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RyanJLane/istockphoto These Are Some of the Nicest Neighbors Ever
There’s certainly no shortage of bad neighbors, which makes a great neighborhood filled with helpful, friendly neighbors an absolute gift. Good neighbors look out for each other and offer true peace of mind by coming through in a crisis. These…
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PeopleImages/istockphoto 12 Alternatives to Traditional Retirement Communities
Considering whether a retirement community is right for you demands a lot of thought about costs, safety, privacy, and more. But what if you long to settle in a spot that’s a little — or a lot — different for…
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travelview/istockphoto 25 College Scholarships That Are Easy to Apply For
College in the U.S. can be expensive, and applying for college scholarships is no easy task. The process often requires some combination of lengthy essays, documentation of academic achievement, and recommendations from key people. But not all scholarship applications are…
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kali9/istockphoto Most Prestigious Retirement Community in Every State
Picture the typical retirement community. The images that come to mind probably don’t involve 5-star dining, your own kayak by a private lake, chauffeured trips to the opera, or doing virtually anything your heart desires. But that’s what many of…
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Walmart 13 Ways Walmart’s Grocery Services Are Competing with Amazon
Amazon bought Whole Foods last year for $13.7 billion. One of the company’s first moves was to provide a heap of discounts to Prime members who shop there and offer curbside pickup for online grocery orders. Grocery delivery services weren’t…
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sturti/istockphoto 20 Cheap Anti-Aging Products That Reviewers Swear By
Plenty of products claim to minimize wrinkles, dry skin, dark spots, and other not-so-sweet side effects of aging. But many also come with eye-popping price tags that make an anti-aging skincare regimen seem out of reach. It doesn’t have to…
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monkeybusinessimages/istockphoto 10 Years After the Crash: What You Need to Know About Buying a Home Now
It’s been a decade since the Great Recession, triggered by the subprime mortgage crisis and lax lending standards. After the economic downturn during which many people lost their homes, the…
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Courtesy of wikimedia.org 11 of Jackie Kennedy’s Most Stunning Looks
Jackie Kennedy Onassis was an American style icon, and Americans everywhere will remember her graceful elegance, dedication to arts and culture, and keen eye for fashion. Whether it was her…
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Orbon Alija/istockphoto The Least and Most Wheelchair-Friendly Cities for Public Transportation
Public transportation can be difficult to navigate even when you’re perfectly able. If you aren’t, it can be yet another obstacle to overcome. In cities where the public transportation system…
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ChristopherBernard/istockphoto 10 Signs Your Kid Isn’t Getting Enough Sleep
The days are getting shorter, school is back in session, and your child is cranky, clingy, emotional, and sluggish. Sleep — or lack of it — could be an issue,…
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Steve Debenport/istockphoto 25 Changes Schools Are Making to Improve Student Health
School routines are returning after summer’s end, but schools are shaking things up to improve student health. From the lunchroom to the gym and from the classroom to the hallways,…
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Boyloso/istockphoto 19 Holiday Destinations to Visit Now
Traveling during the height of the winter holidays can be a pricey undertaking. It’s no secret that when demand is high, prices spike, making Christmas and New Year’s among the…
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HRAUN/istockphoto How to Protect Yourself From 10 Top Causes Of Death For Women
Death may be inevitable, but like taxes, sometimes it can be forestalled. Regular checkups and talking about any new symptoms with your doctor are of key importance in detecting any…
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PeopleImages/istockphoto 11 Ways and Accessories to Deal With Back Pain
Are you sitting up straight with your feet on the floor? If not, you might soon experience back pain, the world’s leading cause of disability. The condition affects more than…
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anouchka/istockphoto The Cheapest Times to Book Holiday Travel
While summer is barely in the rearview mirror, travel experts have already turned their attention to the upcoming Thanksgiving and Christmas travel frenzy. A handful of reports have recently been…
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ViDi Studio/istockphoto The Best Places to Have a Fall Wedding
Crisp, cool and bursting with color, it seems like fall was designed with weddings in mind. The right venue and incredible scenery can make a fall wedding magical. Consider planning your…
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kiankhoon/istockphoto Houston Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free
Frugal families need a special treat every once in a while. Take advantage of a night out at one of many restaurants in Houston where kids can eat free or…
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ksokolowska/shutterstock 25 Resources for Breast Cancer Support
A breast cancer diagnosis immediately changes the life of not just the patient but also the people in her life. Thankfully women with breast cancer and their loved ones have…
