How To
How to Lock in a Mortgage Rate
A mortgage rate lock is a written agreement between a homebuyer and a lender that guarantees the mortgage interest rate according to certain conditions. Since interest rates can change from day to day, it is very important to get a rate lock when shopping...
How to Draw a Detailed Tree
Just about everyone has experience doodling a tree, but all it takes is a little observation and detail to draw a more realistic one. Decide whether you'd like to start with a leafy deciduous tree or a coniferous tree, such as a pine or fir tree. Once you...
How to Set an Analog Clock
An analog clock tells you time by moving hands to point at numbers, rather than displaying numbers.[1] X Research source Analog clocks usually use a system of dials that you turn in order to move these hands. Sometimes these dials can be h...
How to Get Spiral Curls
Spiral curls have been a thing of envy for centuries. There are many ways to get your very own Pre-Raphaelite locks, and the good news is that you can probably do so with what you already have at home. A curling iron or wand is the tried and true method,...
How to Recharge the Air Conditioner in a Car
If your car’s air conditioner isn’t blowing cool air, then you’ve likely lost some of the refrigerant, usually due to a leak. You can recharge the system yourself with a charging kit and some refrigerant, as long as your car uses r134a refrigerant.[1] X...
How to Apply to Modeling Agencies
Freelance models can have solid careers, but signing with an agency gives you even more stability and access to castings. Get the attention of an established agency by sending in your full modeling portfolio. This “book” should include your best photos al...
How to Play Candy Land: Easy Gameplay Guide & Rules
Candy Land is a fantastic game to share with little kids, especially those who haven’t learned to read. It’s a game of bright colors and pictures for 2 to 4 players, simple to learn and play. Whether you want to know the rules of Candy Land, teach a young...
How to Cure a Heartache
Sometimes you will be deeply in love with someone, only to have them to stomp on your heart. Being rejected, whether through a break up or because they were not interested in you in the first place, can hurt as much as a physical injury. The healing proce...
How to Transfer 8mm Films to Video
If you have 8mm or Super 8 films lying around the house, it is never too early to have them transferred to a video. Each time they are projected, they become more scratched and damaged. In digital video form, the content can be preserved in the current...
How to Keep Busy when You're Stuck at Home
Whether you’re stuck at home because of the weather, lack of transportation, or simply have nothing else to do, you may quickly get bored or run out of activities to occupy yourself. Here are some ways on how to keep your body or mind active while you’re...
How to Clean a Ferret's Ears
Although ferrets can't move their ears as well as other animals, they have a highly developed sense of hearing. This makes cleaning and caring for their ears very important. Always keep a lookout for signs of wax and mites and remove them regularly to kee...
How to Be Smart
Intelligence isn't always something you're born with; you can make yourself smarter with a little bit of hard work! To be smart, exercise your brain with puzzles and creative tasks, develop your people skills, learn as much as you can about as much as you...
How to Tell Your Dog No
One of the first lessons your puppy or dog should learn is that “no” or “leave it” means to stop doing what it is she is doing before she hurts herself, hurts you or someone else, or destroys property. This command will help your dog learn a little self-c...
How to Play Gin Rummy
Gin rummy is a two-person card game in which you try to get all of your cards into matching sets or runs before your opponent does. The game is a variation of "Rummy," but instead of laying your cards out during the game for your opponent to see, you hide...
How to Run a Chkdsk Function on Windows XP
This article will tell you how to perform the check disk function on Windows XP.
How to Keep Track of Your CD Collection Using Microsoft Access
This article will help describe how to create a unique collection of your music using Microsoft Access.