Margaritas in a villa by the seaFriday, July 8, 2011 @ 9:00AMTODAY'S retirees who downsize are looking for a sea or tree change close to home and their existing networks.
Real Estate: One-time homeowners again on the hunt to ownWednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 11:11PMBruce and Ramona Levey lived for five years with their Shih Tzu, Lucia, in a 2-story Colonial they owned in East Islip. But the homeowners decided to start renting in Coram since they didn’t know where they wanted to live permanently. “We said let’s keep our money, take our time and decide,” said Bruce, 55, [...]
Last-minute gift ideas for Father's DayThursday, June 16, 2011 @ 1:52PMFather's Day is just around the corner. If you're like a lot of people, you're likely struggling to come up with a gift idea for dear old dad.
Should you buy or rent when you retire?Monday, June 13, 2011 @ 2:00AMHere’s how to sort out the pros and cons of this important decision
A life rebuilt: 25 years after farm crisis, Masseys have reboundedSunday, June 5, 2011 @ 9:36AMIn 1986, a photograph of the Masseys was beamed around the globe. Sue, holding toddler Naomi, was weeping on the shoulder of Ken, who wore a look of stunned silence. The Hollandale farm on which they lived had just been sold at a foreclosure auction. In an instant, it was time for them to find a new life.
A tip from the pumps: Consolidate your tripsThursday, May 19, 2011 @ 8:27AMPhoto by Nate Cook Carroll Kotouc pumps gas at Good and Quick on Monday, May 9. Gas prices hit about $3.89 a gallon in the last few days, but nationally they seem to be on the decline.
Screwfix Boosts Landscaping and Outdoor RangeWednesday, May 18, 2011 @ 3:34AMYEOVIL, England, May 18, 2011 /PRNewswire/ With the gardening season already in full swing, Screwfix has given a boost to its landscaping and outdoor product range to ensure that customers are up-to-date with the latest equipment and deals …
Henry Bromelkamp and Jeff Nelson: Editorial was right on the moneyThursday, May 12, 2011 @ 7:06PMThanks for your editorial about the constitutional marriage amendment that lawmakers are proposing.
Downsizing boomers drawn to new urban vibe of close-in neighborhoodsTuesday, April 26, 2011 @ 7:10PMDean Bartoli Smith Freelancer Empty nesters are downsizing and moving closer in to Arlington, Bethesda and Washington to rid themselves of traffic problems and yard work and bri-ng their families closer together. Rising gas prices and increasing traffic are even pushing some retirees to ditch their cars along with the lawn mowing and snow shoveling. Boomers with children and grandchildren also ...