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- John H. Connors

How Driving On Empty Affects Your Car

Running out of gas is something you don’t want to have happen while you’re driving, but what actually happens to your car when you run out of fuel? Will running out of gas actually damage your car’s engine or components? Engineering Explained breaks down the truth behind the claims and explains what happens to your car when you push it a little too far on empty.

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How to Decide if a Condo is Right for You

Maybe you’ve heard a little bit about what living in a condo entails; but you’re not sure if it’s the right choice for you. While there are a lot of perks to living in a condominium, there are also a lot of regulations and nuances that you have probably never experienced before when living in a house, dorm or apartment. 

Check out this list of pros and cons to help you decide if condo living is right for you: 

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Online Car Buying: How Does It Work?

If you're in the market for a new car, online car buying might seem like a hassle-free (and haggle-free) way to put those wheels in your driveway.

But the reality is that buying a car online is much more complicated than purchasing a new TV, a toaster or some other consumer product via the internet. However, it's certainly a good idea to do research when you’re contemplating a major purchase such as a vehicle, and the internet can be a good first step in the process even if you plan to complete a car purchase in person. Having explored your options online, you can head to the dealership equipped with information on features and prices.

If you like the convenience of buying a car online, here's some recommendations on how you can get your next ride entirely (or mostly) via the internet.

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8 Ways To Remove Stress From The home-Buying Process

Buying a home starts out as exciting, but often ends up being stressful. It’s not just the dizzying array of legal and financial details to be sorted out—it’s the fact that much of the home-buying process takes place under the pressure of a deadline.

Once you and the seller sign a purchase agreement, the clock starts ticking on getting everything lined up in time to close the deal. Here are steps that walk you through how to buy a house.

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Should I Move Myself or Hire a Mover?

If you’re planning to move, you might be weighing the pros and cons of moving yourself versus hiring a moving company. While cost is one consideration, your decision will likely depend on a number of factors, including how far you’re moving, how flexible you can be with your schedule, and how much of the moving you’re comfortable doing on your own.

For a simple cross-town move, inviting a few friends to help load and unload a rental truck could be a less pricey and more convenient alternative to hiring a moving company. Moving an entire two-story household over a long distance might go more smoothly with a team of professionals experienced in properly loading a truck and in navigating tight staircases with heavy furniture.

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