As a busy homeowner, it's easy to fall into the trap of pushing off tasks that maintain the long-term value of your home in favor of more pressing problems. That’s OK, to a point, as certain house-cleaning projects...

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Yes, this is the month we celebrate our nation’s independence. But there’s another commemoration in July that you may be less familiar with. This is Disaster Education and Awareness Month. Okay, we get it: talking about...

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Your home protects you from the elements, but heavy rains can weaken that protection. With a little maintenance and a lot of vigilance, it’s not hard to stay safe and dry. Spring rainstorms are a fact of life in many...

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It’s official: summer is here! And that means it’s time for barbecues, swim parties, and road trips. It’s also time for food poisoning, injuries, and car trouble. How can you get the most out of the season, without...

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Home improvement: It’s a never-ending process for many people, and for those of us who aren’t necessarily handy, it can be a hassle, too. But there are plenty of simple maintenance tasks and other improvements you can...

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We all want to be healthy and fit, right? But we don’t always want to put the work into getting that way! That’s where May can really play an important role. This month just happens to be National Physical Fitness and...

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Apartment living can have many advantages: low maintenance, close to work and entertainment, and ease of changing residence. But, if you’re a dog owner, apartment living can present some difficulties. You probably won’t...

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Does your job (or your manager, or your colleague, or your commute) stress you out? Odds are, you’re thinking, “That’s a dumb question!” After all, the American Institute of Stress points out that work leads the pack...

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In today’s economy, everyone is pinching pennies. So why worry about umbrella coverage? Shouldn’t a home and auto policy leave you adequately covered? Unfortunately, we live in a world of lawsuits. Large damages can be...

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Spring has sprung and the hills are alive with beautiful flowers. In other words, it’s the most miserable time of the year for those of us with seasonal allergies. As trees, flowers, and grasses release pollen to...

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