[ by Dawne Belloise ] Mike Sharan had never been to Colorado, although he recalls hearing stories about it and one of his uncles actually graduated from Western State College (now Western Colorado University). Mike himself had dropped out of college in 2006 and was living a life of limbo in his mother’s Connecticut basement, … Read more
LUTSEN – Cascade Vacation Rentals continues to grow as it recently began managing the Poplar River Condos on Lutsen Mountain. The condominiums were formerly managed by Lutsen Resort, which took on a new owner in 2018. The addition of 72 rental units almost doubles the company’s portfolio. In all, Cascade manages 186 private homes and … Read more
Personal finance can be an all-encompassing concept, but it really boils down to how you want to save and invest your money. Investing in a certificate of deposit might be right for you if you are risk averse as it is a safe way to grow your money – if you are willing to leave … Read more
Aleksandar Nakic/Getty Images When it comes time for a remodel, many homeowners go to hardware stores like Lowe’s to purchase the materials they need to complete their home projects. It’s a smart idea, especially since the right projects can put more money in your pocket. Read: Here’s why 1 in 5 Americans are considering switching … Read more
Comment on this story comment A beautiful front door made of hardwood or decorative glass – or both – can enhance your appeal and welcome guests in style. But sometimes you need an extra layer of protection, whether it’s from the weather and insects or potential intruders. Depending on where you live, you may see … Read more
Aleksandar Nakic/Getty Images When it comes time for a remodel, many homeowners go to hardware stores like Lowe’s to purchase the materials they need to complete their home projects. It’s a smart idea, especially since the right projects can put more money in your pocket. Read: Here’s why 1 in 5 Americans are considering switching … Read more
CHAIRMAN, National Retail Solutions (NRS). NRS POS, NRS DIGITAL MEDIA, NRS PAY, NRS FUNDING and NRS PETRO: Helping independent retailers succeed. getty Every business owner understands that in order to see their business grow and thrive they need to manage every aspect and in hindsight it’s 20/20. The same goes for planning your budget. In … Read more
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Twin Cities resident Patric Richardson (laundryevangelist.com; Instagram @laundrypatric) has made a name for himself nationally by sharing his love of laundry. It’s ready and able to tackle everything from caring for the most delicate fabrics to fighting the most stubborn stains. The host of “The Laundry Guy” on HGTV and Discovery+ and author of “Laundry … Read more
Dear Penny, I had a handyman and two helpers who did remodeling in my house over a period of many months. Sometimes all three would come to my house; sometimes he would send one or the other to work at my house. The last job he did for me he said on the way out … Read more