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2011

Do You Really Believe Internet Marketing Gurus?

Imagine that you just lost your job and decided to start your own business. You have heard that you can make money online, at home, in your PJs. So, you go start searching for Work at Home opportunities or how to make money online.

2010

Exclusive Look: Where The Workers Who Made Your iPhone Sleep

Foxconn s factory in Shenzhen, China, is home to about half of its 420,000 workers. They make many of our gadgets and computers, then walk to dormitories on the 2.1-kilometer-square campus. I got to look inside.

4 Questions to Ask Your Construction Loan Officer

Home construction loans are more complicated than a traditional mortgage loan. You need to deal with a loan officer that has a considerable amount of experience providing home construction loans to consumers. Here are four questions to ask your home construction loan officer.

How to Install a Steam Shower

There is nothing better than the luxury of having your own personal steam shower. Many newer custom homes are equipped with steam showers. One can enjoy that same luxury in an existing home so long as you adhere to the proper installation guidelines. The following are the necessary steps required to build a leak prof, beautiful steam shower.

3 Reasons to Install Radiant Heat Under Your Tile Flooring

One way to keep your home warm and cozy is through the use of radiant heat flooring systems underneath tile installations. There are a number of benefits that Radiant heated floors offer, yet many folks are still passing on the opportunity to purchase this economical upgrade. Here are 3 great reasons why you need to install radiant heat under your

2009

You can Get Tax Credits for Building on Your Own Land

Did you know that if you are building on the land that you already own, you may be able to qualify for the first home buyers tax credit of $8,000 or possibly the $6,500 tax credit for home buyers.

5 Home Heating Tips That are Free

With just a few free tricks, you can quickly trim down your bloated heating costs into something a little more appetizing. Oh, did I mention these tricks are free?

HVAC Tax Credit Update On Air Conditioners from IRS

The IRS has issued legal guidance on consumer tax credits for residential HVAC purchases. If you are installing a new air conditioner in your home or did so recently then you should make sure you get your tax credit.

Monitor HVAC Energy Efficiency With Google PowerMeter

Google is Beta testing Google PowerMeter, a tool for iGoogle users that will allows you to monitor your home energy consumption daily, for free.

2008

Indoor Comfort Enemy: Carbon Monoxide

Carbon Monoxide, or CO, is the most critical factor to your home comfort.

Home Improvement Tax Credits Are Part of EESA 2008

Making home improvements? Claim your tax credit. The EESA 2008 extends the tax credit for energy-efficient purchases in 2009, and adds wood pellet stoves as a new class of eligible energy efficient property.

6 Steps to Keeping your Furnace Running Efficiently

Pay attention to your home comfort system and give it a little TLC and it can reward you with years of efficient, money-saving comfort. Here are a few easy things you can do to keep it running smoothly.

How to Winterize Your Home the Frugal Way

You can reduce your heating costs further by doing a few simple things yourself that will not cost a ton. Here is how to winterize your home the frugal way.

Routine System Maintenance is Key to a Comfortable Home

A tune-up on a furnace and air conditioner is very similar to the tune-up on your car. You get what you pay for. Here is what you need to know.

New Whole-home Generators Alleviate Your Power Woes

Unlike small, gas powered generators that are increasingly more costly to operate, these new commercial-grade home generators are designed to power your entire home in the event of a power outage.

Home Insurance | Building and Contents Home Insurance | UK

Although there are different kinds of policy to match the various wants and needs of individuals, your status may determine what kind of home insurance you need:

Compare the Top 10 Home Insurance Quotes in the UK

It is now spring time and now is the best time to evaluate your home insurance. Use this chart to compare the top ten home insurance quotes.

Home insurance can make May Day worry-free

The May bank holiday weekend can be an exciting and chaotic time for those travelling and it is all too easy to forget how simple precautions can protect your home

Savings Tips for Homeowners

It is never too good to have rooms that are full of drafts that make your home too cold.

OnlineDiscountMart.com Launches Affiliate Program on ShareASale

Spring is always right around the corner and now is always the right time to shop for your home and garden decorations at Online Discount Mart. Online Discount Mart has launched their affiliate program.

Low-Emissive Windows Help Save Electricity

If you plan to replace windows in the near future, or add new ones to a future home addition, then use Energy Star qualified, Low Emissive (Low-E) windows. They could reduce your energy bill as much as 15 percent.

Installling Tubular Skylights to Save on Your Electric Bill

A wonderful way to improve your home is to introduce more natural light. Natural daylight increases happiness and helps improve mental performance.

Run Your Ceiling Fans and Save on Electricity

Ceiling fans are more than simply decorative. They can help control your home heating and cooling costs. Using a multi-speed reversible ceiling fan could save from 25-40% on cooling and up to 10% on heating costs.

2007

10 Questions to Ask Home a Care Agency

When choosing any type of long-term care, there are many pitfalls to watch out for when hiring a homecare worker to care for yourself or a loved one. Here are ten questions to ask each home care agency during the initial phone call. If they can't answer these questions to your satisfaction, move on to the next agency until you find one that can.