Managing post-holiday debt
December 30, 2011
(NC)—Holiday parties are over, gifts are unwrapped and the Christmas tree is at the curb. Now it's time to tackle a daunting pile of bills. Follow these three steps to avoid a debt spiral in 2012. 1. Get financial advice A financial advisor can help you pull together a plan to budget and pay off your debt in ... Read More
Start the New Year clutter-free
December 29, 2011
(NC)—Are your closets taking on a life of their own? Do you keep forgetting where you left your house keys? Has the pile of bills and mail on your kitchen table gotten to the point where it's spilling over? If you are nodding your head right now, then clutter and chaos has crept into your ... Read More
The `dos and don’ts` of home renovation
December 28, 2011
(NC)—When you're eager to get caught up on home repairs, it's easy to overlook the basics that contribute to a successful renovation. To prevent mistakes, wasting money or causing harm to yourself or others, it's important to recognize what tools and knowledge you can bring to home projects before you begin. Don't: Start a project without ... Read More
Organizing your home office
December 27, 2011
(NC)—With New Year's resolutions upon us, being organized is an ideal goal. For the 50% of working Canadians who work from home at least occasionally, or maintain a home office, organization is especially important. Being productive is a direct result of being organized, but the thought of where to start and how to go about it ... Read More
TV wall mounting tips for DIY’ers
December 26, 2011
(NC)—Are you looking to get the sleek look of a wall-mounted TV but worried you won't be able to install it yourself? There is a common misconception among flat-screen TV owners that mounting your TV on the wall is a complicated project, when in fact, it's much easier than you may think. Sanus, a leading ... Read More
2012 Color Trends
December 23, 2011
Winter tires save lives and money
December 22, 2011
(NC)—Feel that cold air? It won't be long now until we're all dealing with sub-zero temperatures and wind chill that takes your breath away. While we can all agree that the prospect of winter can be pretty miserable, being prepared and taking the necessary precautions in advance of the ice and snow is ideal. And ... Read More
Dinner Party Perfection
December 21, 2011
(NC)—Dinner parties are a special time for family and friends to come together, share laughs and enjoy each other's company. But, organizing that perfect party to satisfy every guest can be a challenge. It's important to consider guest preferences while still representing your personal entertaining style. Check out the below tips from co-authors of the ... Read More
Pantone Color Of The Year: Tangerine Tango
December 19, 2011
Christmas Décor Tips
December 13, 2011
As the season comes upon us with all of its glory it also comes with all of the pressure of creating a home that is in keeping with the expectation of guests and families. It doesn’t have to be a bunch of work and hours of redecorating as you can create an impact with a ... Read More
