Homefront - Kitchen Improvements that Boost Home Value - 01/20/12 07:22 PM

 
 
Picking the right upgrades can help set your home apart and above the competition in a hotly contested real estate market. Moreover, kitchen upgrades are the sorts of improvements that you and your family will benefit from and enjoy, given that the kitchen serves as the nexus for many families. You cook in your kitchen, you eat there, you talk there, and you even play there, so why not make it the best it can be?   When you pencil things out, the numbers of a kitchen upgrade are quite compelling in terms of adding value to a … (0 comments)

Homefront Finance - Protect Yourself from Identity Theft - 01/20/12 07:16 PM

 
 
What is identity theft? Identity theft occurs when someone uses your personal identifying information, like your name, Social Security number or credit card number, without your permission, to commit fraud or other crimes.   How can you find out if your identity was stolen? The best way to find out is to monitor your accounts and bank statements each month, and check your credit report at least once per year from each of the three major credit bureaus. You can request a free credit report at www.annualcreditreport.com.   You can minimize your risk of becoming a victim of … (0 comments)