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How to Fake a Clean Home in 15 Minutes
We've all been there: guests are scheduled to arrive in 15 minutes, but you got caught up, and the house is still a mess. Here are seven ways to fake that clean home, fast:
All hands on deck. If you're lucky enough to have family members or roommates around, ask them to pitch in. Divvy up rooms to declutter and tidy. If you don't have any helping hands, you'll just have to continue to the next steps, solo.
Focus on trafficked areas. Since time is short, make sure to focus on rooms your guests will frequent, like the living room, kitchen and bathroom. The entryway is also important, as it's the first thing your guests will see, so hang the jackets, straig...
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9 Tips to Help You Control Your Spending
Let's be honest: Spending money can sometimes be too easy for our own good. With a few purchases here, a few purchases there, bills and receipts add up quickly, and before we know it–poof!–it seems like our money has disappeared.
Only it wasn't a magic trick; it was likely a lack of self-control, financial awareness, or both. If you find this disappearing act happening often or simply want to start saving more money, try these nine tips from American Consumer Credit Counseling to help you reign in your spending:
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Pros and Cons of Smart Appliances
Smart appliances can make life easier and more convenient. Since the technology is relatively new, many manufacturers are still working out problems and resolving glitches. Before you purchase a smart appliance, it's important to understand what they have to offer and to be aware of potential pitfalls.
Popular Smart Appliances
A smart refrigerator can make grocery shopping easier. A camera allows you to peek inside the fridge even if you aren't home, and you can keep a running list of what you need. You can also control the temperature and humidity to keep your food fresh as long as possible.
Smart refrigerators are much more expensive than traditional ones, and they are more expensive to repair. There is also the risk of viruses. If you have link...
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Helping Your Kids Be Entrepreneurs
Being an entrepreneur has many benefits that are worthwhile skills to teach children. Being your own boss can give you control over your future, as well as provide self-confidence, accomplishment, resilience and independent thinking, among other things.
If your kids aren't already in business for themselves, here are some ways to encourage them to at least think about it:
Discuss What They Enjoy
You probably do this anyway as a parent, but talk to your children about what they're naturally good at and what they enjoy; it should help them figure out what type of business they may want to start.
If they're good at math, maybe they could work as math tutors to younger students. If they love dogs, then a dog-walking business might be a good way...
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7 Ways to Prevent Heart Disease and Stroke
Someone dies from heart disease, stroke or another cardiovascular disease every 43 seconds in the U.S., according to the American Heart Association (AHA). To help you live a longer, healthier life, the AHA notes seven things you can do to reduce your chances of a heart attack or stroke.
Know your risk.
Certain factors can increase your risk, including smoking, kidney disease, high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and a family history of early heart disease. Many risk factors can be prevented or managed by making lifestyle changes.