time to focus on…
Read MoreSick of That Unwanted Hair? It Might Be Time For Laser Treatment
The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) reports that Americans spent more than $15 billion dollars in 2016 on combined surgical and nonsurgical aesthetic procedures for the first time ever, accounting for an 11% increase over the previous year. Epilation is the deliberate removal of body hair and can help people achieve smoother, nicer-looking…
Read MoreThrift Shops Are Thriving Post-Marie Kondo Craze, But Some Wish Decluttering Weren’t Such a Fad
Although Marie Kondo’s method of organization has been around for quite some time, it really reached the masses with her Netflix series, “Tidying Up with Marie Kondo,” this past year. Its success prompted countless viewers to ditch the clutter and hold onto only what “sparks joy.” And while that may have simplified some lives, it’s…
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