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Tailgating you facing the prospect of renting an apartment in a city you don’t live in yet? Renting a home without physically seeing it before you move in is not ideal, but it’s not impossible either. It just requires careful planning and a willingness to trust photos. Below are some ways to stay on top of the game and not lose out on your perfect rental—even from afar. http://bit.ly/2EaSqKS

Buying a home can be a good investment. It can be a rewarding experience for you and your family. But the fact is, it isn't right in every situation and it only works if the buyer is financially prepared. As we saw during the housing crisis, buying a house when you aren't ready can lead to disastrous results. http://bit.ly/2Jc8u32

The US is very large and experiences can vary drastically within the country. If you decide to stay in America when you are done working, you might want to know which state is best for retirement. WalletHub recently released their 2018 retirement rankings. Using 41 metrics in three broad categories, they were able to rank every state to find the best and worst places to retire. http://bit.ly/2pWvYQP

The choice about where to live in retirement is one of the most crucial decisions that a senior makes. It’s not just a major financial consideration, it’s also a highly emotional issue as a retiree’s home is often the anchor to their golden years. http://bit.ly/2JclUvU

Lynchburg was ranked for 2017 as one of the top 10 healthiest, happiest cities, according to a study by Gallup and Healthways. The study, called the State of American Well-Being Community Rankings, measures how residents of 189 U.S. cities feel about their physical health, social ties, financial security, community, and sense of purpose. These rankings began in 2008. http://bit.ly/2pUuuGD

The milder days of spring are a perfect time to do a thorough spring cleaning and perform home maintenance. After a long winter, it is a good idea to spend time on preventive measures to help maintain your home and property throughout the year. Tasks such as cleaning out your gutters, checking for dead trees and branches and cleaning and inspecting home mechanical systems, such as heating and air conditioning equipment, can make spring a season of safety. http://bit.ly/2J2z4eC

We are constantly told throughout our youth that we are to follow a certain path. Grow up, go to college, graduate, get a job, get married, buy a house, have kids, live happily ever after. But we all know this isn’t a linear path and life has a funny way of throwing you curve balls when you least expect it. http://bit.ly/2pNF8iq

Home ownership may not necessarily be for everyone. There are many factors as to why people choose to rent. One of the biggest reasons is the economy. A lot of people are moving from homes to apartments because of the convenience and the price point. By living in an apartment community with all of the amenities renters are looking for without having to pay the premium prices of a home, is exactly why more people are renting. http://bit.ly/2pRQC4v

With the recent events in Parkland Florida, there are numerous people that are looking for avenues to have their voices heard on social issues. One way to do that is to talk with your wallet. There are ways that investors can exclude certain industries from their investment portfolios such as firearms. Investors can exclude certain other industries as well, such as oil, alcohol, gambling, tobacco and even adult entertainment. This is done through Socially Responsible Investing (SRI). There are a variety of SRI investment options available. Let’s dive in a little deeper to understand them more. http://bit.ly/2J5sV1t

The US is very large and experiences can vary drastically within the country. If you decide to stay in America when you are done working, you might want to know which state is best for retirement. WalletHub recently released their 2018 retirement rankings. Using 41 metrics in three broad categories, they were able to rank every state to find the best and worst places to retire. http://bit.ly/2J8acT0

Science and data was used to determine which cities in Virginia have the best set up for children: a lot to do, good schools, and no crime. If you’re looking for the perfect place for your family, Fredericksburg, VA could be the place. But you have a strict criteria; the city has to be safe, affordable, and stimulating. Basically, the place you move – or even visit – has to be outright perfect. http://bit.ly/2pPmuXi

Kickboxing classes are great for men and women. Unlike many other types of exercise, kickboxing highlights powerful movements which can improve balance, power and agility, flexibility, and coordination. Group Kick classes provide a total body workout that gets faster results for everyone from beginners to advance students. This high intensity workout is a fun, motivating, and exciting way to promote weight loss, get in shape, and tone your body. http://bit.ly/2pRJ81d

Your driveway has probably seen some wear and tear after years of winters, freezing and thawing. We discussed patching an asphalt driveway last week. But, patching is not always the best choice. If you have a few severe cracks and holes, or several smaller ones, it is not necessarily cost-effective or practical to patch them all. While patching the driveway does restore the structural strength it won’t look as nice, clean and neat as a newly resurfaced driveway. If you are concerned about curb appeal, resurfacing may be the best choice. http://bit.ly/2utYGxR

Exercise has a multitude of benefits for people of all ages, most especially for seniors. But, some older adults are wary and reluctant to exercise thinking that physical activity can be too strenuous or may do them more harm than good. The fear of falling or of injury when performing different exercises can hold some back. However, there are light and moderate exercises which are ideal for aging adults. Everyone knows how lack of exercise affects physical fitness negatively, so exercising and engaging in physical activities is the best thing older adults can do to stay healthy. http://bit.ly/2Gfr4cF

Construction work in the past has been highly dependent on the weather condition. Home builders in Virginia have often had to postpone new home construction projects until the weather cooperates. However, with the increase in demand in residential construction, delays due to weather issues are no longer acceptable. Good thing modular home construction has paved the way for continuous and uninterrupted construction process despite unfavorable weather conditions. http://bit.ly/2uvJLmU

With wide open spaces and big city living, the Commonwealth offers plenty of reasons to make a move. The home of more presidents than any other state, Virginia’s history is long and rich – and residents are continuing to grow the state by attracting top jobs and high-quality education while celebrating the past. Whether you’re looking for metropolitan excitement or country leisure, Virginia is a top place to live. Here are eight reasons to consider relocating. http://bit.ly/2GhvsYz

Beaufort, SC is famed for its stately mansions and cobblestone streets, as well as its fabulous lodging, cuisine and classic Southern charm, Charleston is clearly one of the world’s most romantic cities. But further south lies another historic city that in many ways, can be just as romantic yet with a remarkably slower pace than its larger and far more famous destination. http://bit.ly/2usFLDw

Wood burning stoves are a way for home and business owners to assert their energy independence by using wood pellets or logs as an alternative heating fuel. But many of those stoves were early models designed in the 1970s and ‘80s and lack the energy efficiency and cleaner burning capabilities of later models. http://bit.ly/2GiYJCo

The choice about where to live in retirement is one of the most crucial decisions that a senior makes. It’s not just a major financial consideration, it’s also a highly emotional issue as a retiree’s home is often the anchor to their golden years. http://bit.ly/2J1ppoA

Many retirees downsize their homes, but this decision requires careful consideration of a variety of factors. As men and women retire or approach retirement age, many opt to downsize their homes. Such a decision can save older adults substantial amounts of money while also liberating them from the hassle of maintaining large homes they no longer need. http://bit.ly/2J3iwTJ

See how retirement-friendly Charlotte is, based on cost of living, crime rate, health care and more. When it comes to your eventual retirement destination, you might be leaning towards a city based on its amount of sunlight and quality of golf courses. And while both of those things are certainly important, there are plenty of other factors to consider once you're off that 9-to-5 schedule. http://bit.ly/2uuNfWE

See how retirement-friendly Charlotte is, based on cost of living, crime rate, health care and more. When it comes to your eventual retirement destination, you might be leaning towards a city based on its amount of sunlight and quality of golf courses. And while both of those things are certainly important, there are plenty of other factors to consider once you're off that 9-to-5 schedule. http://bit.ly/2J1QkRw

KOHLER recently announced the expansion of its popular KD Series industrial generators, which now includes models ranging up to 3250kW. These new units are powered by two compact and powerful EPA-certified KOHLER V16 engines. The now-available updated KD1250 and new KD1350 industrial generators are powered by the KOHLER KD36V16 – a 16-cylinder engine with 36-liter displacement, while the new KD2800, KD3000, and KD3250 generators are powered by the KOHLER KD83V16 – a 16-cylinder engine with 83-liter displacement. http://bit.ly/2J1zHFs

Did you know that by changing the way you burn wood you can save money, reduce air pollution and protect your health? http://bit.ly/2IXqaPA

When it comes to friendliness, hospitality, and warmth, cities often get a bad rap: The traffic, the crowds, the lack of manners! Southern cities, though, tell a different story: Despite the hustle-and-bustle, they still manage to exude the graciousness of small towns and radiate the warmth of a Sunday potluck after church. http://bit.ly/2E0f34C

When it comes to friendliness, hospitality, and warmth, cities often get a bad rap: The traffic, the crowds, the lack of manners! Southern cities, though, tell a different story: Despite the hustle-and-bustle, they still manage to exude the graciousness of small towns and radiate the warmth of a Sunday potluck after church. http://bit.ly/2IUoW7H

Millennials locked out of the housing market have this consolation: House prices have shot up so quickly that the financial advantage of being a homeowner is fast eroding in many cities. While it’s still a better deal to buy in some cities, the economic benefit has narrowed to the point that in some places, for some households, the decision to rent or buy a home may be too close to call. http://bit.ly/2IXGqjD

Spring Sports season has just begun and for most schools that means baseball, lacrosse, rugby and volleyball. All can be highly damaging to your child’s mouth and teeth. Did you know that more than 5 million teeth will be knocked out from sporting activities this year? But, it is also estimated that over 200,000 oral injuries will be prevented by custom fitted mouth guards. Protect your child's teeth with a custom fitted sportsguard mouth guard. http://bit.ly/2DZm6uG

Spring Sports season has just begun and for most schools that means baseball, lacrosse, rugby and volleyball. All can be highly damaging to your child’s mouth and teeth. Did you know that more than 5 million teeth will be knocked out from sporting activities this year? But, it is also estimated that over 200,000 oral injuries will be prevented by custom fitted mouth guards. Protect your child's teeth with a custom fitted sportsguard mouth guard. http://bit.ly/CFwGfz

Want to Know how to treat age spots, sun spots, and skin tags painlessly? A gentle and effective way to say goodbye to spots and tags that's quick effective and painless. Find out if CryoClear is a good solution for your skin type. http://bit.ly/2J0H3ZU

Are you going to love your lawn this year with quality products? What plan of action are you going to follow for your lawn care program? It’s February, but just like Charlie Brown’s Christmas tree, you need to show your lawn a little love. Did you fertilize the grass enough last year? Lawns need to be fed during the peak growing months from spring through fall to look their best. If you only apply lawn food once or twice per year, that is not enough to have a healthy growing lawn. Lawns like to be fed three to four times a year based on the type of fertilizer you are using. The first feeding of the season in spring is important because it brings your lawn out of winter dormancy. If you have a history of crabgrass in your lawn, use Green Up with Crabgrass Preventer to help prevent this problem. Sometimes it is best to delay this application until late spring to gain better control over summer germinating crabgrass. Be sure to feed your lawn again before summer arrives with Green Up W ht

Are you whitening your teeth while looking for a snack to get through those hunger pangs? Dr. Ryne Johnson, prosthodontist and managing partner of Newton Wellesley Dental Partners wants people to know that there are better options when it comes to your teeth's appearance. http://bit.ly/2ITWMcZ

A subantarctic archipelago is making "huge news": The New Zealand Herald reports there are officially no more mice on the country's Antipodes Islands, which once housed up to 200,000 of the rodents. They caused a big threat to the World Heritage Site by preying on native birds, bugs, and plants, and the five-year effort to do away with them got an assist from the public, with the "Million Mouse Project" fundraising campaign bringing six figures. http://bit.ly/2DZ99B4

Employees often work in the morning and often fitness gyms are often open at the same business hours. This makes it challenging for many employees to make it to the gym. Due to this, 24/7 fitness centers can be greatly beneficial to those who wish to workout after work and dinner hours. http://bit.ly/2IXf9hf

Picking out the material that is best for your gutter system needs careful thought to avoid long-term headaches and costly repairs. However, Aluminum works great for seamless gutters. Seamless aluminum gutters are widely installed on homes today because they are relatively low in cost with long-term strength. This makes them an excellent choice for many homes. http://bit.ly/2GdQ6Vy

This is a tiny garden bed next to a swimming pool that had an existing planting of Gold Thread Cypress as seen in Photo 1. The shrubs were no longer very attractive so it was time for a change. The client really liked ornamental grasses so that is primarily what he wanted. Photo 2 shows the empty bed with everything removed with the exception of two large stones. http://bit.ly/2ITUgn3

Ranked as one Livability.com’s Best Places to Live and Top 10 Best Downtowns in America, Greenville is a city with a strong job market that helps draw many young professionals to live and work. Higher education options include Furman, North Greenville and Bob Jones universities, and this fast-growing city features two main health care systems along with a downtown district that has become a destination for dining, shopping, entertainment and increased housing. http://bit.ly/2GhO8Dx

Hello again dear friends from Dr. Paulo, Dr. Diana, and the entire staff here at Newark's Vida Chiropractic. Let's talk posture! We often hear that good posture is essential for good health. Good posture affects your overall well being, specifically when it pertains to neck and spine health. We recognize poor posture when we see it in the form of unnatural body positions formed as a result of bad habits carried out over years. Chiropractors in general have a real grasp of the importance and necessity of good posture. http://bit.ly/2IY1VRB

Did you know? A carpal tunnel patient pays about $30,000 in medical bills and loses hours of productivity from work absences over his or her lifetime. Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most expensive of all work-related injuries. http://bit.ly/2IZXt4M

Did you know? A carpal tunnel patient pays about $30,000 in medical bills and loses hours of productivity from work absences over his or her lifetime. Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most expensive of all work-related injuries. http://bit.ly/2IZXt4M

After being indoors for months of cold weather, you probably cannot wait to gather with family and friends and enjoy quality time outside. Spring has finally arrived, so this is the season to spruce up your outdoor space. It is time to get your patio furniture out and start enjoying the outdoors again. Beautiful outdoor furniture rejuvenates your outdoor space so you can enjoy quiet and relaxing mornings with a cup of coffee and meals in the out of doors.. http://bit.ly/2GbMfrP

The Baker-Polito Administration today announced $450,000 in funding for the 2018 Commonwealth Woodstove Change-out Program, which provides rebates to homeowners who replace older, inefficient woodstoves with cleaner, EPA-certified wood and pellet stove models that use less fuel and reduce energy costs. The announcement was made by state energy and environment officials during a tour of the Fireplace Showcase in Seekonk. http://bit.ly/2G8SSiK

There may still be snow outside, but Spring is on the way; so start cycling or spinning to help reach your weight loss goals. In fact, cycling is a fun, low-impact and easy way to lose weight. Here are some of the reasons why it is such an effective. http://bit.ly/2GgRpmI

Saving for a down payment often represents the biggest hurdle for first-time home buyers. In December, 25% of buyers on realtor.com® who were looking to purchase their first home said a key factor holding them back was lacking funds for a down payment. No matter how you cut it, it represents a big chunk of cash. But here's the thing: It doesn't always need to be quite so big as most think. http://bit.ly/2GcULa4

Does the sight of your old and worn countertop make you cringe? Are you embarrassed when guests come over and the countertop is no longer attractive? Replacing the kitchen countertop is an easy solution. Yet, you may think it’s too much of an expense. As with any home improvement, you need to think about the intangible benefits, not just the short-term costs. http://bit.ly/2G8QOaG

Building a home requires a lot of decision-making and it's even more critical when it's your first time partaking in this process. Poor planning and extensive miscalculations can be very costly and time consuming to change. Below are a few things to keep in mind before you start the new home construction process. http://bit.ly/2GcF06Y

Spring may bring with it warmer weather but if you think the weather stays perfect throughout the season, think again. As the matter of fact, severe storms often occur during spring and summer because the warm air they bring forth is the main ingredient for the formation of thunderstorms. Due to this fact, many homebuyers in West Virginia now consider hurricane-proof modular homes for a sturdy shelter in times of harsh weather. http://bit.ly/2Gb67PW

House wrap is a synthetic material that is installed in modular homes to protect the house from moisture infiltration and prevent mold from growing inside the walls and attic. It serves as a weather-resistant barrier in addition to insulation that prevents moisture from damaging the exterior walls of the house. http://bit.ly/2G8oHbm

Running and jogging the beautiful hills of Austin is described as pure therapy. That is of course, until the day comes when various runner/jogger pains force you to either decrease your miles or put away your running shoes altogether. The doctors at TexStar Chiropractic specialize in treating Austin's running-related pain. http://bit.ly/2pCOqh0

Today's blog post is offered as a simple educational consult for those Austin area office workers who suffer back pain. Like countless American office workers across the country, you might experience increasing pain in your lower back. If this is you, don't feel alone. Some primary care physicians state that low back pain caused by prolonged sitting at office desks is the second most common reason for visiting the doctor after colds and flu. Those same doctors are increasingly referring their patients to their local chiropractor to relieve lower back pain as opposed to prescribing opioid-based pain medications. http://bit.ly/2GmNg3Q