Identity theft prevention tips for the holiday season

(ARA) - While you're trekking through the malls or cruising websites looking for great holiday bargains, it may be difficult to remember that not everyone around you is as caught up in the holiday spirit as you are. Some of your fellow shoppers may act... Continue reading →

‘Tis the season for home efficiency

(ARA) - As the cold weather and holidays approach, homeowners are preparing to spend more time indoors. Winter utility bills can get expensive, and in an economic climate as biting as the frost, consumers are watching every penny. From insulation, to a... Continue reading →

Ideas to make your home more energy efficient this winter

(ARA) - After winter has arrived, you know what's coming next - higher energy bills. To get through the cold, dark months of the year, you flip on the lights and turn up the heat, both of which can send energy usage skyrocketing. It's natural to want t... Continue reading →

Change clothes: Transitioning your wardrobe to fit the season

(ARA) - One of the easiest ways to simplify your morning routine is to have an organized closet. Unfortunately, clothes tend to languish at the bottom of piles, shoes get pushed into dark corners and finding what you want to wear becomes a hassle. Know... Continue reading →

Keeping hardwood floors looking beautiful is easier than you think

(ARA) - No matter what the setting, the good looks and durability of hardwood floors can be maintained with minimal effort. It’s simply a matter of proper care and maintenance.The American Hardwood Information Center, www.HardwoodInfo.com, in con... Continue reading →

Bring everyone together with a family game night

(ARA) - With family schedules full to the brim, it can often be challenging to find quality time to spend together. One way to create a night of fun without distractions is by planning a family game night. Parenting expert and Family Adventure Mom, Deb... Continue reading →

Managing cancer treatment side effects

(ARA) - Cancer patients often fear the treatment as much as the disease. Most traditional cancer therapies work by destroying cancer cells, but they can also damage some normal cells in the process, leading to such well-known side effects as hair loss,... Continue reading →

Tips for making spring cleaning easy for the entire family

(ARA) - As the snow begins to melt and flowers finally start blooming, spring is in the air. After being cooped up in the house for those long winter months, most families are undoubtedly ready for it. So when it comes to spring cleaning, it's unders... Continue reading →

Spare bedroom, hobby studio or man cave? Create a dream basement

(ARA) - It's no longer a dark, gloomy place to stash holiday supplies, store neglected exercise equipment or hide out-of-date furniture. Basements are becoming "dream spaces" for many baby boomers and their loved ones. Whether it's a private living su... Continue reading →