10 Ways to Sleep Better, Starting Tonight

We’ve all had those nights spent tossing and turning, anxiously counting down the few remaining hours until the alarm goes off and it will be time to drag ourselves out of bed and start the day. For some, this doesn’t happen very often, but for millions of people this has become the norm. If you dream of getting a good night’s sleep, read on! The following tips can help you get intentional about creating good sleep habits.

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5 Tips for Planning a Military Wedding

I married my Army man almost two years ago and had so much fun planning it that I decided to try to get into event planning. I’m super excited to share that with you, so soon after writing this post last month, expressing my fears about my burgeoning career already stagnating. Turns out, I was offered a job as the Director of Catering and Events at a country club! This new experience has been amazing, and I’m learning new things constantly.

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3 Credit Score Mistakes That Affect Home Buying

When it comes to buying a house, it’s no secret that credit scores matter. The higher your scores, the easier your access to the most sought after mortgage terms and interest rates.

To be sure, you don’t need sky-high credit to land a home loan. That’s especially true for VA home loans, which tend to feature more flexible and forgiving credit standards. But a solid credit profile can help maximize your budget and your buying power.

Here’s a look at three common mistakes that can hurt your credit, along with some simple yet concrete solutions.

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