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Report: Auto Insurance Higher for Non-Homeowners

Major auto insurance companies charge good drivers as much as 47 percent more for basic liability auto insurance if they don’t own their home, according to a new analysis of premiums by the nonprofit Consumer Federation of America (CFA).  Based on a sampling of insurance quotes across the country for a 30-year old safe driver, […]
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Steps to Take after Becoming Victim to a Burglary

Finding out that your home has been burglarized can be one of the most traumatic experiences in a person’s life. A burglary is a violation of your personal space and after you’ve become a victim, it may take some time to recover – both your personal items and from the emotional stress.  Here are some […]
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In Winter, Carbon Monoxide Detectors Are a Must

(TNS)—Carbon monoxide poisoning is more of a danger in winter months than it is in summer because cold weather tends to make us stay in a very tight indoor environment. The odorless, colorless — yet potentially deadly — gas results from the burning of wood, natural gas, oil, and kerosene. To keep carbon monoxide from […]
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Great Spaces: Gangster’s Paradise Auctioned Off

Want to live in a gangster’s paradise? The waterfront estate at 75 Bluff Road in Fort Lee, N.J., went to auction on December 8, 2015 with a starting bid of $5.5 million. The 1.3-acre property sits atop the Palisades cliffs with stunning views of Manhattan. The estate has quite a history, and was once home […]
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Top 25 Most Romantic Cities in America

As we begin to fete love and romance ahead of Valentine’s Day, OpenTable released its 2016 rankings of the 25 Most Romantic Cities in America. Food trends may come and go, but our data indicates that Americans continue to have an appetite for romantic dining.  In order to provide a ranking of cities where romantic dining is […]
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Quick Tips for Designing an Outdoor Dining Space

Whether your home is a house in the suburbs or a high rise in the city, taking advantage of the outdoors is a great way to expand your livable space. If you are working with a large backyard, your possibilities may be endless, but even the tiniest balcony can be transformed into a functional area. […]
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8 Tips for Safe Snow Shoveling

(TNS)–Here are eight helpful tips for safe snow shoveling courtesy of the Snow & Ice Management Association (SIMA). 1. Stay on top of snow We aren’t suggesting that you make snow angels but when there’s a heavy snow, the best advice is to stay ahead of the storm. SIMA recommends that to prevent snow and […]
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Smarter Living: How to Automate Your Home

The home of the future doesn’t just live in science fiction anymore. You can own it today. Better yet, it doesn’t require thousands of dollars or long construction times. Home automation is available and affordable thanks to wireless Internet and smartphones. If you want to make your home smarter and work for you, look at […]
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3 Tax Mistakes Salaried Workers Make

(TNS)—Every year, salaried employees miss out on opportunities to improve their tax situation. As a result, they lose thousands of dollars in federal and state tax overpayments. Salaried workers are employees who often work in supervisory, managerial or professional positions. They work on an annual basis, and they are not paid an hourly rate. They […]