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You have finally sorted through thousands of shades and found your perfect paint color. You bought a few cans of paint. You cleared out your weekend. You are ready to jump in, but where do you start? Having the proper tools, correctly prepping your space, and taking your time using the right technique are allRead more

Take a deep dive into your finances to eliminate money leaks and save yourself future headaches. By Kayla Albert | Apr 20, 2017 9:00AM Put these tips to work and get a healthier bank account — starting today. If someone were to take a hefty amount from your bank account, you’d most likely notice, especiallyRead more

Fajita-style chicken grilled on skewers with veggies. A delicious chicken kebab recipe that’s easy to make and sure to please! YIELD: Serves 4 TOTAL TIME: 1 hour (includes marinating time) Ingredients: 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 tablespoons canola oil Zest and juice of 1 large lime, plus additional for serving 1 tablespoon chili powderRead more

If raising your credit seems impossible, take a step back from the big hairy goal and tackle the beast one step at a time. There’s no “instant” button, but there are things you can do now that will help increase your score. The unfortunate truth about raising your credit score: There is no quick fix. HittingRead more

To be successful and reach your goals, figure out what type of leader you are. Understanding which leadership style works best for you is vital in reaching success. However, when it comes to goal setting, there are certain things that will help anyone in reaching his or her goals. To start, writing down goals increasesRead more

Oh snap. Image credit: Facebook Facebook’s quest to mimic Snapchat is undeniable at this point. In just the last few months, Instagram, Whatsapp and Messenger have all integrated some form of Stories — a disappearing slideshow format that Snapchat is famous for — while Facebook Live dabbled in Snapchat-esque selfie filters. Now, after months of experiments and tests, it’s time for theRead more

Look before you leap — into homeownership.  Owning a home can be a smart financial move, but is it right for you, right now? It’s happening all across America right now: Hordes of renters, innocently perusing their social media accounts, are noticing a theme. It’s not that everyone is getting married or obsessing over spiralizedRead more

Let your home put up the cash for its own improvements (but not for that new sports car). With home values rising, homeowners who have equity, like a home equity loan, a much-valued resource, might be tempted to tap some of that wealth and use it for other purposes. But depending on your personal situationRead more

If you’re making big decisions about housing this year you’ll want to keep these factors in mind. If you’re a renter, you (and your bank account) probably know this already: Over the past decade, rents have been going up. And up. In many parts of the country, in fact, rents have been increasing at aRead more

A refi could cut your monthly mortgage payment, but that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s the right move. Even though rates spiked after the election and may rise further after the Fed meets December 14, there are about four million borrowers who will still benefit from refinancing, and of that, two million borrowers could save $200 orRead more