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Adding landscaping to your home is a great way to increase value and also create a habitat for wild animals. But be aware that not all outdoor plants are the same. Fast-growing bushes and trees like the popular Bradford ...Read More

Do you know what a “snag” is? A snag is a dead tree left to decompose standing upright, and snag trees are vital to keeping the delicate ecosystem thriving in your backyard. According to the National Wildlife ...Read More

Did you know the shelf life of dried spices is about two years? It can be hard to remember when you bought herbs and spices, so be sure to mark the month and year on the jar when you bring home new containers. When it’s ...Read More

If you’ve purchased a new washing machine, listen up: Don’t use DIY laundry detergent for your machine. While handmade detergents are a good all-natural alternative, they have a tendency to clog modern-day washing ...Read More

Here’s one tip to save money and help save your eyes, too: Reduce the brightness on your computer, phone and TV screens. Our digital screens are often set to the highest levels of brightness; the brighter the screen, the...Read More

You might be surprised to know that more than $5 billion dollars loaded onto prepaid credit card gift cards never gets used. If you have a stash of gift cards with a small balance on them -- even just a penny -- you can ...Read More