When Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mid-Maine submits grant proposals to foundations, the group breaks down program income budgets into three categories: committed, pending, and planned. Committed income ...

Budgeting is one of the most important skills a homeowner can have. Planning ahead and budgeting for home projects can help prevent unexpected costs and ensure your projects go smoothly from start to ...

Improving curb appeal doesn’t always require a major renovation or a big budget. With just a weekend and a few simple updates, you can give your home’s exterior a fresh, welcoming look. Many of these ...

Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...