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What cars that won’t quit mean to you as an investor
Getting older isn’t a great thing for people, but it’s not such a bad thing when it comes to cars.
Remember the “good old days” back in the 60s and 70s, when six years was about all you could expect from a car? OK, you probably don’t. Still, when the car hit 100,000 miles, it was getting near time to head to the junkyard.
Times have certainly changed: The average age for a passenger car reached a record 9.4 years, according to automotive researcher R.L. Polk & Co. in the report, “U.S. Vehicle Median Age Increased in 2008.”
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With these glues, you can
fix almost anything that's broken.
Ceramic or Glass
What broke: Glass or ceramic (porcelain, earthenware, etc.) used with food, such as a plate or a coffee mug.
The fix: Elmer's…
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Fifteen-minute projects that won't
put a dent in your weekend.
Scuffed Linoleum
Rub the spot with white toothpaste and a dry cloth or with an eraser. Or spray WD-40 on a towel and rub lightly, making sure to degrease the area afterward with liquid dishwashing…
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Avoid pouring money down
the drain with these smart tips.
Get free DIY advice. Go to youtube.com and type in “askthebuilder” for how-to videos on simple procedures, like replacing a faucet or a light fixture.
Be flexible. "Ask a tradesman…
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With my <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.savingtoinvest.com/2008/11/car-repairs-5-tips-to-avoid-getting.html">recent personal experience</a> in mind and research from around the web here are <strong>five tips to avoid getting ripped off</strong> the next time you are at the mechanic's: Read More »
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It seems like only yesterday we were vowing to get on top of that to-do list and now loved ones (and other guests) are on their way over. Suddenly, your home needs help--fast! Sound familiar? Not to worry: here are a few quickie repairs and cover-ups you can do pronto. When your guests leave you can... Read More »
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