Ah, Summer! As a kid, few times of the year bring more joy. But for parents, all that unstructured free time can bring its own share of struggles. When you were growing up, summer probably meant spending more time outdoors than inside. It meant swimming, bike rides and games of pickup basketball. Today, however, many children are content to replace those activities with television, video...
It’s college move-in time. For many, this is the first time students will be living away from home and moving into a smaller space. It might even be the first time sharing a room—and a bathroom—with someone. With a roommate and limited space, if you’re a soon-to-be college student, you might be in for a wake-up call.A college dorm room isn’t just a bedroom anymore...
As the mom of a son in college 9 hours away, there are a lot of logistics around getting your kid packed up and off to college safely.I am obsessed with checklists on my phone. I keep lists of groceries, Netflix shows I need to watch and everything else under the sun. So, of course, I use my handy checklist for what to pack. But...
Many people who own homes today rent them out to others. If you are renting out your home, whether on a short-term or a long-term basis, it is essential to understand that your homeowners insurance may not cover losses incurred while the property is being rented. The following is information about insurance coverage for renting out a residence in different scenarios. Short-Term Rentals of a...