If you could use any two words to describe spring, what would they be? Does “fresh start” come to mind? This issue of American Lifestyle magazine pays homage to all of the new opportunities this season brings, with the best online resources for giving your home decor a new look, tips for freshening up forgotten spaces, a spring-cleaning for your finances, and better-for-you snack ideas.

The realm of online home decor stores is vast, so it can be challenging to navigate and find pieces that fit your style—without breaking the bank. This guide condenses those resources for you, pulling some of the best so you know exactly where to turn for standout wall art or that new end table you’ve been looking for.

Freshening up your decor isn’t the only improvement you should consider this season. March is a great month to give your home a good deep clean—including the areas that are most often forgotten about. Read through a breakdown of these areas (with tips for how to get them truly sparkling) for extra peace of mind.

You might not think of your finances when you think of cleaning, but you should. With tax season right around the corner, these tips can help you get your ducks in a row—or your bills and savings, that is.

Lastly, if you’re feeling ready to say goodbye to the hearty comfort foods of winter (but you’re not quite ready to say goodbye to that midday snack) the three healthy alternatives in this issue are here to give you a taste of something new and delicious.

There are plenty of ways to freshen up your life this month—what will you do? As always, it’s a pleasure to send you this magazine.