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This Holiday Gift Guide Helps Last-Minute Shoppers Find Perfect Items For Everyone On The List

Year after year, some seem to save holiday gift shopping for the very eve of the season. Maybe it’s the rush of the crowds, hustle in the hunt for the right presents or sheer exhilaration of it all. If you’re looking for some last-minute guidance as you stop by the local downtown shopping centers, malls or big-box stores, then you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll outline some of the hottest gifts for the 2017 season – including a digital antenna and DIY computer kit for kids – and ways that purchasing them can even save you money in the long run.

 Trusted Technology: Want to give two gifts at once? Then a digital antenna is the way to go and here’s why. This device, which connects to any modern television set, provides for improved signal strength and picture quality from major broadcast stations. That means crystal-clear reception of news, sports, classic movies, children’s programming and more. The catch here – and it’s a good one – is that the dozens upon dozens of channels that a digital antenna provides for allows consumers to ditch their cable TV service provider. On average, this can accumulate to more than $1,200 in savings annually.

 Useful Additions: According to a 2017 gift guide from The New York Times, there are quite a few technologically-advanced presents you can give loved ones to brighten up their homes. Beyond a digital antenna, the newspaper recommends a digital photo frame. Retailing for around $100, consumers who pick this item up will certainly please any recipient who has a penchant for photography and wants to display many of their shots on a single device for all to see.

 For the Kids: We’re sure you’ll agree that the holidays are a special time for children. With that in mind, the Times has plenty of suggestions for gifts for little ones. From a tricycle that’s suitable to children as young as nine months old to a do-it-yourself computer construction kit and a new camera from Fuji that immediately prints your photos on a tangible format, there’s no shortage of options no matter what interest the recipient has.

 For Yourself: Winter isn’t exactly a time when outdoor activities are always possible. For those looking to set a New Year’s Resolution centered around being more active, the Times says new treadmills that retail for around $1,000 can be placed in a living room and give you the chance to watch some of your favorite TV programming while getting a respectable workout.

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How to Properly Mount a TV

If you are bringing home a new TV for a present this holiday season be sure you know how to properly mount it. Mounting a TV takes a lot of skill, precision, and other traits to ensure that it does not fall off the wall. There’s too many stories and videos going around of improperly mounted TVs crashing to the ground because they were not mounted properly. Here’s how you should mount a clear TV to the wall.

Pick the Right Height

Each and every room is designed differently from house to house. That’s why you need to choose the right height before mounting a TV to the wall. Sit in your chair or on the couch while two people hold the TV against the wall at different heights. You need to get a sense of how comfortable you are looking at the screen before you decide on a spot for mounting.

Check Measurements

Once you pick the height for the TV you can begin to make your measurements. Check them multiple times before drilling holes in the wall. Use the instructions provided with the mount to ensure that you are measuring out the proper distances between screws. Make sure the brackets are screwed to the TV before you move further along in the mounting process.

Use the Right Tools

Never start a project unless you have all of the proper tools needed. You don’t want to get halfway through and have to stop because you are missing a tool. This type of project requires an adjustable wrench, a drill, a tape measure, drywall saw, level, utility knife, socket set, stud finder and screwdrivers.

If you are planning to mount your new TV to the wall in your home, be sure you follow the steps outlined in this post to ensure that it does not come crashing down into a million pieces.

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Consumers Tired Of Being Squeezed By Cable Companies Now Have Affordable Alternative

For years and years, people who wanted to watch ESPN had to pony up and pay a cable bill. With that cable bill came access to hundreds of channels – the majority of which went entirely unwatched – as well as ESPN. It  finally looks like ESPN’s ownership, none other than the Walt Disney Co., has finally gotten the message: We cash-strapped consumers of American can no longer afford cable TV. According to the Los Angeles Times, ESPN will soon be viewable via an online streaming service for a price that costs less than a typical cable television subscription. As the Times puts it: “Every household that decides to cancel its pay-TV subscription means less revenue for ESPN, which commands the highest carriage fees of any network.”

The phenomenon known as “cord-cutting” is finally coming home to roost in the houses of multi-million and billion-dollar operations. The average consumer, no longer able to pay more than $100 per month for a cable TV bill, has decided that it’s time to do without. As a result, parent companies and cable providers are starting to feel the pain that rest of us have been subjected to for years. From here, there are two routes for cord-cutters: Find a television package or online streaming service that costs slightly less money or eliminate this expense from your budget entirely. The hook here is that no longer paying for TV doesn’t mean there’s nothing on. That couldn’t be further from the truth and a Clear TV Key will demonstrate what you’ve got to gain.

This device is a one-time purchase and can plug into any modern TV set manufactured after 2007. With a Clear TV Key, you’ll be able to tune into ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox and more while watching local and national news broadcasts, sporting events, children’s programming, foreign language shows and more. What’s more, you can do all of this without having to pay a cable company for the privilege of watching television. Use a Clear TV Key to remain entertained and informed without breaking the bank! According to the Times, ESPN boasted viewers across 100 million households in the U.S. That figure now hovers around 87 million, according to Nielsen surveys cited by the newspaper. Make what you will of this decrease, but we think it shows millions of viewers fleeing their cable bills in search of more affordable options and a Clear TV Key is one of the best means to an end in that case.

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Catch This Summer’s Best Pre-Season Football Games With Help From HD Antenna

To some, the midst of summer means precious few weeks to get down to the beach before cooler temperatures prevail. For the rest of us, it means the return of football season. Yes, that time-honored American tradition is just a few weeks out and  those who want to prepare for 17 weeks of gridiron drama should start seeking out the best HD antenna. Pre-season games for NFL will start to hit the airwaves come August and those who watch TV for free will be able to catch the majority of the scrimmages. That’s because consumers don’t need a cable television subscription to watch many of the NFL pre-season games, as they will be airing on broadcast channels available over the airwaves for free.

Some of the must-see pre-season games that fans should be following  storylines for include:

- The Dallas Cowboys  versus the Arizona Cardinals will air at 8 p.m. on NBC on Aug. 3. The Cowboys went for 13 wins and 3 losses in the 2016 season. The Cardinals recorded a sub-par 7 wins, 8 losses and one tie. These NFC East rivals are the first pre-season game on television this summer.

- The Los Angeles Chargers facing off against the Los Angeles Rams, which will air on CBS at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 26. The Rams were allowed to move back to L.A. after a vote by NFL owners in 2016; the Chargers have a one-year agreement for the same privilege, but were required to pay toward the creation of a shared stadium. Those who opt to tune in at home will  be spared the downtown L.A. traffic nightmare that’s almost a given at this point.

- The San Francisco 49ers versus the Minnesota Vikings will air at 8 p.m. on NBC on Sunday, Aug. 27. After an abysmal stint under the leadership of former Philadelphia Eagles coach Chip Kelly, the 49ers will take to the field against the Vikings, who finished their 2016-17 season with a record of 8 wins and 9 losses at the hand of former Philly quarterback Sam Bradford.

As you can see, the legacy of the 2016-17 season is likely to hang heavy over the coming pre-season games and regular season ones, as well.  The only suggestion we can offer consumers who want to watch TV for free -- while still using the best HD antenna to improve their over-the-air signal -- is to start researching their options now. You don’t need to pay excessive cable bills to catch the best NFL games this season, but the best HD antenna will improve signal strength and picture quality for those too-close-to-call plays.

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Ditch Cable, But Don’t Find Yourself Stranded Without Television Service

While we’re pretty sure that poet John Donne wasn’t talking about TV when he wrote, “No man is an island,” the phrase penned in 1624 certainly rings true here. That’s because we need contact with the world outside and television is the best medium suited for accomplishing that. From the comfort of your own living room, a simple push of the power button on the remote control connects you with the world around you. Need to know what’s going on? Tune into your local or national news broadcast. Seeking entertainment? Nightly shows and movies will accomplish that. Feeling a bit competitive? Then tune into a sports broadcast. Looking to learn a little? Educational and instructional programs are the hallmarks of public television broadcasts. Here’s the kicker: You don’t need a cable television subscription to watch any of the aforementioned programs. That’s because HDTV antennas offer almost everything the typical consumer can ask for.

If you’re tired of paying for cable television service, which costs the average American approximately $100 each month, then an HD television antenna is the perfect solution. These devices can often be purchased for one-fifth of the cost of a cable bill and offer educational, informative and entertaining programming for viewers of all ages. The ease of use is also an added benefit. Essentially, all you have to do is find the best position in the home for the antenna then plug it into your television set. After considering the combined benefits of a cost-effective investment and all the options it offers, it’s no wonder that so many Americans are cutting the cord with their cable service providers. It should also come as no surprise that so many Internet-only outlets such as Hulu, Netflix, Amazon, YouTube and more are looking to capitalize on traditional cable TV’s recent struggles. However, those entertainment providers can’t offer you the nightly news, local sports events or some other educational shows. For those reasons, going without your typical TV broadcast is like being stranded on an island without updates from the world around you.

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Cable TV Subscription Rates Continue To Fall As Consumers Vote With Their Dollars

When it comes to on-screen entertainment, consumers vote with their dollars and industry executives do everything in their power to keep the revenue coming in. As of late, however, more and more members of the television-watching world had had enough with cable bills that on average topped $100 every month. In response, they cut the cord with their cable company and headed into the proverbial wilderness of not having television. Actually, that last part is what cable television providers would like you to believe. The truth is that a digital television antenna can help draw in at least a dozen Clear TV channels, leaving viewers with plenty of options when it comes to local and national news, sports, classic movies, children’s entertainment, foreign language channels and more. Think about it: Shell out more than $1,000 each year for cable or invest that money into something else besides background noise, water cooler talk or temporary distraction.

 According to a May 9, 2017 Business Insider article, pay-for-TV subscription rates have been on the decline since at least 2010. The data cited in the article appears to show the long-building manifestation of the ever-present threat of cord-cutting coming home to roost. In fact, an industry analyst quoted in the piece states that some 762,000 subscribers fled for the hills during the first quarter of 2017. That total was said to be “historically horrible,” according to another industry expert. Another analyst added that this problem was building for more than a decade and that the current cord-cutting epidemic has finally -- but apparently not fully -- arrived.

 Consumers who decide to forego cable television and instead opt for a digital HD antenna are sending a clear message: The services offered aren’t worth the price of admission. As a result of the federally-mandated industry shift in 2009 from analog broadcast signals to digital ones, anyone who owns a moderately current television set will be able to plug an HD television antenna in and receive plenty of Clear TV channels in return.

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Keep Household Expenses In Check By Tightening Budgetary Belt, Cutting Out Luxury Items

It’s college graduation season and, although we don’t want to take away from the accomplishment, that means one of a few things. Chief among them: The beginning of the recent graduate’s student loan saga. According to a May 2017 Bloomberg analysis, the combined national student loan debt of $1.3 trillion makes up more than 10 percent of all U.S. household debt. Said another way, according to the report: One in every six U.S. residents has student loan bills to repay.

 Think the belt-tightening of your college years is over? Given the above figures, you might want to rethink that. It’s now time to enter the workforce and (most likely) get a half-decent salary that probably won’t cover all your needs and wants – but will help pay off student loans. So in the spirit of keeping household expenses to a minimum, we’ve gathered a few more tips that should help you keep expenses to a minimum while you truly enter adulthood.

 1) Cable TV is a luxury: We’re going to be upfront about this one, because too many people seem to think having hundreds of channels on their television is some sort of right. Did you know that it’s possible to watch TV free of charge? A digital television antenna can be purchased for far less than the $100 you’ll spend each month on a cable TV bill. In exchange, you’ll get better access to more than a dozen channels and still be able to watch local and national news, sports, movies, children’s programs and more.

 2) Ditch your debt: Beyond rent and utility bills, credit card and student loan debt can be killers when it comes to getting your head above water. Not only do they eat into the funds you still have available for essentials like food and gasoline, but the interest you’re often paying isn’t helping to drive down the amount owed toward your principal loan. If you can set aside money on a regular basis to pay off your debts, you’re bound to see your bottom line increase in no time.

 3) Using your kitchen: That room in your house where you and guests often gather to sit around and chat can be used for another thing: cooking! If you want to skip out on expensive restaurant and take-out bills, it’s time to go grocery shopping instead of opting for the convenience option. Planning your meals out a week in advance and dedicating half of Sunday, for example, to cook ingredients and then refrigerate them.

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Cutting Costs Key For New Homeowners Who Want To Stay Ahead Of Financial Curve

Buying your first house is more than likely the largest milestone of your early adult life thus far. While you’ve probably already graduated college or secured a well-paying job, the legwork that goes into calling a house your home can’t be underestimated. If you’ve recently purchased your first home, pat yourself on the back – however, kicking back and relaxing is still a ways away. With mortgage payments and other associated closing costs likely on the horizon, now is the time to look around and take inventory. What you can afford to keep doing and what can no longer be called a necessity? Be it going without expensive cable television or downgrading to just one vehicle, we’ve gathered some great suggestions for those who want to get their finances in order before monthly bills start going unpaid.

1) Wallet woes: Two things in life are certain: Death and taxes. For homeowners, you can add mortgage payments to that list. These monthly bills will come due for at least the next decade so for those who thought they’d just escaped the world of paying rent, think again. Same goes for utility bills. Moreover, there’s no landlord coming to perform maintenance if something breaks – it’s your home now. What we’re trying to say here is that the flipside of having a place to call your own is that you’re going to have to care for it.

2) Slimming down: Do you and your partner really both need a  motor vehicle? That means two car insurance bills and the associated cost of taking care of them. If one of you can take public transportation to work, you’ll be saving money on gasoline as well. If you cut out your monthly cable bill, the dozens of Clear TV channels are sure to keep you entertained while saving you at least $100 each month. Digital television antennas allow consumers to watch dozens of national and local channels, from news and sports to special interest programming and classic movies.

3) This old house: A house that’s running smoothly is also often the one that’s been taken care of the best. Consider what you set your thermostat to, check to see if your appliances are drawing extra power or resources and make sure there isn’t a draft that’s letting out your heating or air conditioning. The payoff here are lower utility bills and considering all the other costs you’ll now be paying, it’s something your check book is going to appreciate.

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4 Ways That Reassessing Your Expenditures Could Save You Thousands Of Dollars Annually

What’s one thing everybody could always use more of? Money, and we’re not talking about falling into vast sums of it. Problem is, the only way to boost your bottom line is with a higher-paying job, an unexpected inheritance or winning the lottery. Since none of those options are all that easy to secure, we’re going to suggest another route: evaluating your own expenditures. Spending less money may sound easier than it really is, but we’ve gone through out budget enough times to know what can fall by the wayside without you ever really noticing its absence. Did you know that it’s possible to watch  TV free of charge? Have you ever added up the amount of money spent on eating out each week? It’s time to tighten that belt and you’ll find some vital tips and tricks below.

1) Cut the cord: For those looking to save at least $100 each month , the 2009 switch from analog television signals to digital broadcasts was a blessing in disguise. That’s because consumers can purchase a digital television antenna that will allow them to watch more than a dozen channels without having to pay a cable company for a subscription. All told, the average television owner could easily save $1,200 annually by not paying for cable TV.

2) Belt-tightening: This one applies in both senses. Not only is eating out an expensive affair, it’s rarely the healthiest option. We understand that everyone is pressed for free time, but meal prep for an entire week can be done Sunday afternoon. Refrigerate or freeze the lunches and dinners you’ll pack or have later to save large amounts on bar tabs and dinner checks.

3) Cashing in: If you’ve got a basement or attic full of items from your youth that have been gathering dust for decades, we’d put good money on the possibility that some of them are worth a decent amount at auction. From vintage T-shirts to quirky memorabilia of decades past, there’s a market for everyone on eBay or Craigslist. For the nominal associated fees, you’ll be able to make quick cash while clearing out space at home.

4) Entertainment: You know what’s cheaper than going to the movies? Visiting your local library. There’s an added bonus in there as well; you’re bound to be better educated after reading a book you borrowed from the library compared to the summer blockbuster you just paid $20 to go see – including popcorn and a soda, of course.

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Perks Of Free HD TV Range From Monthly Savings To Picture-Perfect Television Quality

Ever wonder what you could do with an extra $1,200 a year? That’s the average amount consumers spend each year on their cable bills. At approximately $100 per month, it’s no wonder that more and more people are seeking out free HD TV options. Below are just a few perks for those who are fed up with rising cable bills and are ready to cut the cord.

The financial incentives: After making the decision to purchase a high-definition television antenna, that $1,200 you’ll realize year over year is money in your pocket. Free HD TV options are a single-purchase away. From as low as $10 and climbing toward $70 or $80, how much you want to spend on a high-definition TV antenna is up to you. Regardless of which route you take, it’s still a one-and-done purchase compared to monthly bills from service providers.

On demand: Major networks such as ABC, NBC and CBS spend great amounts of time and money each season to produce new programming. Just some of those shows include “How to Get Away with Murder,” the classic “Saturday Night Live” and “NCIS.” What’s more, all will be available to you at home thanks to free HD TV.

A few things to know: It’s recommended that consumers be within 25 miles of a broadcast antenna. Further, interference due to things like tall buildings, hills or trees are part of the equation to consider.

Home improvement: Worried about how those so-called “bunny ears” are going to look in your living room? There’s no need to sweat the aesthetics; amplifiers, stands and extension cords are just some of the options available to tidy up the home improvement project.

Picture-perfect: Cable companies -- forced to switch over from analog to digital transmissions as a result of the 2009 federal mandate -- now compress their HD signals. With an HD antenna, you’ll receive the signal for free and often in a better picture quality typically provided by cable companies.

For more information about free HD TV options, call 1-973-287-5193.

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4 Benefits of an Indoor Digital HDTV Antenna

Many American households are cutting the cord with their cable TV provider. The average household currently spends around $100 a month on cable, which equals about $1,200 a year. To save money on cable TV, more and more Americans are nixing their cable subscription and instead using a digital HDTV antenna.

Nearly all households are within range to stream free over-the-air TV. With a digital indoor antenna, you can watch free HD TV and access the most popular broadcast networks. Here are the major benefits of using an HDTV digital antenna.

Save Money

The biggest advantage of digital antennas is they help you save money. When you have an antenna, there's no need to continue your cable subscription. You can save around $1,200 a year by cutting ties with your cable provider. With a digital antenna, there's no contract, monthly fees or price increases. Additionally, these indoor antennas are relatively inexpensive. The Clear TV Key, for instance, costs just $19.99 per antenna and can be used with any TV.

Access Your Favorite Shows

Save money, without missing out on your favorite network broadcast shows. A digital HDTV antenna allows you to watch all your much-watch shows— for free. Your TV will instantly receive the top-rated networks, including NBC, CBS, ABC, Fox, PBS, the CW, and many others. You'll also receive your local news and weather channels, as well as sporting events.

Get HD Channels

Not only can you watch your favorite shows for free, but also you can watch them in HD. You don't have to pay for HD channels, and many even argue that HD signals look clearer when received through an antenna.

It Works as Long as You Have Power

If you have satellite TV, then your signal can disappear in bad weather. With an indoor digital antenna, you'll maintain access to your shows whenever you have power.

These are a few key benefits of indoor digital HDTV antennas. Make the move to a digital antenna to save money and enjoy your favorite shows in crystal-clear HD.