Ask the Expert: 1031 exchanges
I have a rental property which I have maintained for a few years. Now I have an opportunity to sell it and buy another rental property closer to my house….
Month: January 2019
Why DIY doesn’t always save you money
It’s tempting to watch those home remodeling shows and think it’s easy to complete a major project in a weekend. Whether it’s a new shower or a kitchen…
Cabin Fever Workouts: When winter makes you stay home
Let’s face it: winter can be long when you’re in a cold-weather location, and the gym gets old after awhile. When you can’t get outside, sometimes it…
Is college worth the cost to you?
College gives young people more than a degree. It is also offers critical thinking skills while forcing young people to manage independent living. But is…
College without debt: It’s possible
Today, the average cost for one year of college ranges from $22,000 at an in-state university to $47,000 at a private college. If you’re taking out…
Is AppleCare+ worth it?
Since Apple’s newest devices cost up to $1,100, AppleCare insurance, at $200, is worth the extra expense, according to Consumer Reports. Without the…
Samsung’s new chips
Samsung has mastered a new chip-making technique to make phones work faster and stay juiced longer. The new technique uses extremely thin waves of ultra…
Pings: Electric motorcycles catch up
Electric motorcycles catch up One of the most popular brands of electric motorcycles, Zero, is offering models that can go as far and fast as a…
Using Google’s Family Link to set parental controls on a smartphone
Smartphones have the potential to open up a vast world of bad content for young children, but Google has provided a free and easy way to help reduce this…
When negative thoughts constantly intrude, take action
People tend to be their own worst critics, but when negativity constantly dominate thoughts it is time to take some action. Here are what psychologists…