Month: May 2012

In summer, your feet may be exposed to risks that don’t occur in winter. Here’s some expert advice on how to keep feet health this summer.

Tommy and Susie aren’t the only ones who love Grandmom and Grandpop. Identity thieves love seniors too. Fortunately, taking precautions – including monitoring one’s identity and credit – can help seniors reduce their risk of identity theft.

Warmer, longer days, flowers blooming, birds chirping and the onset of the garden season are all glorious signs that cold weather is behind us. And, while taking in the sights, sounds and smells of Mother Nature at work is refreshing, the good does bring a few, less-than-ideal issues – a major one being stink bugs. Unfortunately, this year may see the largest population of stink bugs across the U.S. to date thanks to the very mild winter weather pattern most of the country experienced.

The almost infinite number of small clubs and organizations that exists tells you a little something about how people like to spend their free time. After all, when you’re passionate about something, you get involved, pitch in and lend a hand. And for each club that exists, there’s a group of members that is willing to devote time, money and energy to the group’s cause.

Does spending time on your deck “do it for you” – or does your deck simply “do the job?” Now that warm weather has arrived, you’ll be outside more; your outdoor space should be an area that you truly enjoy and are proud to show off to company. You may not need a complete deck remodel to achieve that level of perfection. With some smart deck upgrades you can create an upscale look for less.

Cutting back on vacations and entertainment is a wise move to help ride out a recovering economy, but don’t be tempted to forego car and homeowners insurance to make ends meet. Here are tips on which insurance protections you can’t do without.