For individuals owning furnaces and other HVAC units, it’s important to keep safety in mind as the spring and summer season approaches. “Many homeowners don’t realize the potential risk factors involved when their HVAC unit is not properly maintained after the cold winter months,” says Interstate Co-Owner Raymond Kishk. “Not only can heating and cooling systems pose a serious threat …
New homeowners can be overwhelmed with the list of things they should do to their homes on a regular basis – clean the gutters and replace the furnace filters, for example. But, say the Wall St. Journal’s home advisors, there are at least seven things a homeowner should never do—and here’s why:
There’s no better time than the present to alter your financial situation, and consumers can cement their futures financially by adopting smart habits. “Being mindful of your financial goals and knowing how credit works are important tools to effectively managing personal finances,” says ACA International CEO Pat Morris. “Good financial habits can help ensure a sound financial future, and being …
No-one wants to get robbed on Christmas Eve, so we created this infographic with a Dr. Seuss twist. With a series of useful home security tips written in rhyme paired with illustrations of The Grinch sneaking around an unsuspecting home, this infographic is both fun and useful.
This holiday season, will you be one of the 197 million Americans to shop online, according to eMarketer? Holiday shoppers will go online to buy everything from gift cards to cars, flat screen TVs to smartphones. And at least some of them will have their holiday spirit dampened by scammers who use a variety of schemes to convince victims to …
If you’re looking for some fun and creative ways to decorate this holiday season, wrap gifts, or host a party, this infographic provides some snazzy and quick ideas to bring in the holiday spirit. From making gift boxes out of matchboxes to making dipping Oreo cookies in peppermint, this infographic provides tips and techniques to make your Christmas season merrier.
‘Tis the season for family gatherings, dinner parties, gift exchanges and the sound of laughter coming from around the table. With the hustle and bustle surrounding the holidays, finding ways to reduce stress can help you survive the season. Here are six simple tips that will help your holidays go from hectic to holly and jolly, with even a little …
The ghosts and goblins may be coming out this Halloween, but your skeleton shouldn’t! As millions of Americans prepare for the traditions of Halloween, pumpkin carving, trick-or-treating and home decorating, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America (POSNA) urge celebrants of all ages to put safety first.
With the hurricane season approaching its peak, here are some tips to help individuals keep themselves, their families, and their property safe during a storm. Preparing Well in Advance Review your homeowners policy with your insurance agent to determine whether you have adequate protection. In particular consider whether you have flood insurance and if your policy will cover current rebuilding …
