Signs your HVAC unit could be fading
HVAC systems are worth their weight in gold during the dog days of summer and the cold nights of winter in the Midwest. Of course, such systems must be replaced from time to time. Learning to recognize the signs of a fading HVAC system can help homeowners replace...
5 ways to support small businesses this holiday shopping season
Small businesses long have been the heart and soul of local communities. There is something to be said about being on a first-name basis with a local restaurateur or another small business owner, as such familiarity often translates into exemplary service. According...
DIY strategies to deep-clean carpeting
What’s underfoot in a home can go a long way toward making residences comfortable and aesthetically appealing. A study of homebuyer preferences using data from the National Association of Realtors® found that 54 percent of home buyers were willing to pay more for a...
Learn how to carve a better pumpkin
Toothy grins and a mesmerizing orange glow help make jack-o’-lanterns captivating sights come Halloween. Pumpkin carving is an autumn tradition and runs the gamut of simple designs to more intricate artwork worthy of any medium. Although anyone can grab a pumpkin and...
TMS named a 2021 top low-cost franchise
LUCAS, OH – Worldwide small business magazine Entrepreneur has again named Ohio-headquartered Town Money Saver (TMS) a 2021 top low-cost franchise – one of the top 100 franchises for less than $50K to be specific. The honor is the fifth consecutive year the flagship...
FBR Names Town Money Saver a Top Franchise
LUCAS, OH – Marketing and advertising franchisor Town Money Saver was named a Top Franchise for 2021 by Franchise Business Review, according to its annual survey. This is the 16th annual ranking of the 200 best franchise opportunities as rated by franchise business...
Who is Jack O’Lantern?
Halloween as candy corn and costumes. Even though these carved pumpkins have become synonymous with Halloween, the festive gourds weren't always tied to the October holiday. The history behind jack-o'-lanterns is not entirely known. But there are multiple origin...
What to do to prepare your garden for winter
Preparing gardens for winter is an important step that can help homeowners ensure their gardens return to full strength in the spring. The tasks necessary to prepare gardens for winter may depend on what homeowners are planting, but the following are some general maintenance suggestions that can keep gardens safe this winter.
How to support small businesses this holiday season
As small businesses face difficult challenges, it’s no surprise that many consumers want to support locally owned small businesses this holiday season. Such support not only can help small businesses, but also can help to revitalize local communities.
TMS franchisees earn ‘rock star’ status
LEBANON, OH – Town Money Saver franchisees and and married couple Jerry and Fae Ochs have been recognized as Franchise Rock Stars by independent market research firm Franchise Business Review. This year’s Franchise Rock Stars were selected from over 28,000...