Archives for May 2013

Looking to save money this summer on your electricity bill this summer? Here's a great tip!Climate control A typical household uses the bulk of its energy for heating and cooling -- up to 44% of the utility bill, according to the DOE's Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Network (EREN). A Programmable thermostat can reduce energy wasted heating or cooling a house when no one is home or Continue Reading

1 package (10 oz.) frozen  chopped spinach, thawed   1 cup mayonnaise 1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese 1 onion peeled and minced 1 clove garlic, pressed or minced 1 cup plus 2 tbsp. shredded parmesan cheese 1/8 tsp. pepper 1/2 tsp. paprika 2 baguettes (8 oz.), thinly sliced   Squeeze spinach to remove liquid. With a mixer, beat spinach, mayonnaise, Continue Reading

Homeownership is a tremendous source of pride, and wherever you choose to hang your hat is an extension of your lifestyle and your personality. Swiss architect Le Corbusier once said,  “The home should be the treasure chest of living.”     Before you begin looking for a new home, you’ll probably want to narrow your search down to a condo or a single-family home. Continue Reading

Swing sets can provide countless hours of entertainment and exercise for a young child, but as a parent, safety is your foremost concern. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), around 51,000 children are injured each year on home playgrounds. No, you don’t need to lock your kids indoors until they turn 18, but the following precautions may help reduce their risk of injury. Continue Reading

Millions of Americans took a hit on their credit score over the past few years, so if you’re among them, you’re not alone! While the best way to improve your score is to consistently pay your bills on time, the following tips can help hasten the process.    Negotiate for Removal: According to John Ulzheimer, president of Consumer Education for SmartCredit.com, many debt Continue Reading

A mother is a person who seeing there are only four pieces of pie for five people, promptly announces she never did care for pie. Continue Reading

Exclusive model home tours from seven of the Valley’s finest builders.   Home prices and selections will never be better – starting from the low $200s.   Make plans to join us for this special, daylong celebration. Enjoy food trucks, magic shows, snow playground and live music – including one of Arizona's favorite bands, Rock Lobster. Come and experience Continue Reading

The birds are chirping, the flowers are blooming, and spring is in the air. Sounds great, right? Unfortunately, for the 35 million Americans who suffer from springtime allergies, that means sniffling noses, scratchy throats, and itchy eyes. Tree pollen, one of the usual suspects, can be particularly troublesome this time of year. Weather.com lists the daily pollen count for tree, grass, and Continue Reading

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Divide, Conquer, and Share: Growing perennials instead of annual flowers reduces your seasonal expense of buying new seeds and plants. To expand your perennial garden divide overgrown plants, such as daylilies, iris, and hosta, and make new flower beds. Trade extra perennials with friends or organize a plant swap in your neighborhood one Saturday morning.    Frequent Yard Sales: Continue Reading