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10 Tips To Manage Your Household Budget
Taking care of a family is hard enough, but managing the finances can seem next to impossible. Not only do you want to give them everything you can, but you also want to do it all without breaking the bank. Here are 10 ways to create and manage a budget that you can stick to…
How to Convince Teens to Stay in School
According to the National Center for Education Statistics, the number of teenagers who drop out of high school is around 8 percent. That means that for every 1,000 out-of-work individuals, 80 are facing an already difficult-to-crack job market without even the most basic education. Parents and teachers can unite to convince these kids, one by one, that staying in school is the best choice for their future success and happiness.
Get Organized for 2011
Being a mom is hard enough, but when you’re disorganized, it can seem like the hardest thing in the world. Getting organized will make your life a whole lot easier. Here are some tips and tricks to start the new year off right — organized and happy — so that you can focus on what’s really important, like your family. Take Action Immediately The real key to keeping paper clutter at bay is to handle it immediately. Putting it aside will only make the pile grow larger and discourage you from taking action later on.
Can you help me with tips on how to set up an emergency kit for my house?
Here are the basics for your household Emergency Kit but dont forget to create one for your vehicle as well! Use a plastic container large enough to hold all or most of these items and place it in an easily accessible location in or around your home.
How to Make My Home Green
A green home uses fewer resources and reduces greenhouse gases, while protecting the environment. Turning your home green not only benefits the environment through conservation and reduced pollution. Many eco-friendly changes also save money. You might have some hesitations or concerns about the cost and effort of making your home green. Fortunately, you can improve your homes eco-friendliness with little effort, time or money.