Family & Home
- Sub-topics:
- Home Improvement
- Kids
- Pets
- Relationships
Featured
In the weeks leading up to the end-of-year holidays, most of our schedules are jam-packed with holiday parties, gift shopping, and visiting family. Then, after weeks of excitement and excess, it all comes to an abrupt halt. Unless you're hitting the December 26th sales, the end of the holidays can feel like a massive weight has been lifted from your shoulders. Your calendar clears. You've made
There's nothing quite like a home full of holiday decorations to put you in a festive mood. However, not all decorations come cheap. Don't throw away your entire holiday budget on decor that may not suit your style down the line. Instead, invest your money wisely by identifying and even splurging on the decorations that will define your holiday spirit for years to come. Then, add special
Recent Articles in Family & Home
18 Great WD-40 Uses for Around the HouseJanuary 26, 2012
It's a safe bet you've heard of and used WD-40, an oil which can be used as a cleaning product, lubricant, and anti-corrosive solution. Its name actually stands for "Water
How to Find a Good Babysitter to Care for Your KidsJanuary 25, 2012
When I was in college, I made all of my spending money by babysitting. I started out with one job babysitting a two-year-old boy, and by the time I graduated I had six families for
10 Romantic & Inexpensive Gift Ideas for Your Girlfriend or WifeJanuary 24, 2012
Whether it's an anniversary present or a Valentine's Day gift, the expectations can be high even when your funds are low. If your bank account balance limits the amount you can
8 Frugal & Fun Martin Luther King Day Activities for KidsJanuary 11, 2012
To many young children - and even some adults - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is simply a day off from school or work. However, kids are very often interested in learning new things,
How to Prepare and Plan for RetirementDecember 30, 2011
Whether your retirement is fast approaching or decades away, it is likely that you do not spend much time pondering what will happen when you stop working. Unfortunately, many
15 Tips to Be Productive During Your Winter Holiday BreakDecember 23, 2011
In the weeks leading up to the end-of-year holidays, most of our schedules are jam-packed with holiday parties, gift shopping, and visiting family. Then, after weeks of excitement
What Is a Spousal IRA – Rules, Eligibility & BenefitsDecember 22, 2011
If you are a stay-at-home spouse, it seems unfair that you can't build up a retirement account in your name. After all, one of the requirements of opening an Individual Retirement
10 Unique & Inexpensive Holiday Gift Ideas for TeachersDecember 20, 2011
As my children grow older, more people are becoming involved in their lives through school and extracurricular activities. These teachers and coaches have had quite an impact on my
10 Holiday Gift Ideas for Nursing Home Residents & Elderly SeniorsDecember 16, 2011
If you know someone living in a nursing home, give them a gift this holiday season that they'll treasure. Most items appropriate for retirement home residents are inexpensive
7 Homemade Photo Crafts That Make Great GiftsDecember 12, 2011
Every family seems to have a member who either has everything, or desires nothing - yet we still feel obligated to give them a gift during the holidays. Oftentimes, too much money
