Northern Poconos Real Estate News
If you’re still enjoying the lazy days of summer, there are some projects you can be doing to prep your home for fall. Knocking out some small projects now will not only lessen the workload down the road but will also help you avoid the stress and expense of emergency situations in the thick of cooler weather.
1. Have your furnace inspected.
While the thought of heating your house in August probably isn’t at the top of your list, August is a great month to have an HVAC pro come in (before th...
Canning summer’s harvest might seem like an antiquated, complicated activity that only your great-grandmother could master.
But canning and freezing fruits and vegetables is actually fairly easy, and a cost-effective, healthy way to enjoy the best of summer’s produce in the worst of winter’s weather.
Best of all? You don’t have to grow a bumper crop to preserve food.
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An emergency fund should cover disasters such as a job loss, sudden illness, broken car or other catastrophe that can leave you without money or the means to work for a while. Knowing how much money to save depends on a few factors. Here are some to consider:
InsuranceLife, health, auto and supplemental insurance should cover some of life’s unexpected downfalls. That’s what they’re there for and should be used when needed. But many will include a deductible or copayment to be made, so having at...
Some kitchen tools and gadgets are splurges—an ice cream maker is probably rarely used by most—and others are essentials that you’ll likely use daily.
If you’re just starting out in the kitchen and don’t own much more than a pot and a spoon, here are some essential items that are worth the money and will get you ready for cooking.
Chef’s KnifeA full set of knives is great, but the one you’ll use most often is a chef’s knife—a big blade that can do many cutting tasks. A good knife will make cook...
Asphalt is a popular choice for paving driveways. It’s an environmentally-friendly material that can be recycled and is unlikely to cause damage to vehicles. Asphalt also lasts for decades and can enhance your home’s curb appeal, but eventually, it may show signs of wear or damage. If you notice any of these problems, they should not be ignored.
Visible Signs of DamageIf your driveway is cracked in one or more places, you should have a professional inspect it. Even if the cracks don’t seem like...
Building good credit takes time, and it can be a few years before college students or graduates have a good enough credit score to get a credit card or loans at low interest rates.
A student credit card can help as a college student’s first credit card, though it does come with some conditions.
First, a student will have to do more than attend college. They’ll need some type of income, and without any credit history, a card may be difficult to be approved for.
One way to get around this is to g...
