There are dozens of good-paying and rewarding career options for those with a high school diploma. Many of these jobs provide employees with on-the-job training and do not require specialized skill sets or college education. Others require certification to advance in the role. With hard work and training, you can…
Place individually wrapped cupcakes in a sturdy, airtight container and store in the freezer for up to three months. I like to use a glass or plastic container (rather than a plastic bag) when freezing frosted cupcakes – it protects the frosting a bit more and helps the icing hold…
For some co-ops or condos, an all-cash buyer may be a good candidate, depending on what the board is comfortable with. “An all-cash buyer wouldn’t have a mortgage, so the only expense is the maintenance or common charges, which allows room for lower income,” she explains. Co-ops generally are not…
To freeze cooked fish cakes, allow to cool completely to room temperature. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, then freeze until solid, about 2 hours. Transfer fish cakes to a freezer-safe airtight container. They will keep for up to 3 months. We suggest open freezing the assembled fishcakes on baking…
Your insurance company may also pay to provide you with temporary shelter until you rebuild or move. If you decide to move, that means you’ll need to sell your fire damaged house and get a new mortgage. Next to your insurance company, your mortgage lender is your most important contact…
Stainless steel containers are also great for freezing. You can use biscuit tins or other reclaimed metal containers with fitting lids, or purchase new metal containers specifically for the purpose. Some containers are metal with metal lids, some are sealable metal containers with silicone lids. It is not recommended to…
Nerdy tip: If you change your flight within 24 hours of booking, American Airlines will only give you a trip credit for the price difference. But, by canceling the original booking, you’ll get a full refund back on your card. Then, you can simply rebook at the cheaper price. Not…
Fixing nursemaid’s elbow is pretty simple, and safe to do at home as long as you’re certain that there’s no fracture (if there is a fracture, this procedure can make things worse). If you think your child has a nursemaid’s elbow, you can follow these steps at home: Have your…
No, you cannot freeze hard-boiled eggs in their shell. So, before you freeze your hard-boiled eggs you should always remove the shell. But this isn’t the only thing that you should remove. While eggs can be frozen, egg whites do not freeze well. Remember that hard boiled eggs have a…
Can I use a reverse mortgage loan to buy a home? Yes. There is a “Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) for Purchase” loan that allows people 62 and older to purchase a new principal residence with HECM loan proceeds. Not everyone qualifies for a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) for…