Discounted Custom Blinds can be a stylish, functional, and relatively inexpensive way to refresh a room. But, until recently, it wasn’t a quick or easy process to order and install them. Shoppers were required to head to a home improvement store or specialty window covering center to meet with a design consultant, schedule a technician to come out and measure their windows, then wait weeks for the product.

That is no longer the case. Several online retailers have emerged with a variety of options, including customizable blinds and shades that can be ordered on the website and shipped directly to your house. We vetted the best online retailers for window coverings, comparing their selection, customization, and delivery/installation options, return policies, and more. We also spoke with Nicole Roe, a home designer and blogger at the Spruce, for shopping tips.

Wayfair

Wayfair is a go-to for home goods, including furniture and decor, so it’s no surprise that the retailer offers a vast selection of blinds and shades. The site has filters that make it easy to narrow down your search based on size, type, mounting location, light filtration, and materials. It’s also straightforward to find ratings and reviews for each product, so you can make a confident purchase. The site doesn’t offer professional installation, however, so you’ll need to enlist the help of a handy friend or hire a TaskRabbit. It does, however, offer free shipping and an easy-to-use compare function that allows shoppers to see the features of up to four products side-by-side.…

Over the past decade, PE firms faced an unprecedented challenge to drive growth and deliver returns. The industry’s high valuation gaps, a lack of liquidity and limited distributions to limited partners put new pressure on general partnerships to position portfolio companies for successful exits. In this challenging environment, operational and strategic support for portfolio companies has become a top priority.

To deliver on investor expectations, it’s essential to have access to comprehensive, dependable and actionable research insights. However, manual data management and reporting solutions like spreadsheets can create significant operational risk in the alternatives space — such as version control and insecure transfer of information. Instead, you need a partner that can provide the scalability and reliability you need to meet critical reporting, compliance and transaction milestones without losing sight of your investment strategy and portfolio company performance.

From Home Services to Urgent Care

Across the country, Private Equity Support Solutions have scooped up home-services companies like HVAC and plumbing from mom-and-pop operations, giving technicians seven-figure pay packages and making life better for many families. Alpine Investors, for example, invested in Tucson-based Rite Way, and owners say their new paychecks have made a world of difference.

In urgent care, private-equity-backed businesses like MedExpress have boosted profitability and expanded access to quality healthcare in rural Appalachia where hospital closures are common. The result has been a dramatic reduction in wait times and increased patient satisfaction.…

Luxury Engagement Rings are a wide array of stones, metals, and designs to choose from, giving you free rein to put together exactly what you want. It’s a good idea to have an idea of what you want before you see your specialist, but they can also offer plenty of ideas to inspire you.

Whether your style is bohemian, timeless, or romantic, there’s a ring out there for you. Designer rings typically contain themes or symbols that have a special meaning for the couple. Shivam Gems N Jewelry offers a collection of custom engagement rings that let couples weave their story of love into the structure of their rings.

Luxury Engagement Rings for the Ultimate Proposal

One of the most important considerations for any ring is its durability, especially if you work with your hands often. Considerations like this will influence the type of design you want and the stone that makes sense for your lifestyle.

Another factor is the size of the ring and where you want it to fall on the carat scale. Some styles are quite small and subtle, making them great for those who prefer a more minimalist look. Others are more eye-catching, incorporating pave or halo diamonds and engraved details to add dimension and appeal.

If you’re looking for a bolder style, try a ruby ring. This beautiful gemstone has long-held connotations with romance and is a popular choice for celebrities like Eva Longoria, Victoria Beckham, and Katy Perry. A dazzling choice is Bulgari’s ‘Dioramour’ ring, which combines modern elegance with Mozambique rubies and sapphires.…