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Salted Caramel Eggnog
Serves: 4 Eggnog: 1 c. caramel sauce 1 pint (16 oz.) store-bought eggnog 4 oz. spiced rum Kosher salt Garnish (optional): Whipped cream...
Nov 9, 20181 min read


Party-Planning Cheat Sheet: How to Throw a Holiday Open House
The holidays are a wonderful time to celebrate with those you hold dear and to reconnect with those you may not see as often as you’d...
Nov 9, 20184 min read


Old-Fashioned Home Remedies That Still Work Today
Before the marvels of modern medicine, people still had aches and pains and illnesses that they needed to treat. Instead of reaching for...
Aug 10, 20182 min read


Classic Money Management Mantras That Stand the Test of Time
The English language is full of money-related idioms that have been providing sound financial advice for generations. While tips for...
Aug 10, 20183 min read


Modern Ways to Bring Your Love of Retro Into Your Home
No one wants to live in an outdated space, but that doesn’t mean all things old have to go. Mixing the old with the new can add a lot of...
Aug 10, 20183 min read


5 Nostalgic Vacation Ideas to Remind You of Times Past
Have you ever come home from a vacation and felt like you needed another vacation? It seems like the more advanced our society becomes,...
Aug 10, 20184 min read


Then and Now: A Look at America's Housing Market Over the Past Decade
It’s been 10 years since the Great Recession, and a lot has changed in the housing market since then. While the current market has its...
Aug 10, 20184 min read


Flipping Out: Is Home Flipping a Profitable Investment?
If you’ve ever watched HGTV, you’ve probably gotten pulled into shows like “Flip or Flop” or “Flip It to Win It,” resulting in a case of...
Apr 17, 20183 min read


How to Select Art for Your Home: Display Your Personal Style!
Artwork is a tricky topic, as it is purely a matter of taste and personal choice, but it’s a key element that will elevate your home into...
Apr 17, 20183 min read


Do It Yourself! … Or Not: 3 Projects You Can Finish in a Day
Plus When to Hire a Contractor or a Handyman Looking for a few ways to freshen up your home without breaking the bank or sacrificing too...
Apr 13, 20184 min read


Homebuying and the Economy: How Interest Rates and Inflation Affect Your Purchasing (and Remodeling)
It’s been a bit of an up-and-down ride for mortgage rates over the last couple of years — and mostly down. But that’s now changing. The...
Apr 13, 20183 min read


6 Smart Ways to Reinvest Your Tax Refund Into Your Home
Are you expecting a tax refund this year? With the average American’s refund coming in at roughly $3,000, that’s a sizable chunk of extra...
Jan 19, 20183 min read


How to Beat Cabin Fever This Winter
We’re in the home stretch of winter. Only a few more weeks until dark, short days are replaced by the reawakening of spring. If you’re...
Jan 18, 20182 min read


5 Ways to Elevate Your Home's Decor Right Now
Redecorating can be so fun! It’s especially great if you’re one for keeping up on the hottest new trends, as items are easy to find and...
Jan 18, 20182 min read


6 Brilliant Ideas for an End-of-Winter Getaway
The winter season may be wrapping up, but there’s still plenty of time to squeeze in a last-minute winter retreat. While you could escape...
Jan 18, 20183 min read


What’s In Store for 2018
We’ve just gotten started with 2018, but there’s been speculation about which way the housing market will go since well before the first...
Jan 18, 20184 min read


3 Ways to De-Stress This Holiday Season
It’s the most wonderful time of the year — but for people trying to balance work, home, and a slew of holiday commitments, the holiday...
Nov 7, 20171 min read


How Buying a Home in Winter Can Save You Money
Waiting to buy a home until spring or summer seems like the obvious choice for most families. The weather is warmer, kids get to finish...
Nov 7, 20172 min read


DIY Organization Tips for the New Year
Believe it or not, the New Year is not far off, and it’s time to take stock. Another gym resolution? Forget it. This year, resolve to get...
Nov 7, 20172 min read


Holiday Gift Guide: 10 Ways to Give Experiences Instead of Things
Who doesn’t love getting gifts during the holidays? The anticipation of the surprise, the thrill you get when tearing apart the wrapping...
Nov 7, 20173 min read
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