18 Rules Of Living By The Dalai Lama

Which one do you like?

I like # 18. Judge your success by what you had to give up in order to get it.

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Don’t Miss These Home Tax Deductions

From mortgage interest to property tax deductions, here are the tax tips you need to get a jump on your returns.

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Spread the Word: Mortgage Rates Below 4%

Fixed-rate mortgages fell back near yearly lows again this week, lowering borrowing costs for home buyers and refinancers'.

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9 Kitchen Trends That Can’t Go Wrong

Remodeling your kitchen is a huge commitment.

Make sure you’re getting the best return by making choices that’ll last. Here are 9 trends with staying power.

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Graco Recalls 11 Models of Strollers Due to Fingertip Amputation Hazard

The folding hinge on the sides of the stroller can pinch a child’s finger, posing a laceration or amputation hazard.

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Mark Twain’s Top 9 Tips For Living A Kick-Ass Life

Twain is known for his many – and often funny – quotes.
Here are a few of my favorite tips from him.

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10 things real estate appraisers won’t tell you

But appraisers say that new rules have made the process slower and more complicated for consumers—and that they haven’t stopped some appraisers from yielding to pressure from banks.

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House Cleaning Hacks Of The 21st Century

In our very busy day to day life, who has time to clean? It’s better to clean smarter rather than harder! Also, less time cleaning means more time relaxing and doing activities that you enjoy!

Below is a list of ways that will help you achieve this goal:

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When It Comes to Home Buying, Location Is King

Some neighborhoods change over time, of course, and most improve rather than getting worse. So as you set out to buy a home, should you look for the best home on the worst block?

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39 Life Lessons I've Learned In 39 Years

Today is my 40th birthday as I revisit this list that I wrote one year ago. I'm updating with a 40th lesson. Enjoy.

Especially liked this Quote: "The boy with no shoes cried until he met the boy with no feet."

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What to Know as You Try to Lock in a Low Mortgage Rate

Here's a rate reference guide to help you navigate this market and obtain the best terms on your financing.

Once you're ready to buy or refinance, you'll want to lock in your rate, which ensures the rate for a set number of days.

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10 Reasons Why Your Home Isn't Selling

If your home sale seems to be going at a snail's pace, it might be time to look at what you might be doing wrong.

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