VH-studio / Shutterstock.com Bigger seems to be better when it comes to vehicle longevity, at least according to a study from automotive research firm and car search engine iSeeCars.com. The website lists the vehicles with the greatest chance of lasting at least 200,000 miles, and only two of them are not SUVs, trucks or vans. … Read more
Simon Bratt / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on LawnStarter. When shade dapples your landscape, don’t resent it –– embrace it. You may think a beautiful garden requires full sunlight, but there exist plenty of shade-loving plants that can turn your landscape into a showstopper. From elegant ferns to variegated hostas, we’ll show … Read more
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Denis OREA / Shutterstock.com Many products that are considered to be disposable can be reused in surprising ways that will reduce waste and save you money. Before putting things in the garbage or recycling bin, consider how they could be used again. If you’re willing to get creative, you’ll find that numerous things can enjoy … Read more
Photo_DDD / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Living on the Cheap. The best way to become a self-made millionaire is to learn from people who are already there. And as you can see from the list below, these habits of self-made millionaires are pretty easy to follow in your daily life. Because … Read more
Attasit saentep / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on LawnStarter. You probably already know that roofs are constructed from many materials, but did you know metal roofs are not prone to lightning strikes? Wood, asphalt, or any other materials used in roofing are just as likely to be struck by lightning. Installing a … Read more
Serhii Bobyk / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on LawnStarter. Why do your neighbor’s perennials return every spring, but the perennials in your yard die each winter? You might not be growing the right plants for your Hardiness Zone. Turn to the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map to help determine which plants will … Read more
Cookie Studio / Shutterstock.com Many people dream of retiring early. In fact, there’s even a movement these days, called FIRE, that offers the hope of financial independence (“FI”) and the ability to retire early (“RE”) from the grind. However, it’s important to note that in many cases, FIRE requires a great deal of planning — … Read more
Ralf’s Icons / Shutterstock.com What is the Federal Reserve? You probably know the Fed is powerful. Its meetings are tracked carefully by investors and the news media. Its work can seem complex. You get that it deals with money, loads of it. And numbers: tons and tons of data. OK, impressive. But, otherwise, why should … Read more