Save Money on Tax Prep and Get Your Refund Faster

Regardless of whether you are entitled to a refund or owe money, you can easily save some cash this tax season by using tax preparation software. And thanks to electronic filing offered by the IRS, receiving your refund faster has never been easier.

Homeowners: Resolve to Have a Pest-free Year
Losing weight, eating better and saving money will be at the top of everyone's to-do list this year, but one of the most overlooked resolutions is to keep a clean pest-free home.

A 'New' New Year’s Resolution: Help Your Child Learn to Read
On Jan. 1, thousands of people will challenge themselves to quit smoking, exercise more, eat better or take more pictures. All worthy goals. But there are other worthy goals that get left off the New Year's resolution list. Children who grow up reading with their parents attend school more regularly and are more likely to complete their educations. Why not add “helping your child to read” to your list of resolutions for 2009?

Top 10 Home Decor Trends for 2009
More and more Americans today are looking at their homes as a place of refuge in a stressful world of challenges and economic instability. Now, more than ever, their homes need to be restful and soothing, yet stylish at the same time. Designers have noted that direction as well and have come out with their top 10 home decor trends for 2009.

Young Adults Are Not 'Feeding the Pig'
At a time when many Americans are reining in their spending, the savings mantra for too many young adults seems to be “when pigs fly.” But financial planning should be a top priority for 25- to 34-year-olds, particularly in an uncertain economy.

Remodeling Hints for a Tough Real Estate Market

If you're selling your home, remodeling remains one of the best ways to set your home ahead of the competition. Keep these hints in mind when competing in a tough real estate market.

How to Prepare for Power Outages

During the winter months freezing temperatures, ice, snow and high winds can knock out power to your home. Not only is a power outage inconvenient, it can threaten your safety. Your power can go out without notice, so make sure you’re prepared the next time you’re left in the dark.

Carbohydrates & Fat Loss: Clearing Up The Confusion
- Part 1 - Part 2
By Sean Nalewanyj, Fat Loss Expert & Best-Selling Fitness Author
No other nutrient out there is surrounded by more confusion, hype and contradiction than the all-too-famous carbohydrate.

Preparing Your Home for the Digital TV Transition
Many of us have been hearing about the February 2009 digital TV transition for a long time now. With the date fast approaching, what does it mean for you and what are your plans for the TVs in your home?