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Natural Solutions for Garden Pests

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There are ones built up with lumber or brick, ones that are level with the ground, and even some fancy work with stone. Slugs are a big issue in our area, being that it rains so much, so the garden we chose has a brick wall built around it and plenty of room for bark mulch.

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How to Buy an Eco-Friendly Home If You Can’t Afford to Build One

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If you have the option, always go with a brick structure. Durability aside, you can count on a brick home to be more welcoming in the event of a future eco-friendly interior overhaul if you ever choose to commit to one. It insulates heat during the winter and keeps it out during the summer.

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How to Compost Without Fancy Equipment

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It can be made from wire mesh and wooden planks, or bricks or any other material that will hold the compost until it’s ready to be used. If you’re concerned about durability, using bricks would make it last longer. Using scrap material is the most cost-effective method of making a bin.

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Smart and Frugal Tips for the Non-Traditional Student

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For instance, if you’re deciding to go the online college route and wish to transfer to a brick and mortar university, be aware that the credits at some distance learning institutions are not transferable to most colleges.

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A Case for Starting an Online Business on the Side

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You don’t need to build a brick and mortar store, staff it, buy equipment or really spend more than $100 to start a business, if you do it online. My second one was free to start. I only had to buy supplies when I had an order. You can use what is in your head (your brain!) and sell ideas, or your art.

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Christmas Shopping the Smart Way

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With more and more online stores offering free shipping (and often lower prices than those you can find in brick and mortar stores), shopping online is often the easiest, quickest way to knock out your holiday shopping. If you are going to shop online, try to use a credit card.

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Is Your Smartphone Putting You at Financial Risk?

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Remote check deposit means that it’s been months since I’ve set foot inside my brick and mortar bank. My smartphone even served as a boarding pass the last time I got on an airplane. My smartphone has even made it easier for me to do my banking. I can quickly and easily transfer money between accounts.

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