Many homeowners are thinking of making minor and major household improvements and for most, the cost will be prohibitive. The average kitchen remodel tops $60,000 and a bathroom overhaul can run $18,000. No worries, though! With some careful planning and smart choices, you can shave thousands off the cost of renovations.
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If you’re always wondering how you’re going to pay the next bill, feel guilty when you indulge in overpriced treats and you can’t seem to find money to put into savings, then you probably need a budget.
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Summer is a time for fun and excitement, but it can also be super expensive. Summertime can be a season of major life changes like household moves, weddings, or purchasing that boat you’ve been eyeing.
Before you start swiping the plastic for everything under the sun, Cooperative Teachers Credit Union recommends considering a personal loan to stay within your budget.
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1. Reduce stress Stress hormones strain the immune system so it can’t do its best at protecting us from those nasty bacteria, says Dr. Tammy Born of the Born Clinic, Grand Rapids, Mich. Reduce the amount of stress in your life by practicing mindfulness, keeping in touch with friends and family through virtual means while social gatherings…
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Harmful bacteria and viruses can lurk in places you’d never suspect, and knowing those places inside and outside the home, can help you avoid getting sick this winter.
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We all grow up hearing the same financial advice: Spend less, save more and invest early. While most of these words of wisdom ring true, there are lots of widespread money management tips that are actually false.
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Spring is here! Time to roll up your sleeves and whip your home into shape. Use these cleaning hacks to help banish those dust bunnies without spending a fortune on cleaning solutions and organizers.
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Many people overspend and rack up thousands of dollars in credit card debt to live a lifestyle they believe will make them happy, only to discover they are living beyond their means. This, in turn, adds stress and worry … causing unhappiness.
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