Being the best host or hostess is no small feat. Follow these nine suggestions, and your guests will continue to appreciate their visit long after they've left.
Living in 90 degree weather with over 70 percent humidity the past few days has not been easy here in rural Nebraska. Hearing others complain about it only makes it worse -- especially knowing that they probably have air-conditioning. [more]
If you've got a living situation like most high school and many college students, where you'll continue to have a roof over your head and food to eat even if you don't
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Have Houseguests? How to Be the Host With the Most
Being the best host or hostess is no small feat. Follow these nine suggestions, and your guests will continue to appreciate their visit long after they've left.
Schedule Regular Fridge Cleanings to Prevent Food Waste
Your refrigerator may be the cause of your wasted groceries. Learn how to keep your fridge organized and clean for longer food life and less waste.
Metal Detecting for Beginners: Patience and Profit
If you're interested in metal detecting, learn about the costs, concerns, and rewards of the hobby as one enthusiast shares his story.
How Cutting Your Losses Can Save You More Than Money
Learn to let go and you'll gain way more than better financial habits. Sunk costs are sunk for a reason!
10 One Pot Meals That Will Transform Dinner
Busy weeknights get a lot more relaxing when dinner comes together in just one pot. What are you waiting for — dig in!
10 Resume Mistakes That Will Hurt Your Job Search
Finding a job is hard even in the best of circumstances, but you're sabotaging your search if you're making these basic resume errors.
7 Reasons You Need to Downsize
If your house is eating up too much of your time, energy, and cash, it may be time to find smaller digs.
9 Quick Workouts You Can Do During Commercial Breaks
Turn TV time into a real workout by adding these quick, but intense fitness routines to your viewing habit.
4 Creative Remote Jobs That Can Supplement Your Retirement Income
In this day and age, you can find plenty of job options that allow you to work from anywhere during retirement.
6 Easy Ways to Improve Your Online Reputation
Go ahead, Google yourself. Whether you like the results or don't, you have to take steps to protect your online rep.
7 Money Moves That’ll Protect You During the Next Recession
The Great Recession left our finances in the lurch. These money moves will protect you if we enter another one.
Uber, Lyft, and More — Where to Find the Best Rideshare Deals
Uber, Lyft, and other ridesharing companies promise better prices and better service than cabs. Find out which ones actually deliver.
8 Ways to Profit Off Your Cabin Fever
Winter has you stuck inside? Use your time away from the great outdoors to supercharge your finances.
Cool & funky things I found FREE on Craigslist
It's amazing what people will throw away these days. Or give away. And that's why I'm a huge fan of Craigslist . [more]
Living Without Air-Conditioning Can Save Big Bucks This Summer
Living in 90 degree weather with over 70 percent humidity the past few days has not been easy here in rural Nebraska. Hearing others complain about it only makes it worse -- especially knowing that they probably have air-conditioning. [more]
How to Survive a Road Trip
It’s that time of year again. The time of year when you pack-up the car and depart on a summer road trip. [more]
How to Be Upwardly Mobile
Research shows that most people aren't moving past their parents' income class — but you don't have to be a statistic.
What to Do If Your Adult Child Is Moving Home
If your adult children are moving back or currently living at home, how much support should you be giving them? Here are some things to consider.
Pre-career advice
If you've got a living situation like most high school and many college students, where you'll continue to have a roof over your head and food to eat even if you don't
The two-mile challenge
Bicycling for transportation is something that's important to me, so I was immediately attracted to the