How to Catch a Mouse
I had never even seen a mouse until I moved to an older building on the East Coast. Workmen were doing some repairs on the outside, which I think disturbed a couple of critters and caused them to come...
View ArticleHow I Lost An Inch off My Waist without Dieting, Exercise or Drugs!
I recently quit my high-pressure, long-working-hour management job to take some time off, learn a new field, and work from home. After a few months of working from home, I started noticing that my...
View ArticleNew Year’s Resolutions that Can Save You Thousands of Dollars
Are you making any New Year’s resolutions this year? How about making some that would save you thousands of dollars over the course of a year? Consider some of these resolution ideas to do just that!...
View ArticleShould I Disable Java on My Computer?
Have you seen the news stories? The U.S. Department of Homeland security has taken the rare step of recommending that users completely disable Java on their computers due to security vulnerabilities....
View ArticleThe Cure For Your Boring Corporate Meetings
Do you hate being held hostage in boring meetings at work where they spew the latest MBA jargon and prevent you from completing your real work? If so, I have the perfect solution: Corporate Lingo...
View ArticleProtect Your Debit Card Against Fraudulent Purchases
According to many sources, debit card fraud is on the rise! My debit card was recently hacked and I got a fraudulent charge of over $500 on it from Verizon Wireless. But, I was super-fortunate in two...
View ArticleNew Year’s Resolutions that Can Save You Thousands of Dollars (Part 2)
Continued from Part 1. 11. Get 2% Back on Everything You Buy Annual Savings: $240 I have a credit card that gives me 2% cash back on everything I buy with it. So, I put as much as possible on it. If...
View ArticleTop Ten Dates Ideas in Providence, RI (Part 2)
Continued from part 1. 6. Discover Unbeatable Italian Cuisine on Federal Hill If your date likes Italian food, you must check out one of the restaurants on Atwell’s avenue. This area, known as Federal...
View ArticleTop Ten Dates Ideas in Providence, RI
Providence, RI is a small but very charming New England city with a lot to offer, including culture, great restaurants, lots of outdoor activities, and a riverfront modeled after Venice, Italy! After...
View Article10 Killer Tips to Sell Your Stuff on Craigslist Fast
I recently had to sell a bunch of stuff quickly to prepare for a move. I didn’t have time for ebay, so I put it all on Craigslist, and through some trial and error, was able to sell most of my items...
View Article10 Signs It’s Time to Look for a New Job
No job is perfect, and every job has its ups and downs. But, sometimes people need a wake-up call to realize that they are at the wrong job and it’s time to move on, either to a different position at...
View Article10 Tips to Make Your Long-Distance Move Go Smoothly
Moving across town can be stressful enough, but moving across the country can compound your worries. I’ve found that moving companies can be pretty slimy and unreliable. Plus, you might have to...
View ArticleCut Your Cell Phone Bill in Half
If you read the conventional advice on how to cut your cell phone bill, you’ll hear things like “cut extra services” or “switch to a plan with lower minutes”. But these tactics are no longer effective...
View ArticleFax for Free Using Your Computer
I get annoyed in this day and age when I have to deal with a company that still demands information to be sent by fax. I have long since ditched my fax machine, and it’s a pain to go all the way to...
View ArticleThe #1 Reason You Should Roll Over Your Old 401Ks
Many people have old “orphaned” 401K’s with previous employers and wonder what to do with them. I personally had two, which isn’t that many compared to some. I read the pros and cons of leaving them...
View ArticleA Review of the HTC One by an iPhone User
I was a long-time iPhone 4 user until it started getting flaky. The power button would no longer depress and the 30-pin connector would sometimes not engage for charging. I was tired of the small...
View ArticleShould I Disable Java on My Computer?
Have you seen the news stories? The U.S. Department of Homeland security has taken the rare step of recommending that users completely disable Java on their computers due to security vulnerabilities....
View ArticleShould You Roll Over Your Old 401K’s?
Many people have old “orphaned” 401Ks with previous employers and wonder what to do with them. I personally had two, which isn’t that many compared to some. I read the pros and cons of leaving them at...
View ArticleHow to Install a Wall Switch Timer
I have a porch light controlled by a wall switch in my entryway. Rather than having to manually turn this light on at night and off in the morning, I wanted to install a timer where the existing light...
View ArticleHow to Re-Stain Your Front Door
After years of sun and water damage, my front door was in need of a re-stain and re-varnish. I decided to save some money and do it myself. Here’s my story and some lessons that I learned. Tools and...
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