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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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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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Are you planning a nursery for a babe-on-the-way? Whether you're waiting to learn the baby's gender, or are hoping to choose a more neutral color than the typical blue and pink, consider the following options:

Gray. This is an extremely versatile color; the shade options are endless and it matches with just about everything. Additionally, gray is a soft, peaceful color, so you'll be bringing tranquility into your baby's life from day one.

Seafoam green. Gentle and mild, this neutral color is both fun and soothing.

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Children are often victims of identity theft for two reasons: They have a clean identity that probably hasn't been used much and can be exploited in many ways, and there's often a large gap between the theft and when it's discovered.

Fraudsters will usually wait years before applying for a mortgage or credit card with a child's personal information, used to create a shadow identity. They'll build credit with a cell phone service account, for example, and build to financing a car. Stealing a child's name, Social Security number (SSN) and date of birth can be enough to get thieves started.

Parents need to be the first line of defense against child identity theft. It's a crime they may not realize has been happening for years. Most victims are 12 when their identity is stolen, but discovery doesn't happen until they are 17, according to a survey by ExperianÂ...

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