You Should Be Cleaning Your Indoor Plants
When your house is a disaster, the last thing you are thinking about is cleaning your plants. But houseplants get dirty and dusty just like anything else in your home, even if cleaning them requires some specialized knowhow. Many cleaning products (and even gentle soaps) can damage a plant’s leaves and roots, so it’s… Read […]
Why Older Running Shoes Probably Won’t Last, Even If They Haven’t Been Worn
You’ve probably heard that you should replace your running shoes when the cushioning wears down, which tends to be after 300 to 500 miles according to most manufacturers. But it turns out there’s another problem with old shoes, even if you haven’t been running in them. Read more…
Strong Fannie, Freddie results set the stage for debate over their future
Both companies benefited from rising home prices, and a resurgence in refinancings prompted by falling mortgage rates, which have come down from 2021 peaks seen in March.
New eviction moratorium likely coming for most renters
The moratorium comes shortly after the previous eviction ban expired, and could ultimately cover 90 percent of U.S. renters.
When to Pay for ‘Clear’ Over TSA PreCheck
With airports jammed with travelers, you might be thinking about signing up for the airport security fast-track program TSA PreCheck. But what about Clear, a privately-run line-skipping service? It’s more expensive and works a bit differently, but it will also get you through lines faster. In fact, signing up for both… Read more…
6 of the Most Bizarre Cat Behaviors (and Why They Do Them)
Your cat is a confusing creature. It’s possible—likely even—that most of the things your cat does, aside from maybe napping and eating, perplexes you. But your feline companion needn’t be a mystery. All those head butts? There’s a reason for them. The kneading of soft surfaces? It makes sense in context. The… Read more…
10 Ways to Make the Most of Your College Experience
Getting a college education isn’t supposed to be easy, but between the student loan crisis, skyrocketing tuition and fees, the whole “unending global pandemic” thing, and truly bleak job prospects, it’s currently way harder than it needs to be. These hacks won’t pay off your student loans or write your final term… Read more…
Why You Shouldn’t Waste Time (or Money) Worrying About ‘Battery Health’
Battery health is important, right? After all, our portable devices depend on them. These days, though, it’s actually not worth stressing about their health as much as you might think. Read more…
Are Security Deposits the Only Option for Landlords and Tenants?
Security deposits are typically essential for landlords to protect their property in case of damage. Rather than traditional expensive cash deposits, security deposit alternatives are cost-friendly options.
In another strong quarter, Keller Williams sees transactions jump 35% over last year
The company’s global agent count increased 9.6 percent year over year as rumors continue to swirl about whether the company will go public this year. Here’s everything you need to know.
How to grow your network
It’s important to maintain connections because your business often depends on the quality of those relationships. But here’s why you shouldn’t neglect strangers and acquaintances.
Emilio and Gloria Estefan sell Miami mansion for $35M
Singer-producer duo Emilio and Gloria Estefan have sold their mansion on Miami’s prized Star Island for $35 million.
Daily Search Forum Recap: August 3, 2021
Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today…
How to Reenter Society Post-Vaccine, Even When You’re Not Sure You’re Ready
The vaccine was supposed to mean the U.S. had left the worst depths of the COVID-19 pandemic behind, but for many of us, it hardly feels like we’re out of the woods. Read more…
How to Check If Someone Blocked You on WhatsApp
If someone on WhatsApp continuously fails to respond to you, they may be ignoring you—or they may have blocked you from contacting them altogether. Read more…
