Becoming a homeowner is an especially exciting time in life, especially if you’ve just bought your first home. You don’t have to worry about landlords anymore, you’ve gained what’s likely your greatest financial asset, and you have more freedom with this property than any other in your life. For all the advantages of homeownership, though, …
Relocating To Opposite Ends Of The Country? We’ve Got You
Moving is a big task. Relocating to a new home in a local move can take weeks. When you’re relocating your belongings to the other side of the country, the moving process can be far more complicated. Moving is one of the most stressful things you can do during your lifetime. Although you may be …
Everything You Need to Do Following a Car Accident
Just thinking about a car accident can be stressful, never mind actually getting in one. They can result in serious injuries and medical bills, potentially total your car, lead to headaches with insurance companies, and possibly even lead to lawsuits. To make matters worse, they’re not even uncommon. In fact, in 2019 alone, the United …
Tinnitus: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Relief
The American Tinnitus Association, ATA, describes tinnitus as, “The perception of sound when no actual external noise is present.” In the United States, tinnitus is one of the most common medical conditions and is estimated to affect nearly 50 million Americans (15% of the general population). From this figure, about 20 million people suffer from …
How to Increase Your Home’s Curb Appeal
Curb appeal is the first impression people get of your home. An appealing exterior makes potential buyers curious to see what’s inside. The first impression you create directly affects the outcome of a home sale. The good news is that you don’t have to spend a small fortune to add curb appeal, and you can …
5 Energy-Saving Tips for Your Home
Whether you’re a student, parent, renter, or homeowner, everyone is always looking for ways to save energy costs without necessarily having to switch their supplier. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, the rapid adoption of LED bulbs can collectively save the country a whopping $125 billion over the next 20 years. Take a moment …
5 HVAC Efficiency Tips
You rely on your HVAC system to keep your household comfortable, whether it’s turning up the heat in January or cranking up the air conditioner in July. However, this can send your utility bills surging seasonally. There are simple ways for any homeowner to monitor their HVAC system and make sure it operates at peak …
Home Improvements You Should Consider Before Moving In
Moving as a whole involves an endless list of pre-move and post-move to-do lists that may sometimes feel overwhelming. Add to this the ceaseless packing and decluttering, looking for a moving company, and following up with service providers and your moving schedule is packed. With all these seemingly pressing items to tick off your to-do …
Tips for Becoming a Successful Medical Secretary
Medical secretaries work in medical facilities, such as medical offices and hospitals. A secretary may focus exclusively on performing administrative tasks. Some secretaries are administrative assistants who perform clerical tasks and supervise other staff. Technology has impacted the administrative field, reducing demand for qualified secretaries and administrative assistants. Despite this, the U.S. Bureau of Labor …
Navigating Your Mortgage: A Guide
Mortgage loans provide the structure upon which the entire housing market exists. With inflating home prices continuing to drive skyward, home buyers are less likely now than ever before to simply purchase a home on the strength of their own cash reserves or savings account funds. This doesn’t have to be a significant problem, though. …