Attasit saentep / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on LawnStarter. You probably already know that roofs are constructed from many materials, but did you know metal roofs are not prone to lightning strikes? Wood, asphalt, or any other materials used in roofing are just as likely to be struck by lightning. Installing a … Read more

Serhii Bobyk / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on LawnStarter. Why do your neighbor’s perennials return every spring, but the perennials in your yard die each winter? You might not be growing the right plants for your Hardiness Zone. Turn to the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map to help determine which plants will … Read more

Cookie Studio / Shutterstock.com Many people dream of retiring early. In fact, there’s even a movement these days, called FIRE, that offers the hope of financial independence (“FI”) and the ability to retire early (“RE”) from the grind. However, it’s important to note that in many cases, FIRE requires a great deal of planning — … Read more

Oh my word. You’re going to love this list of the best mobile app sign-up bonuses that allow you to sign up for money and bonuses. Just take a look at the list and see which ones interest you and you’ll receive a free sign-up bonus ($5, $10, $50, $100 and even up to $200 … Read more

Ralf’s Icons / Shutterstock.com What is the Federal Reserve? You probably know the Fed is powerful. Its meetings are tracked carefully by investors and the news media. Its work can seem complex. You get that it deals with money, loads of it. And numbers: tons and tons of data. OK, impressive. But, otherwise, why should … Read more

Oh my word. You’re going to love this list of the best bank account bonuses and promotions that allow you to sign up for money and bonuses. Just take a look at the list and see which ones interest you and you’ll receive a free sign-up bonus ($50, $100, $200, $300, and even up to $500 … Read more

Savicic / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on LawnStarter. Fences replaced moats in ancient times. Today, you can create ornate barriers from many materials, including plants. Living fences are a sustainable and cost-effective way to define your property. If you’re dreaming of a way to add fantasy-invoking beauty to your yard, read on … Read more

The penalty for underpaying your taxes is about to sting a bit more than in the past. The IRS announced Nov. 29 that the interest rates it charges for underpayments will rise for the first quarter of 2023, Jan. 1-March 31. The rates the federal agency pays for overpayments also will rise. (Yes, if you … Read more

Changing banks can often help us to find new ways to make our money work for us. Banks like Chase that offer promotional rewards for opening a new account make it easy to benefit from the transition. At the same time, keeping an eye on the requirements can be tricky if you’re not sure what … Read more

Target’s best sale of the year wasn’t on Black Friday or Cyber Monday. This year it falls on Dec. 3 and Dec. 4 — this weekend — when Target gift cards are 10% off in stores and online. That might not sound like much of a deal at first, but hear me out. If you … Read more