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Becoming an Adult
Congratulations, you’ve decided to get an apartment! You’ve waited for this day your whole life… and now you are about to show the world that you can make it on your own as an adult. You couldn’t wait to be older when you were younger, so here’s your shot! But before you can move into an apartment, you must find an apartment. It may seem easy, but it’s all a process. The first thing you want to do to start the process is sit down and figure out exactly what you want.
Kierra DouglasPublished 6 years ago in LifehackPlants? In Chicago?
Ah, yes, Chicago. A concrete jungle of sorts, and definitely not the first place you think of when it comes to plants, but one hiding some gems when it comes to greening up your own space. As an avid plant lover, I have made it my mission to explore what the city has to offer in terms of plants for the home. While I gravitate more towards succulents and cacti, I have unearthed some locations that fit the bill on many fronts. Here are my favorite spots.
Savannah FeherPublished 6 years ago in LifehackYou Won't Believe How Easy It Now Is to Save Over $4,000 a Year on Your Mortgage
Most people would think.... What's the point? Going through the headache of having to do the whole mortgage loan approval thingy as a first-time home buyer, and for what? A couple hundred dollars in savings? Nah.
Pierre Roustan, Author of THE CAIN LETTERS and SCARY HORROR STUFF!Published 6 years ago in LifehackLike a Good Deal? Check out Hollar!
Love getting a deal? Love to save money? The new kids around the block, Hollar is an inventive and useful app you'll need to check out.
Free and Discounted Items and Services for Seniors
Some seniors would be surprised to find out that there are many free and discounted items and services available to them. Many seniors have no idea they could be getting discounts at restaurants, department stores, hotels, national parks, public transportation and even on their mortgage. However, seniors must ask if these discounts are available because most of the time they are not advertised.
Margaret MinnicksPublished 6 years ago in LifehackThe Do’s and Don'ts of Riding With Uber
It’s no secret that Uber and similar companies have revolutionized transportation in a number of ways. In fact, adventuring to new places or even familiar ones has never been easier, as Uber’s user friendly app connects drivers and passengers through a simple touch of a button. While the process is relatively easy for most users, there are still some important things to keep in mind before you confirm your ride!
Cassandra WorkmanPublished 6 years ago in Lifehack5 Apps to Make You Money Just From Your Groceries
If you’re anything like me, you have a wallet or purse full of receipts. Well, it’s time to finally do something with them! Here are five different apps that will earn you back money from your groceries.
Should You Move House or Renovate?
If your family has outgrown the home you're currently living in, you're faced with a tough decision: Should you move house, or should you renovate the home you already own? The answer to this question is a highly personal matter. You and your family are the only ones who can correctly answer it. There are a number of considerations you'll want to discuss with your family members before arriving at a final decision.
Andrea DawsonPublished 6 years ago in LifehackDIY Fire Pit Ideas to Make Your Backyard Look Hot
If there's one backyard addition that can make a winter session outside sound okay, and make summer gatherings way better, it's a fire pit. There's something primally satisfying about sitting around a roaring fire with friends, and truth be told, fire pits also look awesome.
Cato ConroyPublished 6 years ago in LifehackKitchen DIY Projects That Will Help You Get Organized
From spice racks to utensil organizers, there is a project for everything that can improve their organization. Kitchens can be some of the hardest places to organize in the house, but don't worry. There are plenty of opportunities to take advantage of the space you already have, and create more proactive, functional places.
Kelsey LangePublished 6 years ago in LifehackThis Is Not Where I Saw Myself at the Age of 40
When I was in high school deciding on my future, I wish that they had somehow prepared me better for the realities of everyday life. I mean, let's be honest, when you are young, you aren't concerned with balancing a checkbook, clipping coupons, or figuring out how to make a car payment and an electric bill in the same week. This has become my everyday life now.
Heidi ElizabethPublished 6 years ago in Lifehack- Top Story - January 2018
10 Reasons I Love Target!
I'm obsessed with Target. No, seriously, Target is my answer to all things in life. Need a shirt? Go to Target. Need bread? Go to Target. Need meds? Go to Target. Fake eyelashes? Shampoo? New pans? Pillows? Rug? Toys? TV? Bras? Diapers? Kids clothes? Xbox? GO TO TARGET! I love Target so much that I would consider getting that damn Target dog or giant red entry ball tattooed on my body if it meant I could spend more time at Target.
Jus L'amorePublished 6 years ago in Lifehack