How to Set up a Budget With a Variable Income

Having a budget is important, but one of its most important benefits is mental rather than physical.

Surprised?

It’s true. Making – and sticking to – a budget is important to your peace of mind because it means you’ve got a plan. 

It gives you hope.


7 Ways to Save on Organizing Your Home Office

7 Ways to Save on Organizing Your Home Office
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If you’re among the millions of people now working from home as a result of the pandemic, you may be dreaming of the days you spent away from home at “the office”. 

Lunches with co-workers have been replaced by quick grab ‘n’ go leftover reheats or…for the most time-poor among us, adding GrubHub to your phone’s speed-dial.


Lawn Care Tips for New Homeowners

Lawn Care Tips for New Homeowners

Owning a new home is an exciting step for many people. However, being a new homeowner may mean you’ve never had to care for a lawn before. Fortunately, there are some helpful lawn care tips for new homeowners.

Taking care of a lawn can often be a lot of work. You typically have to mow on a regular basis, trim weeds, and rake leaves. If you have a garden, there is also a lot of work that goes into maintaining that.


7 Non-Toxic DIY Sanitizing Solutions

7 Non-Toxic DIY Sanitizing Solutions
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Not only is it cheaper to make your own sanitizing solutions, but with the recent FDA news that some hand sanitizers can be toxic, it’s a smart idea as well.

Making hand sanitizer and household cleaning products is easier than you might think. In addition to using inexpensive ingredients, these recipes can be adjusted to suit your particular needs.


Pros and Cons of Tankless Water Heaters

Pros and Cons of Tankless Water Heaters
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When was the last time you thought about your hot water heater?

Chances are you thought about it when the hot water ran out…or when you first bought your home.

Right?

Or, maybe like many of us these days you’re thinking about ways you can save money by cutting costs.

Whatever the reason, there are a lot of water heaters on the market these days to choose from. In addition to standard water heaters that have been around for decades, consumers now have the option of purchasing an on-demand, or “tankless” water heater that promises to save on water and energy costs.