As temperatures rise and everyone heads outdoors, bugs are also becoming active. While some pests are simply an annoyance, others carry harmful diseases. For example, mosquitoes can transmit West Nile Virus, multiple forms of encephalitis, Dengue fever, a range of parasites, and more. Additionally, allergies to bee stings are fairly common, and certain spider bites […]
A hurricane of the intensity of Harvey or Irma can damage anywhere from 25 percent to 90 percent, respectively of the homes after it hits the mainland. With this year’s storm season also expected to be above average in severity, it behooves you to know how to prepare for summer rainstorms and hurricanes. The impact […]
As many as one in three adults has an arrest record — and these details can show up on a background check, hurting your chances of landing a job, securing an apartment, or even entering certain professions. In total, about nine out of 10 employers run a criminal history check on applicants, typically after obtaining […]
Now that the weather’s warming up, you might feel tempted to add some furniture to your backyard, patio, or balcony. Unfortunately, that stuff isn’t exactly cheap — but you don’t have to buy any of it. You can actually make your own outdoor furniture from pallets. And they can actually look pretty stylish if you […]
Furniture of any kind can be expensive, even when you rent it. And that includes renting garden furniture. You might feel tempted to rent if your outdoor spaces are only in use for a few months out of the year. Renting might at first seem like a reasonable alternative to buying when sale prices are […]
There are more types of grills than a backyard chef can shake a spatula at. Keep reading to find out which ones have the best value or most closely suit your preferences. The following grills were selected based on price, features, durability and user reviews. All prices in this grill review were found on Amazon […]
According to a 2018 survey, nearly 60 million Americans have dealt with identity theft at some point in their lives. While many people assume that strangers are the only threat, some people have their identities stolen by someone they know. Since friends and family typically have access to intimate details about your life, it’s easier […]
As the days get warmer and longer, people dust off their bicycles, people gear up to spend time out in the sun. Since 1956, National Bike Month takes over the month of May thanks to the efforts of the League of American Bicyclists. The goal is to encourage people to integrate more biking into their […]
Every business, no matter how big or small, needs legal representation. For entrepreneurs, it all boils down to one question they usually struggle with: How do I find the right lawyer that can be an asset to my business and not just another expense? A lot of businesses are hiring lawyers for the first time […]
As fun as art is, it really breaks the bank. Whether you deal in watercolors or oil pastels, the supplies you need – and especially the high-quality ones you want – are expensive enough to put a significant dent in your bank account. If you are looking to increase your art supply collection or you’re […]
