by Francine Dupont | Jan 11, 2024 | Dupont tips
Whether your goal is to lose one or 100, shedding pounds is no walk in the park. (Pardon the pun!) If you’re seeking to better your lifestyle, or know someone else who is, look no further for motivation than these five simple tips. 1. Make a commitment. Start by...
by Francine Dupont | Jan 5, 2024 | Dupont tips
With youth styles changing like the seasons, decorating a child’s bedroom can be a challenge. To avoid spending serious coin on makeovers, keep in mind these tips when decorating.1. Opt for a neutral color scheme. This doesn’t mean turn your child’s bedroom into...
by Francine Dupont | Jun 27, 2023 | Dupont tips
It’s hard to sit your kids down and talk about how to handle money without their eyes rolling up out of boredom. But, notes finance guru Jonathan Clements, author of ‘The Jonathan Clements Money Guide 2015,’ there are ways to turn everyday events into ‘teaching...
by Francine Dupont | May 28, 2023 | Dupont tips
The process of buying a home can feel a bit intimidating, even under normal circumstances. But today’s market is still anything but normal. There continues to be a very limited number of homes for sale, and that’s creating bidding wars and driving home prices...
by Francine Dupont | Apr 20, 2023 | Dupont tips
If you’re planning to buy a home, an inspection is an important step in the process. It assesses the condition of the home before you finalize the transaction. It’s also a different step in the process from an appraisal, which is a professional evaluation of the...
by Francine Dupont | Apr 5, 2023 | Dupont tips
Looking to switch careers but worried you don’t have enough time, energy or skills? Don’t let a fear of failure hold you back. Vincent Van Gogh was a school teacher and a student priest before he harnessed his talent as an artist – and Julia Child was an...