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There are many explanations why someone might want their home to look more expensive. Maybe they want to make their surroundings more prosperous or maybe they want to sell their property soon. Paint color is a great way to make your interior look more expensive without going over budget, and there are some color combinations … Read more
Coin prices are determined by their base materials, unlike stamps, artwork, and sports cards, among other collectibles. In the world of collectibles, a penny may only be worth a cent, but the metal that makes it can be worth more in recycling. This also applies to quarters, especially those struck before 1965. See More: This Rare … Read more
Clark Howard is a renowned financial guru and consumer champion. He is the host of the Clark Howard Podcast, with over two million downloads per month. To become financially independent, the best-selling book frequently advocates living a normal lifestyle. 7 Frugal practices followed by Clark Howard Don’t Be Fooled by Fake Deals Howard’s supporters are … Read more
Given how automation and technology sectors are changing, it is important to recognize which jobs may not be viable in the future. This article examines 15 occupations that are at risk of extinction in the future due to automation, changing consumer preferences and technological improvements. It provides guidance and direction to those considering their career … Read more
My husband, who is from the Bahamas, introduced me to the practice of using machetes in the garden. He grew up in his grandfather’s vast tropical garden, where he used a machete to cut sugarcane, crack open coconuts, and clear bushes. I took a really quick knife in my own garden. I find these multi-purpose, … Read more
The dark core of black-eyed Susans’ daisy-like flower heads gives rise to their name. The plant’s vivid petals, which are usually yellow but can also be warm tones of orange, gold and red, contrast sharply with the plant’s “black eye”. Black-eyed Susans are a great addition to any wildlife garden design because they attract a … Read more
Southern gardeners love hydrangeas for their gorgeous blooms. But even these effortless beauties can suffer if we make a few frequent mistakes. If you want your hydrangea to thrive and bloom every year, here are eight important things to avoid: 1. Pruning Blunders Regular pruning of hydrangeas is essential, but the right timing and method … Read more
Use a pillowcase to keep matching bedding together Your overnight guests are eager to get into bed, but the bed isn’t ready. You rush to the linen closet, only there are no matching sheets. Next time take off your underwear. Before putting fresh clean and folded sheets in the closet, place them in a matching … Read more
Self-checkout kiosks reduce the need for grocery store cashiers, but they still require guards to monitor patrons. If you’ve ever needed to be rescued by a machine because you did something you didn’t like, keep reading to learn how to leave the grocery store without contacting the attendant. They will appreciate it. Are you making … Read more
Remember when you reached for your favorite ice cube from the cooler at the corner store, and your fingers got sticky? There were plenty of carbonated flavors to choose from, from traditional favorites like cola and cherry to bolder combinations like bubblegum and peanut butter (yes, really!). But some of those soda brands have disappeared … Read more
