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How to Make Mornings Less Stressful

For many people, mornings are stressful, even chaotic. Rushing and feeling anxious first thing in the morning can set a negative tone for the rest of the day. Some simple (but important) changes can make a world of difference.Prepare for the Day AheadY...

Simple Money Lessons That Will Last Your Child a Lifetime

Carrying cash is becoming less common these days, which can be a nuisance for parents and their children"especially when it comes to paying children their allowance each week.For many parents, cash allowances are becoming a thing of the past as they in...

How to Protect Your Kids from Identity Theft

Children are often victims of identity theft for two reasons: They have a clean identity that probably hasn’t been used much and can be exploited in many ways, and there’s often a large gap between the theft and when it’s discovered.Fraudsters will usu...

Choose Your Shredder Carefully

Protecting your personal information from identity thieves is a multi-step process; however, the biggest step you can take at home is to shred anything with personal information on it.“All a true identity thief needs to become you is your name and ZIP ...

What to Look for in a Credit Card Mobile App

A credit card’s mobile app can give you immediate access to your account, making it easier to track purchases, make payments, review monthly statements, report a lost card and view rewards, among other things.But not all mobile apps are the same, and k...

The Right Way to Store Food in Your Fridge

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States That Won’t Tax Your Retirement Income

Affording to retire can be difficult enough, and having your retirement income taxed can leave you with less money.To start, the federal government taxes income from a 401(k) retirement plan, traditional IRA or pension, along with taxing Social Securit...

Pros and Cons of Raising Kids With Pets

Pets have a place at the center of many families. Animals can benefit people in countless ways, but children often gain the most. If you’re thinking about bringing a pet into your home, consider your childs age and personality, your familys lifestyle a...

10 Laundry Tips to Cut Your Energy Bill

Did you know that laundry machines are among the costliest appliances in your home to operate because of their high energy usage? Given that many families clean multiple loads of clothes every week, taking steps to be more efficient in the laundry room...

Selling Your Home If You Have a Reverse Mortgage

Reverse mortgages allow seniors to access their home equity to cover living expenses.However, some seniors might later decide to move closer to family or need to go to a nursing home.Selling your house with a reverse mortgage is similar to selling a ho...