Lifestyle Trends - How To

Can I get auto insurance just for a few months?

With the economy in the state it's in, people are doing all they can to trim their budgets. You've probably already started clipping coupons, eliminated the daily trip to the coffee shop and started bringing lunch from home to save even more money.

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The work starts when the job search begins

A record number of people are looking for work these days. If you're not one of them, chances are you know someone who is. These frustrating economic conditions make it easy to get discouraged. For anyone feeling stalled in their job search, a few simple steps could put the wind back in their sails.

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Secrets every bride can use to make her wedding unique

Every bride-to-be dreams of putting her unique stamp on her wedding day. Blending her chosen wedding colors into many of the occasion's elements is just the first step toward a creative and beautiful event. Brides in gorgeous gowns, bridesmaids and groomsmen decked out in the wedding party's colors and striking flowers are the perfect accompaniment to the colorful landscape of the summer and fall wedding seasons.

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Ten tips on how to be a good neighbor - and avoid lawsuits

Treating your neighbor as you would like to be treated is wisdom that is thousands of years old. And it may be more important than ever in today's litigious society where a growing number of Americans - nearly 80 percent - live side-by-side in urban and suburban areas, in many cases separated only by a wall.

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Five essential tasks to prepare your home for fall

Preparing your home for the fall season is a necessary task that can be both financially and personally rewarding. It is fairly common for homeowners to go right into the winter season without inspecting their home and preparing for it, which can sometimes lead to unexpected expenses and a race against the weather. Be sure to complete the following tasks this autumn, before the weather turns inclement, to keep you and your family comfortable all winter long.

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Choosing the best water heater for your lifestyle

When ranking household appliances that consume the most energy, no one is surprised to see heating and air conditioning units at the top of the list. On the other hand, many people are surprised to learn that their water heater ranks at No. 2.

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Saving energy in your home may be easier than you think

Whether you are looking to conserve energy or save money, reviewing the EnergyGuide label on appliances and looking for the ENERGY STAR label on appliances, electronics and other energy-using products is a great way to identify the most energy-efficient products on the market.

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How to prevent car theft and protect yourself from car thieves

Do you lock your car doors every time you park and run into the mall? How about when you dash into the convenience store to pick up a gallon of milk, or at the end of the day when you park your vehicle in the driveway for the night? If you are a young and new driver, you may want to rethink your ways to protect yourself from car thieves.

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Why it's so important to keep your car clean

How often do you clean your car? A lot of people run their vehicle through the car wash every month or two, more often in the winter. But how often do you vacuum the inside of your car?

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Bring the beach back with you - creating cottage style in your home

Nothing's harder to face than packing up your belongings after a week at a cozy beach house and heading back home to the real world. Sure, it's hard to leave paradise behind, but who says you have to? Why not just transform your own living space to a beach-inspired haven that lets you get away from it all, even if you aren't on vacation? It's easy and inexpensive to do.

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