The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders estimates that nearly 10 percent of people in the US suffer from dental phobia, otherwise known as fear or anxiety at the dentist’s office. Many people cite a traumatic or painful experience at the dentist’s office in childhood as the reason for their apprehension and disquiet over routine dental […]
Fix That Smile: 4 Kinds of Braces to Choose From
Everyone wants a perfect smile. Children and adults alike have several very good options for achieving this. They all include the need to wear braces. A regular dentist will refer you to a specialist trained with cosmetic dentistry known as an orthodontist. They will be in charge of consultation and developing a treatment plan that […]
The Condo Life: 4 Fantastic Reasons to Consider a Condo
According to a recent report by the National Association of Realtors, condo sales are up 5 percent from 2014. Owning a condo is a step above renting an apartment and a step below owning a home. Here are four of the top benefits of owning a condo. Affordable Like a house, the cost of a condo […]
4 Adaptable Fall Fashion Trends So You Can Change with the Weather
Fall is arguably the best time of year for fashion. Artful layering is finally seasonally appropriate, and makeup and hair styling are not undone by humidity. The trick to great fall style is building versatility into an outfit. That way, one can make adjustments for temperature changes without downgrading the look. Here are four easy […]
Home-Buying Anxiety? Making Mortgages Simple for First-Time Buyers
2014 was a slow year for first-time home buyers, with only 33% of home sales representing first-timers. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean that now is a bad time to buy a home. If you’re financially ready and your lifestyle is congruent with home ownership, there’s no reason to wait. If you’re ready to buy but intimidated by […]
How to Repair Your Family Life After Your Major Auto Accident
Being in a major auto accident comes with many unforeseen complications. Aside from the pain, suffering, and financial burdens, a serious auto accident will sometimes even put a strain on a family’s overall stability. With a little hard work and help, a family should be able to pull together over time and work through issues […]
Top 4 Methods for Teaching Your Teen to Drive
Some parents experience anxiety to the point of panic when it comes to teaching their teens how to drive. Here are four top methods to alleviate this issue. They have been vetted by generations of parents. The first is enrolling your child in a driver education course. This can be followed by tons of practice. […]
5 Signs Your Teen Is Engaging in High-Risk Behaviors
High-risk behavior on the part of your teen puts your entire family at risk. The behavior of your child can lead to civil and criminal penalties depending on the extent of their activities. Recognizing the signs that your teen is engaging in high-risk behavior before it becomes a serious issue can save your family time, […]
Future Finances: How to Create Balance in Your Life and Checkbook
People who overspend tend to have bad budgeting habits, spend a lot of needless time trying to figure out how to deal with the pressures of creditors and devising ways to get the basics of life on a meager budget. Many times, an overspending habit isn’t even a conscious one. It can be the exact […]
4 Best Tips for Teaching Your Teenagers How to Save Money
Most teenagers will blow through a wad of cash faster than you can hand it over to them. The thought of saving money is typically the furthest thought from their mind. Since you are not made of money, it becomes evident that at some point they will simply have to learn to save the money […]