This blog post provides an overview of some concepts discussed at length in my new book, "Set for Life." The book walks … [Read More...]
Home & Garden
Buying, Selling and Renting a Home
How to buy a house with 5% (or less) down payment
One hurdle many would-be home buyers face – or think they face — is the need to come up with a big chunk of cash to make … [Read More...]
12 fixes that will get you a higher price for your house
If you’re looking to sell your home quickly and for top dollar, there are some lesser-known words that match the … [Read More...]
14 home improvements that save on your heating bill
Winter is definitely here, and for many that means high utility bills to heat their homes. While you can’t do … [Read More...]
How to buy a home in a sellers’ market
If you’ve decided to buy a home this year, good luck to you. Your challenge will be not just finding a home you like, … [Read More...]
How to make money renting out a room
The sharing economy has introduced all kinds of services that make being a landlord easier. Thanks in large part to … [Read More...]
Home Improvement
How to pay for major home improvements
Do you want to improve your home? We all do. Your list may include renovating the kitchen, addding a deck, changing outdated light fixtures, building an addition, update the heating and cooling … [Read More...]
17 tips to save water, reduce bill in summer
Much of the nation still is suffering from drought. (The areas that aren’t flooding, that is.) Water … [Read More...]
How to build and grow your own salad table
Do you love vegetables and salad, but can't plant a regular garden? A salad table is a portable, … [Read More...]
D-I-Y home office organization
My home office often looks more like a kindergarten classroom with paper, pens, markers and more … [Read More...]
Save water and money by fixing leaks around the house
Earth may be known as the "water planet" but even though about 70 percent of its surface is covered … [Read More...]
Mortgage Tips
How to pay for major home improvements
How to buy a house with 5% (or less) down payment
How to get the best deal on a mortgage
How to get the best refinancing deal
How to pay off your mortgage early
When it pays to refinance your mortgage
Considering a reverse mortgage? Ask these questions
How to buy and sell a house at the same time
Do It Yourself
Keep the kids cool with DIY ice pops
It may be mid-summer, but for many, the hottest days of summer are just beginning. You want the kids to get outdoors and … [Read More...]
How to build and grow your own salad table
Do you love vegetables and salad, but can't plant a regular garden? A salad table is a portable, waist-high table just … [Read More...]
D-I-Y home office organization
My home office often looks more like a kindergarten classroom with paper, pens, markers and more strewn around. I have … [Read More...]
How to make your own laundry detergent
When our family started living frugally, we looked at all aspects of our daily life to find ways we could cut back. One … [Read More...]
Make dryer balls, a cheapskate’s fabric softener
Here's a project that will help you save on electricity from your dryer and eliminate the need for fabric softener. Wool … [Read More...]
Gardening
How to build and grow your own salad table
Do you love vegetables and salad, but can't plant a regular garden? A salad table is a portable, waist-high table just … [Read More...]
Grow your own live Easter basket
Delight family and friends with a "live" Easter basket this year. Eye-catching plant baskets containing tasty, … [Read More...]
How to build a rain garden
A rain garden is a shallow planting area designed to capture and filter rainwater runoff before it reaches the sewer … [Read More...]
Grow lettuce and save money on salad
Don’t let the rising cost of lettuce keep you from eating salad. Grow your own lettuce and save money. Lettuce is easy … [Read More...]
Make the most of your garden’s harvest
In mid-summer it' exciting to see that first bright red, ripe tomato dangling off of its vine or pick and eat the first … [Read More...]
