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Have an Emergency Plan

One of the worst problems with a crisis is still dealing with the other details of life. Ensure that your money matters are covered, so if an emergency hits… you do not have to worry about the finances. The following is a list of key things to do ahead of time, before disaster strikes. 1. Create an emergency savings. How much you will set aside depends on many factors, but most experts agree that three months of your income is the minimum with six months of income the preferred. It is critical that this savings is in a liquid account … Continue reading →

What Is A Solar Oven?

Have you ever heard of a solar oven? Many people use one to save on the costs of cooking. A solar oven uses absolutely no electricity or gas to cook food, but just as its name suggests, solar energy. It is very energy efficient and frugal. Harvesting the power of the sun, a solar oven can be used in both summer and winter for cooking everything from meat to cookies. In the winter, you would just place your oven in such a way as to catch the maximum amount of sun. This type of oven is used primarily outside, although … Continue reading →