Eight Ways To Get Your Emails Opened

You just poured everything you’ve got into your proposal, venture capital pitch, resume or new product launch. You’ve attached it to an email addressed to the right person. Before you hit the “send” button, consider this sobering thought: You face some stiff...

10 Easy Ways to Save for a Down Payment

The down payment is often the toughest hurdle to clear when buying a home. Whether you’re opting for a Federal Housing Administration mortgage loan with just 3.5 percent down, or shooting for a conventional loan with 20 percent down, saving for a down payment on your...

5 Steps to Take Before Becoming a Homeowner

Buying a home is a big commitment, with tons of important decisions to make along the way. The information below can help you understand the key steps toward home ownership and avoid some of the most common mistakes made during the process. 1. Set a budget. Before you...

Work Smarter Not Harder With These 4 Simple Lifestyle Changes

Attempts to increase productivity – multi-tasking, working longer hours, and remaining constantly tied to technology – often backfire. The harder we work to get more done, the more likely we’ll feel frustrated by our lack of attention span and reduced performance. The...

Home Remedies for Common Ailments

Many home remedies for minor canine ailments can be found in your pantry or garden and offer an effective, natural way to address minor ills in a timely fashion. Treating a problem when it starts can be much easier than waiting for it to become a major problem and...