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(ARA) – During the long, cold winter months, dogs are unable to enjoy the outdoor activities that put into use their natural senses to play, run and fetch. To protect themselves and their dogs from the frigid air, many dog owners avoid the outdoors – only bringing their pets outside for a brief walk, or [...]

(ARA) – As teens get ready to head off to college, chances are you’ll hear more discussion about what to pack than what courses to take. Striking a balance between bringing the essentials for living on one’s own and fitting it all into a dorm room not much bigger than a walk-in closet, can be [...]

(ARA) – It’s probably safe to say that no potential buyer ever passed on a house because the bathroom was just too lovely and luxurious. And few of us would prefer to come home at the end of the day to decompress in an outdated bathroom with a shabby shower and cabinets that have seen [...]

(ARA) – Maybe you’ve watched one too many home improvement shows. Perhaps you’re still stinging from that holiday guest’s comment about how your kitchen countertop has seen better days. Or maybe you’re just really tired of the same old, same old every day. Whatever the reason the remodeling itch has settled into your brain, before [...]

(ARA) – As spring approaches and the winter snow begins to melt from your roof and lawn, now is a great time to step back and survey what you can do to improve the look of your home for the warm summer months, and for years to come. Could your house use an exterior upgrade? [...]

(ARA) – Spring is just around the corner, so it’s not too early to start thinking about preparing your garden tools and lawn equipment for the warm weather months. Taking the time to do simple maintenance can eliminate the hassle of a piece of lawn equipment failing to start. Having an operational lawn mower throughout [...]

(ARA) – “The month of June, it is well if it be partly wet and partly dry.” Despite that idealistic statement from an 1854 article on agriculture in The Cambrian Journal, no farmer, in the history of the world, has ever had the ideal weather for a perfect growing season. The same holds true for [...]

(ARA) – The case for renting, rather than owning, your home has rarely been stronger in America. In most parts of the country, rental payments are lower than monthly mortgage costs. Renting also provides the financial freedom and ability to relocate prized by job hunters who may need the flexibility to go where the jobs [...]

(ARA) – When your youngest child packs up his room, loads all his belongings into the car, and drives away – to college, a new job or his first apartment – the quiet in the house can be unsettling at first. Then it hits you, your ‘empty nest’ is a remodeling opportunity. You now have [...]

(ARA) – Spring is a time of renewal with flowers and trees blooming, grass greening and warmer temperatures bringing us back to the outdoors. But before you can begin to truly enjoy the fresh air – there are many updates needed to help your patio areas recover from the harsh effects of old man winter. [...]

(ARA) – Bleak unemployment statistics and an evolving career landscape make it difficult for job-seekers to identify the best path to professional success. Despite this uncertain environment, leading experts say that changing jobs is vital to advancement, and identifying which fields are in-demand is key to implementing an action plan for success. Alexandra Levit, career [...]

(ARA) – In today’s tough job market, it’s essential to make yourself as marketable as possible. Even as the economy begins to recover, unemployment rates are resting at more than 9 percent nationwide, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics – meaning that more than 14.6 million people are on the prowl for a limited [...]

(ARA) – Saving money is a common goal for many small business owners and home-based businesses. Maximizing profits and lowering costs are frequent discussion topics in Chamber of Commerce meetings, at business gatherings and around the boardroom table. Below are a few suggestions on ways to cut back and save: * Make those rewards programs [...]

(ARA) – Saving the environment can be an overwhelming task. With everything in the news about how to make your home more energy efficient, it’s easy to become bewildered when thinking about all the improvements you could make. But there’s no need to worry, as you don’t have to make your home into a model [...]

(ARA) – As colder weather arrives, you are probably looking to freshen up your home decor. While it might be counterintuitive, a great way to do this is by using items you might not otherwise have a need for – or to put it bluntly, junk. You may have already heard about a growing trend [...]

(ARA) – Kitchens cry out for a perfect balance between beauty and practicality. Nowhere is the marriage of form and function more important than in the room where most American families spend the majority of their at-home time together. Ceramic tile is the natural choice for kitchens. Homeowners appreciate its durability and designers admire the [...]

(ARA) – For dog owners, there are no two ways about it – pets are part of the family. You want your four-legged companion to be as happy and healthy as any other member of your family. Many of the things you buy for your human loved ones – like food, medicine and beauty products [...]

(ARA) – While saving energy and lowering your bills during the winter takes some personal sacrifice, it might not be as hard as you think. With a combination of changing your habits and a few simple fixes, it’s possible to realize significant savings on your utility bills. You could be well on your way to [...]

(ARA) – A new career is often replacing the choice of retirement for many baby boomers, who have plenty of experience and resources to make entrepreneurship very successful. With baby boomers living healthier and longer lives, they are no longer following traditional retirement paths and instead are seeking second and third careers. There’s been a [...]

Below are benefits of buying a home with a home virtual tour. Searching for the right home can be time consuming and frustrating. Often times some homes don’t have pictures only to later discover you would never consider the home. A home virtual tour can save you time and money by eliminate hours of driving [...]

Below are benefits to selling a home with a home virtual tour. Selling a home can be expensive and time consuming. Traditional advertising such as newspaper ads, brochures and open houses have a very limited audience reach. Traditional forms of marketing don’t give Buyers an opportunity to actually see what your property looks like inside [...]

(ARA) – The Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) is not only the launching pad for a number of new kitchen and bath products; it’s also the place where key trends are announced. At this year’s spring event in Chicago, the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) held its annual design competition, at which 10 [...]

(ARA) – For nine months of the year, every American child has a job – to learn as much as possible in school. Parents have a school-related job too, making sure kids have the environment and encouragement they need to do well. Parents can help kids thrive academically by creating an environment that’s comforting — [...]

(ARA) – After the “I dos” are exchanged and the reception is over, couples find out that the realities of cohabitation do not always make for smooth sailing, especially when it comes to blending different tastes and styles. While newlyweds find themselves saying “I do” at the altar, that phrase frequently turns into “I don’t” [...]

(ARA) – When it comes to your kitchen, details make all the difference. It’s often the most used and best-loved room in the house, so having a room that meets your needs and expresses your personality is key. If your kitchen’s design has been frustrating you by creating clutter and giving your home an out-of-date [...]