When you’re planning a road trip, the right supply checklist can help reduce hassles and enhance enjoyment during your journey. Here are a few essentials to include. Car information. Keep your license, registration, insurance docs, and owner’s manual in the glove box. Automotive essentials. A spare tire and a car emergency kit including booster cables, lights, and standard emergency gear
Safety is a top concern for many families looking to buy a new home. A little research can put your mind at ease. Here are some tips for checking out your potential new neighborhood, both online and in person. Check crime reports online A home buyer’s first question concern is often crime rates. CrimeReports.com will show you a map of
Most homeowners automatically think it has to take 30 years to pay for a house. That’s why many people are surprised to find out that refinancing to a 15-year contract is possible for them – and often makes more sense. If you currently have a 30-year contract, refinancing to a 15-year one can allow you to: 1- Own your own
When you obtain a mortgage to purchase a home, you have to buy homeowner’s insurance for it. Don’t leave that to the last minute, or it can delay your home purchase. Homeowner’s insurance may help to repair or replace your home and belongings if they are damaged by certain perils covered by your policy. You’ll need to reach out to
As we reach the middle of Ramadan, in many communities, things are a little quieter. The early crowds have subsided and the crowds of the last 10 nights haven’t started yet. But this isn’t the time to get lax: We’ve entered the days of forgiveness. Shaddad ibn Aws said that the prophet Muhammad said the following dua is the best
The mercy of this month becomes clear to many participants by the end of the first day. As Ramadan approaches, the idea of fasting can be daunting. But somehow, it’s often easier than expected—and somehow, easier to fast during Ramadan than other times. When we’re not fasting, we might find our stomachs rumbling by early morning. During Ramadan, many find
Ramadan is the month of endless spiritual opportunities in so many ways—including the opportunity to make dua that Allah SWT promises to accept. The Prophet Muhammad (SAW) said: “The supplications of three persons are never turned away: a just ruler, a fasting person until he breaks his fast, and the supplication of an oppressed person …” (Sunan Ibn Majah) Make
There’s nothing more timeless than religion and few things more ephemeral than technology. But sometimes they work really well together. Here are 8 top apps to help you make the most of Ramadan: 8. Shopping: Scan Halal Grocery shopping for an iftar and not sure if something is halal? Scan the barcode to quickly find out. This app still has
An underwriter is a person at the home financing company who takes all the information related to your application and reviews it. Then, based on the company’s requirements, the underwriter makes a decision as to whether the financer will approve your application for financing. To complete this process, the underwriter reviews documents such as bank statements and tax returns. He