Gardening: America’s new favorite pastime

(ARA) - More than 41 million Americans planted vegetable gardens in 2009 - a number expected to increase as food costs climb, according to a recent Gardening Trends Research Report. When you factor in flowers, herbs and fruits, it's difficult to find a... Continue reading →

What to do when you receive a foreclosure notice

A foreclosure notice is the last thing any homeowner wants to receive. Many times the notice isn't much of a surprise. But there have been documented cases where the notice of foreclosure was in error - an incorrect address, a misfiling of payments or ... Continue reading →

The best rewards and rebates for small business owners

Smart small business owners know that customers who feel appreciated, valued and well-served are customers who stick around. If you're a small business owner, you probably feel you deserve the same consideration from the companies you do business with ... Continue reading →

Treatments can help those with diabetic nerve pain in hands and feet

(ARA) - In the United States alone 25.8 million children and adults have diabetes. About 25 percent of those with diabetes have pain and numbness from nerve damage which can be disruptive to living a normal life. The good news is new treatments and str... Continue reading →

Tips for tackling home improvement projects with ease

(ARA) - It's that time of year when homeowners look around their property and start mentally creating a list of to-do projects. Sometimes these projects are minor, like changing out accents in the bathroom. Other times the project can end up being a co... Continue reading →

Want to plan healthy eating habits for the warm summer months? Start at the grocery store

(ARA) - Starting nutritious eating habits can be a difficult challenge to take on. But as the weather changes so can your motivation to achieve that new look for summer. It's important to always have a variety of healthy options in your home to ensure... Continue reading →

Tech gifts for her under $100

(ARA) - Sure she smiles politely every time you give her flowers or a new bracelet, but instead of offering her the same old gifts this year, score big with a present that will really knock her socks off. Forget flowers, scented candles or even trendy ... Continue reading →

New federal auto regulation could have positive insurance implications

At first glance, the dozens of vehicles chosen as top safety picks this year by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) appear to have little in common other than doing a good job of protecting drivers and passengers. The list includes everyt... Continue reading →

Slim down secrets for pets

(ARA) - Humans aren't the only ones fighting the battle of the bulge. The number of overweight dogs and cats in America continues to rise. Nearly half (45 percent) of dogs and 58 percent of cats are overweight or obese (at least 20 percent above ideal ... Continue reading →