Expected family contribution (EFC) is a calculation based on information provided on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) to estimate how much a student and their family are able to pay out of pocket towards college expenses. The resulting figure is used by colleges and the government to determine how much need-based financial […]
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Before you start trading on the market, read our guide to understand the pros and cons of common vs. preferred stock.
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Low float stocks are a popular type of investment for day traders since they may allow them to earn continuous profits throughout a single trading session. Letâs explore what low float stocks are, some ways to find and trade them, and some of the risks and benefits to these types of trades. What Is Float […]
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Vinegar is not just for the kitchen; it gets grease out of oily hair! Simply shampoo your hair as usual, rinse, then pour ¼ cup vinegar over it and rinse again.
To preserve that amazing color you got at the salon, rinse your hair regularly with white vinegar to seal the hair cuticle.
Let’s face it: No one likes to talk about it, but foot fungus happens. Before you head to the doctor, give this simple home remedy a try. Soak your feet in white vinegar once a day for a few days. If it doesn’t clear up, it’s time to seek professional help.
A vinegar bath will also help tackle foot odor.
Between washes, vinegar can help revive hair. Add 1 teaspoon vinegar to 2 cups water in a spray bottle, and spritz onto your roots.
If you have an unsightly nail fungus that makes you want to hide your hands or feet from view, you’ll love this tip. Soak your nails in a mixture of 1 cup vinegar and 2 cups warm water every day for 15 minutes. The acid in the vinegar will attack the fungus, leaving you with lovelier nails.
The acid in vinegar can soothe the stinging and pain caused by jellyfish venom. Some research has found that it can actually prevent the release of more venom as well.
Be prepared by keeping a small container of vinegar in your beach bag.
To ease sunburn pain, rub vinegar on the affected area with a cotton ball or soft cloth.
If you or your children are prone to swimmer’s ear, a bacterial infection of the ear canal, take this precaution when enjoying time in the pool, ocean, or lake: Dab a solution of 1 part vinegar and 5 parts warm water into each ear three times a day. The vinegar will ward off bacteria and keep ears pain-free.
Here’s an effective method for cleaning dentures that works just as well as the expensive tablets: Soak them overnight in a solution of one part white vinegar and one part water. The acidity of the vinegar fights tartar buildup and removes stains.
Just dampen a cotton ball with vinegar and plug the nostril. The acetic acid in the vinegar cauterizes the wound.
Prep for manicures and pedicures by soaking your fingers and toes in a bowl of white vinegar for just 5 minutes.
If you plan on applying nail polish, prepping with vinegar may help the polish last longer.
Are you one of those people who seems to get bruises from every simple brush or bump? You can speed healing of simple bruises with vinegar! It helps dissolve the pooled blood that causes the bruise by enhancing blood flow. Simply soak a cotton ball in vinegar to create a compress and apply to your skin for up to 30 minutes. Gently massage the area as you apply, if it feels comfortable. Use twice a day and rinse after each application.
So many supposed “cures” for hiccups get shared. But the only one many experts stand behind is downing a swig of vinegar. The dosage: Just a teaspoon of any kind of vinegar (though some say apple cider vinegar is more palatable). You can mix it in a bit of water, as needed. Exactly why it works hasn’t been discovered, but it’s suspected that it somehow calms the spasms that bring on hiccups.
Is the itch driving you crazy? Dab the area with a cotton ball soaked in vinegar.
Skip this remedy if you’ve already scratched the area raw. Remember, scratching will only make the itch worse and slow healing.
While it won’t get rid of lice on its own, white vinegar can make it much easier to remove those sticky eggs, called nits. Vinegar works by dissolving the sticky solution that secures the lice eggs to your hair. Then you can use a special nit comb to remove nits from the hair. Mix equal parts white vinegar and water, then dip the nit comb into the mixture. Repeat dipping the comb as needed.
Be careful not to get vinegar near the eyes.
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Closed-End funds, or CEFs, are a lesser-known type of investment fund that may benefit income investors who are looking to build a portfolio that provides both diversification and passive income. Similar to other funds such as index funds, mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs), CEFs pool together funds to purchase a basket of different types […]
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If youâre struggling under a mountain of student debt, youâre not alone. After all, the average debt load for a recent undergrad is around $30,000. The worst thing to do when experiencing difficulty repaying student loans is to just stop making payments. If more than 270 days pass on a federal student loan payment, or […]
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