(NAPSI)—Many taxpayers may be surprised to discover that a good time to get tax advice is after their taxes are done and filed. That’s because by taking a look at your tax situation now, you can take advantage of every legal means to reduce the amount you’ll pay in taxes next year. For example, if Read More …
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HINTS FOR THE HOME Healthy Air, Healthy Home
(NAPSI)—Even when your home looks spotless, there may be dirt lurking in places you can’t see—but where it can do you harm: inside your ductwork. Fortunately, that can be fixed. The Problem Very fine dust, bacteria, mold and small particles can get deposited in your HVAC system and air ducts. There, they reduce the air Read More …
HINTS FOR HOMEOWNERS Maximize Your Basement’s Potential by Scott McGillivray
(NAPSI)—With house prices on the rise, finishing a basement is the latest trend toward building even more equity in the home. A finished basement can offer a little extra room to give a growing family space to breathe, and with so many uses, a renovated basement may be the exact solution to what your home Read More …
MOTHER’S DAY TIPS How To Honor Your Mother
(NAPSI)—There are 2 billion mothers in the world-over 85 million in the U.S. In honor of Mother’s Day, here are some fun facts and expert tips to help you celebrate: • Mother’s Day was started in 1908 by Anna Jarvis, who asked everyone at her church to wear a carnation in honor of her mother Read More …
MAKING LIFE MORE FUN Try A Tropical Stay-cation For A Day
(NAPSI)—For a great family time together, enjoy a minivacation at home by bringing a bit of the warmth of the Caribbean into your house. Here are five hints on how: Get a taste of the place with such popular Caribbean foods as jerk chicken or other meat (smoked or grilled meat marinated in a very Read More …
HEALTH AWARENESS When Minor Symptoms Turn Out To Be A Major-League Disease
(NAPSI)—The more you know about a devastating disease such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), sometimes called Lou Gehrig’s disease, the better you can learn to deal with it. Understanding ALS ALS is a progressive disease that attacks the nerve cells that control voluntary movement. No one knows for sure what causes ALS, and there’s no Read More …
NOW HEAR THIS What You Should Know About Custom Hearing Aids by Catherine Jons, Au.D.
(NAPSI)—If you or someone you care about is among the nearly 40 million Americans the National Institutes of Health estimates could hear better, you may be thinking about hearing aids. Hearing Helpers For many, however, deciding what style they want can be daunting and the terminology confusing. One reason is that the hearing care industry Read More …
PET PEEVES Close The Lid On Cat Litter Odors
(NAPSI)—According to the ASPCA, there are more than 85 million pet cats in America. If one (or more) of them is yours, you may have noticed one aspect of cat companionship that’s less than delightful: the litter box. Fortunately for cats and their humans, following a few steps can help keep the odor down and Read More …
PLANNING YOUR RETIREMENT A Retirement Paycheck Better Than A Pot Of Gold
(NAPSI)—Retiring from the workforce will mean a lot of changes in your life—and some big decisions about what to do with the money from your pension or 401(k). Taking all the money as a lump sum—or “pot of gold”—may be tempting, particularly since this may be the most money you’ve ever had at one time. Read More …
WEDDING WISDOM Five Ways To Showcase Your Rock ‘N’ Roll Wedding
(NAPSI)—So, you’re gearing up for that special day. Your wedding day. Unlike many brides, though, you’ve been imagining something a little different from the norm. You’re more of a Billy Idol “White Wedding” and apple-bobbing bride than an “Ave Maria” and bouquet-tossing bride. Which is great. And which is why there’s a member of Professional Read More …