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- Financing Advice: What It Takes to Buy a House - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyThe word “home” is synonymous with heart. It’s where your family lives. It’s where you create memories. It’s where you stay safe against the storms of life. Understandably then, you want to have the best chance of getting a home that you love. Finding the right home is a process. If you approach ...
Views: 699 - Clumsy Children: 5 Tips For Keeping Your Kids Accident Free - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyChildren are bound to get a bump, bruise or break over the course of their little lives. You may end up finding yourself at the hospital with your kids very regularly. Luckily, a clumsy kid can be kept from the emergency room with precautions taken by them and their caretakers. Burns and ...
Views: 990 - First-Time Buyer? How to Find the Right Home Insurance Policy for You - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyBuying your first home is an important step towards independence. It's a way to start your own family and begin traditions of your own. Your home is likely the largest investment that you'll make, so it's important that it's protected with a home insurance policy. There are some tips to follow ...
Views: 812 - Moving Away? How to Financially Prepare for a Big Move - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyMany people will admit that moving can be a very stressful and inconvenient process. Yes, there's usually a level of excitement when it's time to settle and enjoy your new place. However, the transition period can be challenging. However, things can go smoothly when you become intentional about ...
Views: 1505 - Job Security: How to Become One of Your Company's Most Valued Employees - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyIn today's world, many people have become passionate about their jobs and want to ensure that they become valuable team members with job security. If this is the case for you, now is the time to start thinking about which steps you can implement to become one of your company's most valued ...
Views: 724 - Dizzy & Nauseated: Top Reasons Why You Might Not Be Feeling Too Well - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyOne of the worst feelings is when you are dizzy or nauseated and you don't even know why. It might be because you are hungry and your blood sugar has dropped. There are other conditions that will cause you to feel dizzy that could mean a visit to the doctor is in order. As soon as you notice ...
Views: 884 - What Are the Most Important Decisions You'll Make in the First 5 Years of Marriage? - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyThe first few years of a new marriage are some of the most important, as they are usually the time when young couples make critical life choices together. The decisions made during the first few years of marriage will often change the entire course of your life and your spouse's, and making them ...
Views: 756 - What Are the Most Important Decisions You'll Make in the First 5 Years of Marriage? - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyThe first few years of a new marriage are some of the most important, as they are usually the time when young couples make critical life choices together. The decisions made during the first few years of marriage will often change the entire course of your life and your spouse's, and making them ...
Views: 749 - Diagnosed with Sleep Apnea? 4 Crucial Things You Need to Know - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlySleep apnea is simply pauses in breathing while you sleep. Typical symptoms include snoring and pronounced daytime sleepiness. However, the degree of symptoms can vary depending on the severity of the sleep apnea. The National Institutes for Health indicates that morning headaches and memory ...
Views: 886(1 vote) - How to Market Your Business from Inside Out Instead of Vice Versa - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyMarketing is an important, inalienable aspect of the business-building process. Yet, at some point, many business owners will run out of advertising ideas. When this happens, you may want to consider the value of marketing your business from the inside out instead of vice versa. Here are four ...
Views: 528 - Simple Upgrades: 4 Tips For Modernizing Your Home On A Budget - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyYour home is starting to look very dated, and you want a new, fresh modern look inside those walls. You probably cannot afford to replace everything at once, but making the following changes will have you well on your way to a much more contemporary residence. The best elements to add to your ...
Views: 955 - The New Hygiene Argument: Is Flossing Actually Necessary - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyLearning to brush your teeth as a young child always came with the admonition to also floss if you wanted to avoid cavities and gum disease. However, there has been some mixed interpretation of overall weak scientific data about the benefits of flossing. If a claim is made of a health benefit ...
Views: 858 - How to Land Your First Healthcare Gig After You Complete Your Degree - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyIt probably goes without saying, but students should start thinking about their first healthcare gig well before they graduate. Even though the field of medicine continues to grow at an astonishing rate, there is still quite a bit of competition for the top positions. Here are a few steps you ...
Views: 698 - Fit Golden Years: Top 5 Exercises for Seniors - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyThe golden years are the lovely times after retirement. All your bills are paid off and you no longer need to sit in early morning traffic to sit at desk from nine to five. These are the years when you get to enjoy your own schedule and life to its fullest. Don't look at the golden years and ...
Views: 1109 - 5 Tips For Finding The Best Tech For Your Business - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyFinding new technology or upgrading technology can have a critical impacts on your company. There are certain steps to take to when acquiring new tech though. Also, there are questions you must answer to help evaluate what you will need or need to improve on. Here are some steps to contemplate ...
Views: 673 - Paleo Creations: 4 of the Best Diet Foods You Have to Try - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyThe paleo diet has caught on like wildfire and is quickly becoming the talk amongst health enthusiasts. Some people who stay away from dieting, though, may be skeptical about it. However, they would probably fall in love with these four recipes and not even realize that they were ...
Views: 861 - Patches & Glasses: How to Make Eye Care Fun for Your Child - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyLet’s face it, when you’re young wearing patches or glasses isn’t fun. They can limit you from playing certain sports and there is absolutely no way to hide them from other people seeing them since they are right there on your face. Because of this, some kids are self-conscious about wearing ...
Views: 996 - Ready to Retire? Top 5 Places to Consider Settling Down - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyRetirement can be one of the most exciting and fulfilling periods in your life. To ensure that it is, you need to live in a region that is conducive to your physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Below, you will find five great places that can empower you to attain the type of amazing ...
Views: 1261 - Maximize Service: Best Tools to Help Business Managers Promote Efficiency - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyEvery world-class manager must continuously look for ways they can improve efficiency in the workplace. Not only do they need to maximize their own time, but they also need to be sure that their employees are firing on all cylinders as soon as they start work. Here are some tips and tools you ...
Views: 685 - Can't Pay Up? 4 Things College Students Can Do to Get Cash - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyThe life of a student can get hectic since most students are juggling a few things at once like their classes, extracurricular activities, work, friends, and maybe a little fun. Of course, you still need to pay for necessities like rent or a car note. It is not uncommon for college students to ...
Views: 1382 - 5 Steps All Businesses Need to Take for Employee & Product Security - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyA company is not going to make money if it is giving away its goods and services. It will also have a hard time providing those goods or services without the help of qualified employees. Therefore, business owners need to make sure that their people and products are properly protected. What are ...
Views: 720 - Crowded Company? What Your Business Can Do to Maximize Space - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlySpace is an issue for many businesses. No matter the type of services or goods sold, there are always high risks of running out of space in the office. Whether it is a boom that has caused you to enlarge your workforce or a poorly planned layout, there are creative ways to squeeze more out of ...
Views: 1093 - On The Go: 4 Ways To Keep Your Phone Charged While On Vacation - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyFor vacationers and frequent travelers, keeping electronics charged while away from home can be a challenge. You never want to be without your cell phone, especially when you are in a new and different place. Plus, you don’t need that added worry while you are on vacation. Well, worry no more! ...
Views: 1480 - Retired but Active: How to Stay Involved in Your Community - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyRetiring puts you at the threshold of new opportunities. Without the obligation of a regular work schedule, you’ll have time to pursue new interests and reacquaint yourself with hobbies that you’ve abandoned due to a lack of time. There are many ways to stay actively involved in your community ...
Views: 1082 - Medical Career Resumes & How to Get Your First Job Out of School - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyEveryone needs a little help sometimes. This could be the reason why medical careers are some of the most stable careers out there. For example, nursing careers are gaining more momentum than some people may have expected, but demand does not guarantee placement. You still need to know how to ...
Views: 1419 - Efficiency Expert: 4 Tools That Can Help Businesses Save Energy - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyIt is estimated that 40 percent of the energy in the United States is consumed by residential and commercial buildings. To put things into perspective, it is estimated that the average office building can use up to 1.4 billion Btu's per year. This is the reason why trying to save energy should ...
Views: 647 - How to Know if Going into Debt is Necessary - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyIt can be stressful to owe another person or entity money. However, there may be times when going into debt is the only way to pay the bills or make a major purchase. Let's take a look at when it may be worthwhile to go into debt in an effort to help your financial situation in the long ...
Views: 733 - 5 Unique Products You Didn't Know Can Help Save The Environment - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlySaving the world seems like a tall order for only one person. One conjures images of living in a yurt, off the grid and away from civilization, foraging for sustainably-sourced berries. But there are surprisingly easy (and shockingly unique) products for every aspect of your life that can do a ...
Views: 973 - Fashion Momma 101: 4 Tips to Help Style Your Child's Outfits - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyThere is nothing wrong with wanting your child to be stylish. In fact, Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes' child, Suri, was crowned the most stylish child in Hollywood. You can do the same for your child. The following are four easy tips to help style your kid's outfit. Accessories Matter It is ...
Views: 776 - Small Business Owner? 4 Ways To Manage Your Network Without The Stress - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyIn business, it is extremely necessary to keep things in order to avoid confusion. When a company is in disarray, simple tasks become difficult and everyone's self-esteem starts to decline. If your business is not flowing efficiently, there may be a problem with your business and information ...
Views: 574 - Addressing Genetic Abnormalities: How to Keep Your Child Healthy Despite Their Genes - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyIt is estimated that 11.1 percent of children visit the doctor due to a genetic issue. Genetic abnormalities come in many shapes and forms, and parents have to tackle these issues in different ways. The following will enlighten you about certain genetic issues and how to deal with them. ...
Views: 1202 - Mini-Vacay: How to Fit a Vacation in One Day - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyYou've got a predicament: your vacation time is limited, but you need a get-away. What can you do? You might feel your options are nil, but in reality, one-day vacations can be just as relaxing as a week-long getaway. Use the weekend for some much-needed leisure time, or take a day off during a ...
Views: 762 - Child Injury: How To Take Care Of Your Kid After The Injury - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyMost kids are prone to suffering from an injury at some point in their life as they grow and develop. For parents, it can be difficult to know what to do when caring for the child as they heal. To learn how you can prepare for the worst and care for their injury, there are a few important steps ...
Views: 2219 - Is Plastic Surgery Right for Your Child? - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyMany people do not realize that plastic surgery is a very common option for children who have been born with certain medical conditions or suffered serious injuries. These procedures not only restore key bodily functions, but they also allow children to grow up feeling comfortable in their own ...
Views: 472 - How to Best Help a Family Member with Parkinson's - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyParkinson's is a progressive disease that damages one's brain and nervous system. As this condition progresses, many patients are going to require quite of bit of help from family, friends, and professional caregivers. Here are some steps you can start taking today so that you can meet these ...
Views: 840 - Bad Credit: What That Means for You & How to Get the Money You Need - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyBusinesses use your credit score to determine whether or not they want to loan you money and what rates you’ll pay on the money you’re loaned. While each company has its own set of standards that define “good” and “bad” credit, a general rule of thumb is that a score over 800 is excellent credit ...
Views: 823 - 4 Tips for Securing Your First Job in the Healthcare Industry - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyHealthcare is one of the strongest and fastest growing industries in the country right now. Despite this, getting your first job is always a challenge. You may have to go to school for a degree or certification. In some cases you can land a healthcare job with only a high school diploma. Either ...
Views: 1018 - What You Didn't Know You Didn't Know About Inventory Management - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyManaging inventory is extremely difficult for large companies with complex and tested systems, much less a smaller company that is just getting started. You might set up a program to keep track of the hundreds of pallets that go in and out of your business every day, but you are often not the ...
Views: 816 - The Secret to Staying out of Debt for Small Businesses - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyWhen you have a small business, you should do everything you can to avoid the trap of falling into debt. It’s tempting to take out loans in order to fund growth, but this is a practice that can easily lead to problems. Let’s look at some of the reasons you should stay out of debt and some ...
Views: 1706 - What to Do When You Find out Your Child Has Cavities - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyWhen parents take their children to the dentist and discover they have cavities, it quite often sends them into despair. If this has happened to you, you might feel like an awful parent. You need to thrust that feeling aside as quickly as possible. The important thing to do when you find out ...
Views: 892 - Celebrity Tips: Best Health Advice From the Stars - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyHealthy bodies and minds are important components of a happy life. Many celebrities are outspoken advocates of a healthy lifestyle and find ways to incorporate health into their busy schedules. Here are a few health tips from some of our favorite health-conscious celebs. Reba McIntire & ...
Views: 1257 - New Parents: Is Your Home Ready For A New Baby? - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyBecoming a parent can be both a very exciting and scary time. The reason it can be scary is that a new parent is now completely responsible for the health and well-being of a very fragile child. That’s a huge responsibility. Part of that responsibility includes ensuring that your home is a safe ...
Views: 874(1 vote) - Tooth Technician: 6 Secrets To Flourishing In The Dental Field - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyYou probably enjoy your job as a tooth tech very much. It’s an exciting and meaningful job because people count on you to create the dental appliances that will improve their smiles or their conditions. They also count on you to help them feel safe and comfortable in your office as well as care ...
Views: 603 - How to Save the Earth from Your Toilet-Flushing Habits - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyGrowing up, many of our parents kept lecturing us to turn off the water when we weren’t using it. We thought that their concern was all about the money that was being wasted by keeping the water running and maybe it was. However, what we didn’t realize back then was that it was the earth’s water ...
Views: 844 - How Not To Tell Your Children That You're Getting A Divorce - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyDivorce is hard on everyone, particularly on kids. Many parents struggle with their marriages for years before deciding that divorce is the best option for everyone. When this decision is made, it then falls to the parents to let their kids know what be happening. Unfortunately, well-meaning ...
Views: 1661(1 vote) - Is Your Child Suffering From Asthma? 4 Alternative Ways to Help - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyAsthma has a huge impact on a child's life because it makes being involved in everyday activities that require physical exertion so difficult. Although there are a wide variety of medications that can help to reduce the symptoms of the illness, many of them have side effects that are dangerous ...
Views: 965 - 5 Must-Haves For The Perfect Girls' Night - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyWhen life gets hectic, there's nothing better than hanging out with your best gal pals. Going out on the town can be fun, but sometimes going to a loud venue and dealing with logistics like finding a designated driver can just add more stress to the mix. Instead, opt for a relaxing night in with ...
Views: 1835 - 4 Ways Medical Advances are Changing Healthcare - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyConsumer demand is the mother of invention, and the healthcare system has reinvented itself astonishingly in recent years. The challenges have ranged from cumbersome, paper medical records to outdated, lengthy treatment plans. With the introduction of medical software, systems can make access ...
Views: 670 - 5 Ways Technology Has Changed How We Construct Buildings - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyBuildings are changing. The ongoing computer revolution has made deep impacts on the construction sector for decades. These changes, more subtle at first, are reaching a phase of dramatic new growth. New construction technologies emerge almost daily, and some of the biggest changes yet are now ...
Views: 774 - Air Quality: 4 Ways To Breathe Easier In Your Home - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyAir quality is one of the most important things you can address to make your home more comfortable and inviting. It's something that too many people overlook. We tend to focus more on comforts we can look at, but lasting comfort doesn't change with the seasons. Here are four things to consider ...
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