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Don't start a road trip without taking care of these 5 things

If you're planning to head out of town on a road trip this summer, you'll have to do more than just find someone to watch the house and bring in the mail. There are things you should do well in advance of your departure date to make sure your trip goes off without a hitch.

Back-to-basics home improvements can help lower taxes

While small things help, it's the big steps consumers take to improve their home's energy efficiency that truly make a difference. Here are a few things you can do to make your house more energy efficient this winter.

It's not over yet: Tips for getting through the rest of hurricane season

Hurricanes can cause millions of dollars in damage and threaten lives in coastal states. Even inland states can feel the effects of a hurricane's power when people in coastal states who lose their homes to storms turn to their neighbors for aid. Fortunately, you can take steps to prepare your home to weather the rest of hurricane season.

Feathering your nest: top ways to add warmth to your home in the fall

Just as animals use the fall to prepare for winter, now's the perfect time to transform your home into a cozy nest where your family and friends will love to gather. Ginny Bean, publisher of Ginny's catalog, suggests the following simple decorating touches to add seasonal warmth.

Keep dogs healthy and happy this summer

When the warm summer months roll around, our dogs are just as eager as we are to get outside and enjoy the season. Whether he tells you by nudging his leash or staring at the door knob, one way or another, your pup knows it's time for some fun in the sun.

On the road: do-it-yourself moving tips

Millions of Americans take on the task of moving every year, whether it's for a job opportunity, to be closer to family, or to simply try out living in a new place. Whatever the reason for your move, you can make the task more pleasant by planning ahead and taking advantage of resources designed to make moving easier.

Cash-saving secrets as shopping season reaches full swing

If there's a season to save, this is it. With the kids needing new clothes and supplies for school, and the holidays approaching, the coming months can be one of the costliest shopping times for families.

Easy crafts update your fall wardrobe and home fashions

As fall arrives, our world changes to a place decorated with vibrant colors and filled with the tastes and abundance of the harvest. And as the season changes, it's only natural that we crave some changes of our own. Whether you want to update your wardrobe with some new looks for the cooler weather, or warm up your home with some stylish new decor, it's good to know that you can make changes without breaking the bank.

Choosing summer footwear that looks and feels great

While you're skipping through summer in your saucy sandals or padding through the sand in your favorite flip-flops, what toll will your seasonal footwear take on your hardworking feet? The foot health experts at the American Podiatric Medical Association offer some advice for taking care of your feet this summer.

Want peace and joy in your home this Christmas? Start planning for it now

Legend has it that Santa Claus spends the whole year prepping for his big night. While you don't have to go to that extreme, you can still enjoy the benefits of planning for the holidays a few months in advance. Don't let waiting until the last minute interfere with your Christmas fun this year. Here are three areas where you can get a jump-start on the holiday.

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