As I get older, I steadily realize that a homeowner must assume a banker’s mindset relative to home maintenance. The value of home and property must be maintained at all costs. That can be hard to do, considering how often a person … [Read more...] about Money Pit Projects That Will Tank Your Home’s Value
In the consumer rush to find the best deals and discounts, most people don’t take a moment to consider the true meaning of Memorial Day. Memorial Day is a federal holiday of observance dedicated to showing respect to every American military member, … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Deals for Active Duty, Veterans, and Families
They say that the phrase, “7-year-itch,” is a reference describing relentlessness, irritability, and discomfort in relation to marriage. However, it can also be a reference to mattress ownership. The average American keeps a marriage for a least 7 … [Read more...] about Scoring the Best Memorial Day Mattress Sales
I am used to accepting things as they are. For example, whenever I am shopping, I usually take the MSRP or listed price for granted and just pay for the item. If you know how the system works, then you can make it work for you. When you walk into a … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Sales Are a Great Time to Buy a New Car
Do you have a friend or relative who keeps an unkempt or dirty household? Perhaps they don’t clean up as rigorously as they should. Maybe they don’t pick clothing up off of the floor or mow their lawn. Or, they leave dirty dishes in the sink for … [Read more...] about Gasoline Etiquette, Fueling, and Avoiding Contaminated Gas to Save Money
Because of various dangerous driving situations I've been in, I make a conscious habit of driving with my sunglasses whenever it is a sunny day. It is a habit for me to leave them in the car. A few years ago, I had a horrifying experience where I was … [Read more...] about Tips for Surviving in Dangerous Driving Situations
I am not an expert gearhead. It is a big regret I have in life. I wish that I could just fix every problem that occurs in my car. But I can’t. Like most people, whenever a minor or major issue arises with my car, I automatically take it to the … [Read more...] about DIY Car Repair – Air Filters
Do you know what a parking pawl is? I didn’t either until I learned that I had to stop forgetting to engage my parking brake. When I park on level surfaces and need to make quick stops, I sometimes forget to do this. I always engage it when I park … [Read more...] about Bad Driving Habits That Increase Your Repair Bill and Cost You Money
