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How to Buy a House Using a Lease Option
You might have found your dream home, but your credit isn't quite high enough to qualify for a loan or you have no savings for a down payment. Don’t worry—a lease with an option to buy might be perfect for you. With this arrangement, you pay rent and have...
How to Choose a Credit Counseling Agency
If you're struggling with debt, it can seem as though there's no one to turn to. In reality, there are plenty of people and agencies willing to talk with you about your debt concerns. The question is, are they worth talking to? The answer depends on the a...
How to Cut a Picture Mat
Mats are used in framing photographs and artwork to center the focus of the picture and give it a sense of spatial depth. The addition of a sleek, well-cut mat can greatly enhance the look of any framed picture, but having a mat cut and frame made commerc...
How to Slip Punches in Boxing
If you've ever seen Muhammad Ali in a boxing match, it is likely that one of your most pressing questions is, "Why can't the other boxer hit him?" Early in his career, Ali bragged that he never trained hard for fights. Truly, his greatest talent was an al...
How to Avoid Smiling at Inappropriate Times
There are many reasons that people smile or laugh. Usually, people smile because they feel happy or comfortable. However, sometimes they smile when it's actually inappropriate. This is usually caused by nervousness and not knowing how to respond in a give...
How to Create and Develop a Fictional Character
Creating a character for a story can be a daunting task, as you want your character to feel complete, complex, and relatable to your readers—just like living people. To accomplish that, you must create a detailed character profile that carries your charac...
How to Get Skinny Legs Quick
Getting slim, toned legs is a great fitness goal! You can’t really target a single body part in your workouts, but eating right and exercising can have a big impact on your legs and may help you achieve your goals.[1] X Expert Source Brendon Rea...
How to Be Yourself
"Be yourself" is quite possibly the most commonly used phrase in the history of individualist-based advice. Be yourself. It's such a vague adage. What does it really mean, to be yourself? And is it really as easy as it sounds? With the steps below, it can...
How to Duplicate Items in Oblivion for the Xbox 360
Want to duplicate items in your inventory in Oblivion? There's a little trick to it -- you just have to get some arrows, start an action, and unequip or equip your arrows in the middle of it. Then all you have to do is find the item you want to duplicate...
How to Do a Daniel Fast
There are two references to fasting in the biblical book of Daniel from which the "Daniel Fast" is drawn. Daniel, chapter 1, describes how Daniel and his three friends ate only vegetables and drank only water. (Daniel 1)[1] X Research source...
How to Find an Apartment
Whether you’re new to a city or relocating to a different building or neighborhood, it can take a great deal of time and effort to find the perfect apartment. To find the ideal place you will need to think about your finances, your lifestyle, and the rent...
How to Get Soft Skin on Your Legs
Soft, silky legs are a must-have for short skirts and shorts, not to mention bathing suit season. But what if you find your legs looking dull, cracked, or patchy? Don’t worry: it’s easy to bring tired-looking skin back from the brink with some TLC. Just s...
Overcoming Empty Nest Syndrome: Tips and Advice
Your kids are all grown up and off to live on their own. This is supposed to be a triumphant moment when all of the hard work you put into raising them is finally paying off. But a lot of parents feel sadness and loneliness that can be overwhelming—a cond...
How to Write a Business Plan
If you’re interested in starting your own business, by now you probably know that writing a business plan is one of the first steps. But what should a business plan include? How detailed should it be? Do you need to do research first? Don’t worry—below we...
How to Be a Teenage Role Model
While many people think of role models as famous figures or historic personalities, each and every one of us has the opportunity to be a role model in everyday life. Even as a teenager, you have the ability to inspire your peers and those younger than you...