Effective personal financial management is more about finding balance than it is about learning to live without things you can’t afford.  So while it may call for managed expectations, success handling household cash flow needn’t leave you feeling deprived.  On the contrary, it is possible to keep costs in-line, without sacrificing your quality of life. […]

Did you celebrate Valentine’s Day this year? For many, Valentine’s Day isn’t something they choose to celebrate. They may buy a card but most loathe to spend money on the holiday, citing its consumerist vibes as the sole reason why it exists. Plus, for those on a budget, these various events throughout the year can […]

You may feel that your home’s heating system is in decent condition, but you could be getting more out of your unit. Many people decide to live with a furnace that has seen better days to avoid the expense of replacement. Living with the furnace that is not functioning at maximum efficiency can end up […]

Small properties and North-facing homes, like our own condo, can be a little on the dark side if not properly decorated. But if your home is currently a maze of dim light and shadows, fear not, as there are many simple ways to brighten everything up. Invest in top hung windows If you love your […]

People on the go often wrestle with the options of cleaning their homes themselves or hiring a professional cleaning service. In the end, many find that because of a lack of available time on their part and a lack of not wanting to do it themselves, the benefits of hiring the professionals wins out. But […]