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Buyer beware: 4 tips for buying new products from online marketplaces
(BPT) - During the holiday season, shoppers everywhere are hunting for great bargains and unique items online. Today's online marketplaces - where anyone can buy or sell new items - are numerous, offering a wide variety of products. Examples include eBay, Facebook Marketplace, OfferUp and Swappa, ju ... MORE
Last-Minute Halloween Costumes for Little Ones
(BPT) - Spooky season is here and it's time for parents to pick the cutest costume for their little ones.Carter's, the most trusted brand in baby and children's apparel, has Halloween covered with their costume assortment and Bold Basics line that can be mixed and matched to create the best do-it-yo ... MORE
5 ways to enjoy the holidays without breaking your budget
(BPT) - A new survey reveals that Americans say the holidays will give them something positive to look forward to, after many people had to curtail last year's holiday celebrations due to the pandemic. In the new 2021 Coinstar Holiday Survey, respondents said that while gift buying may go down this ... MORE
6 best ways to shop pre-Black Friday deals
(BPT) - For many, Black Friday is one of the biggest shopping days of the year. But the holiday shopping season seems to start earlier and earlier each year. Retailers are no longer waiting for traditional dates to offer their best deals and sales on must-have gifts. In fact, sales are already happe ... MORE
5 simple ways to make a difference this holiday
(BPT) - There are 43.5 million moms in the U.S., many of whom are more focused than ever on doing good for their families as conscious consumerism continues to grow. In fact, 80% of moms think that by making small changes in their purchasing habits, they can have a positive impact on their community ... MORE
6 holiday gift ideas to help reduce screen time for kids
(BPT) - Watching TV, playing video games, tapping from app to app - the pull of screen time can be irresistible for kids and creates an ongoing dilemma for many parents. While technology is a wonderful resource for staying connected, experts agree that less is more - especially for kids."As the holi ... MORE
Supercharge your diet with foods rich in vitamin D
(BPT) - When you think of healthy bones, calcium likely comes to mind. However, without another powerhouse nutrient, your body can't absorb calcium. You need adequate amounts of vitamin D to keep your bones strong, which many people get from sunlight. The problem is, when shorter days arrive in the ... MORE
Three Ways to Travel Smarter This Holiday Season
(BPT) - For many of us, this holiday season means celebrating with family and friends and making new, lasting memories. Some of us might even be planning to travel to be with family and friends across the country, while staying cognizant of CDC travel guidelines and restrictions. Before you book you ... MORE
3 simple DIY bathroom updates with high impact
(BPT) - Bathrooms are consistently at the top of home improvement wish lists, where they often remain due to the misconception that updating the space requires a full remodel. The truth is that anyone can elevate their current bathroom with some strategic updates that provide impressive results with ... MORE
4 home upgrades to help you get ready for holiday guests
(BPT) - Many people are happy to welcome back friends and family in their homes again. In anticipation of the holiday season, you might consider updating your house now, so entertaining is a joy in the many months of celebration to come.Home improvements that add function and support when entertaini ... MORE
Winter is coming, are you ready for cuffing season?
(BPT) - It's that time of year when the leaves change color, the days begin to get a little shorter, sweater weather commences and the desire to hibernate with a winter fling sets in. Cuffing season is here.Whether it's exhaustion from the summer dating scene or proactively searching for your cuffin ... MORE
10 Pumpkin Carving Hacks to Make Your Halloween Less Scary
(BPT) - Hacking away aimlessly is best left for the Halloween horror films. To help create your best Jack-O'-Lantern this fall, consider the following tips from the experts at Pumpkin Masters®, creators of the world's first pumpkin-carving kit.'Pumpkin carving is a fun, but sometimes frustra ... MORE
5 Tips to Make Holiday Shopping Easier This Year
(BPT) - The holidays are right around the corner, which means it's time to start planning how you'll be celebrating this season - from how you'll decorate your home to what you'll serve on your table to what gifts you'll give your loved ones. No matter what you're preparing this season, one thing is ... MORE
Spooky Season Is Here! How To Brighten Up Your Space With This DIY Light-Up Spider
(BPT) - It's that time of year again, time to decorate your home with all things fall, from pumpkins to leaves and of course, Halloween decorations! Whether you go all out or like to add a few decorations here and there, this adorable DIY light up spider is the perfect addition to anyone's seasonal ... MORE
5 easy ways to plan ahead for the holidays
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Kitchen and bath upgrades to do before the holidays
(BPT) - Days are beginning to shorten and the evening air has a hint of coolness, which means soon there will be thoughts of planning for the holiday season. Many homeowners saved money during the past year due to putting vacations on hold, working from home and not spending as much on events. More ... MORE
Stock your 2021 holiday shopping list with experiential gifts
(BPT) - After nearly 18 months of celebrating anniversaries, birthdays and graduations through video chat, people are vying for in-person connection with friends and family. With the holiday season around the corner, there is no better way to reconnect with loved ones than through gifting a new expe ... MORE
Dark chocolate is a top 2021 food trend
(BPT) - Throughout the pandemic people have turned to their favorite foods to bring them joy. However, with a new focus on wellness, people are taking a fresh approach to classic comfort foods. Chocolate is the perfect example - as sales soar globally, dark chocolate is emerging as a top food trend, ... MORE
Picture perfect pup: 5 easy dog photography tips
(BPT) - Loyal, loving, quirky and kind - a dog brings so much joy to life. It comes as no surprise that pet parents take ample pictures of furry family members. Dogs are a favorite subject matter for amateur and professional photographers, and countless framed photographs and slews of social media i ... MORE
Fun and festive ideas for celebrating Halloween 2021
(BPT) - Recent research from the National Confectioners Association (NCA) found that 82% of people plan to celebrate Halloween this year, including 93% of millennial parents. Whether you enjoy a traditional Halloween or plan to celebrate your own way this year, Halloween is more than a one-day holid ... MORE
Pay for your vacation by renting your home while away
(BPT) - Traveling is part of the human experience. Whether you prefer meandering road trips to small towns, focused explorations of top tourist destinations or fast flights to energetic big city escapes, traveling is one of the things people missed most during the pandemic.Now that travel is rebound ... MORE
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