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Independence Day Do's and Don’ts

Hosting a Summer BBQ

Holidays tend to be popular times for people to cheat on their diets (and by cheat, we mean throw out the window for the day), and the Fourth of July is no exception. Consider these ideas when preparing for a BBQ.

Do the Prep

The day before the cookout, marinate the food, chop the veggies, buy cups and paper plates, and do all things you can to make sure you’re not stressing over the small things the day of the party. Check to make sure the grill is ready to go, too. Buy charcoal and propane, clean the cooking surfaces, and make sure you’ve got accessories like lighter fluid, smoking chips, and grilling utensils ready to go.

Observing Memorial Day

The month of May always brings changes and excitement when it arrives: blockbuster movies, school graduations, the NBA and NHL championships, and the official start of the summer season.

And with all of that going on, it’s important to take some time and observe Memorial Day.

Graduation Gift and Etiquette Guide

Graduation gifting can be stressful because of the rarity and intensity of the moment. It’s an important life event that doesn’t happen every day, which means the pressure to find the right gift can get real heavy really fast.

 [Editors note: This post was originally published in June 2015 and has been revamped and updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness.]

It's almost summertime and the living isn't always easy if you're a business owner. Sometimes there's a need for junk removal after your recent clean-up or relocation.

Originally started as a way to promote environmental protection, Earth Day has grown over the years to include healthy practices such as recycling and power conservation.

Ah, the Easter eggs. We’ve been dying them different colors since the 13th century, giving them as gifts to children since the 19th century, and they’ve been on sale since Christmas ended. Or possibly Valentine’s Day.

Electronic waste, or e-waste, refers to any electronic devices that have become obsolete and been thrown away. Many things qualify as e-waste, including old computers, phones, office equipment, televisions, and even large appliances like refrigerators.

Yes, spring cleaning generally means the whole house can be cleansed, but rushing into the job without a plan can be a big mistake.

Deciding to make some financial changes can be a popular New Year’s resolution. It’s also one that occurs just after the season of giving and just before tax season, which can make if the most ardent penny pincher throw up their hands in hopelessness. But don’t despair. If you’ve got a plan, you can meet those resolutions.