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Whether you’re getting way ahead on your wedding registry, mapping out your ideal kitchen, looking to treat yourself, or simply window-shopping, these are the kitchen tools and gadgets that will make every visitor stop to admire your cookspace. To buy: $600, crateandbarrel.com To buy: $128, westelm.com To buy: From $150, crateandbarrel.com To buy: $68, anthropologie.com To buy: $150, crateandbarrel.com To buy: $28, westelm.com To buy: $140, crateandbarrel.com To buy: $22, anthropologie....

Another biggie: Give a heads-up on attire. Shorts? Tank top? Sundress? Give guests a sense of the vibe: “You wear the flip-flops; we’ll flip the burgers” or “Bring your swimsuits!” RELATED: The 15 Best Places to Buy Outdoor Patio Furniture Online Renting can be another surprisingly cheap way to go. Folding chairs start as low as $2 each. (You may also be able to rent coolers, speakers, tableware, and a bigger grill....

The U.S. government has been grappling with proposals aimed at canceling student loan debt, but because it’s a complicated and controversial issue, the process has been moving along in fits and starts. In the meantime, those 43 million people are still looking for solutions to this financial burden. If student debt is weighing heavily on your mind, not to mention your day-to-day lifestyle, it may be time to search for an employer that is willing to help you pay off some of that debt....

We’ve narrowed it down to the 22 can’t-miss deals your skin will thank you for shopping—keep reading and hurry to shop them before Prime Day officially rolls around. Best Early Prime Day Face and Eye Cream Deals Even though summer’s humid weather might make you feel like skipping moisturizer, it’s important to still finish off your daily skincare routine with face creams since they seal in all the serums, toners, and eye gels you apply to your skin—not to mention infuse your skin with even more ingredients like vitamin C, niacinamide, and SPF....

“For any trending or popular toys, electronics, and beauty items, don’t wait and buy now,” says Kristen Gall, retail and shopping expert with Rakuten. With inventory shortages stemming from global supply chain issues, you’ll run the risk of these items going out of stock before you get the chance to purchase them," warns Gall. If you’re sticking to a budget during the holidays, avoid overspending by starting early and scoping out deals ahead of time on the items on your list, so you can get them as soon as those Black Friday or Cyber Monday deals start....

While chamomile tea is good for many things and is a great caffeine-free drink option, it’s not for everyone. (Like any plants, chamomile can cause rare allergic reactions in some people, and not enough studies have been done on its long-term safety for doctors to recommend drinking it during pregnancy.) Here are some of the most well-known chamomile tea benefits for health concerns adults face. Anxiety According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, 40 million Americans suffer from anxiety disorders, making it the most common mental illness in the United States....

Failing to pay credit card balances off in full each month The first lesson applies to all credit card users. If you’re using your rewards credit card to accrue points or miles from everyday spending for groceries, entertainment, household expenses, and gas, be sure to pay your monthly credit card statement in full and on time each month. “I think the biggest mistake is carrying a balance,” shares Ted Rossman, Creditcards....

Truth is, some chemical-based cleaners are dangerous if not handled correctly. Here are some common mistakes to avoid, along with the right way to store all of the new additions to your cleaning supply stash. RELATED: 7 Cleaning Mistakes That Are Actually Unsafe If you can, limit the chemical cleaners to high-touch surfaces (countertops, doorknobs, faucets) and continue to use more natural solutions on other areas, such as windows and mirrors....

1. Rent the Runway Rent the Runway offers wear-and-return attire options for everything from black-tie galas to the office—but did you know you can rent fine jewelry too? Request a one-time rental for a specific event or sign up to receive monthly shipments of beautiful jewelry for as little as $6 per piece. 2. Flont Wish your jewelry box was overflowing with designer pieces? Flont can make that happen. At $59 per month, a Flont membership gives you access to jewelry from renowned fashion houses and need-to-know newcomers—and everything in between....

Based on this, I probably don’t need to tell you that I’m a longtime fan of the Cheap Old Houses Instagram account. Founded by Elizabeth and Ethan Finkelstein as a way to showcase—and ideally, save—some of the incredible, affordable historical homes remaining in the U.S., the account has amassed more than 1.9 million followers since its first post in 2016. Bonded by a shared love of wavy glass, kitchen built-ins, and original plumbing fixtures, what began on social media morphed into an active online community, and ultimately, a movement of people interested in and dedicated to preserving old houses....

Whether or not you believe in karma—financial or otherwise—one piece of this philosophy is certainly true: When you act with respect and integrity when it comes to money (yours and that of other people in your life), you’re more likely to be in good financial standing in the future. Here’s how you should handle your financial karma if: Fix your financial faux pas: If you have the money to pay back the person you owe money to, pay it back....

As the term implies, underearning occurs when someone makes under their potential and has a mental block around deserving or earning more. It can feel like being stuck in a loop—only making enough to get by. It can be caused by an accumulation of bad habits or even a mindset full of limiting beliefs. Either way, anyone suffering from underearning deserves to break the cycle. According to Stanny, underearners “have a high tolerance for low pay....

Included among Nordstrom’s extensive collection of online beauty products, 54 Thrones uses Africa-grown, skin-nourishing ingredients to create its line. Shoppers can choose from soaps, oils, masks, and more, but it’s the brand’s Beauty Butter that’s earned continued rave reviews from customers, including Oprah. Sold individually and as a set of five minis, Beauty Butter should be applied to the hands and face as a skin moisturizer. Infused with hydrating ingredients like shea butter, jojoba, almond, and avocado oil, the butters are “non-greasy” and “leave skin super-soft,” Sephora shoppers wrote....

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Multi-generational living is on the rise. Since the start of the pandemic, many have invited their aging parents to join the household, or they’ve welcomed their college-age kids back to the nest. No matter the situation, a separate guest house will help your family stay close, while maintaining a healthy dose of distance. Since all of these thoughtfully designed house plans were created with coordinating sheds or tiny houses in mind, you can be sure the two buildings will work together seamlessly on your property....

“Pumpkin seeds are one of the foods I categorize almost medicinally because of all their benefits,” says Carolyn Brown, M.S., R.D., co-founder of Indigo Wellness Group. Pumpkin seeds (often sold in stores as pepitas) offer a broad and seriously impressive range of health benefits from reducing stress to improving fertility. As it turns out, pumpkin seeds aren’t the only seed that packs a superstar nutritional punch. “Seeds are powerhouses that you can actually grow an entire plant from,” explains Brown....