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Thursday, January 08, 2009
 

Money

Are You Dumb Enough to Be Rich?

The cost of living is higher than ever, there's weakness in the job market, stocks are in a free-fall and the housing market is in a slump. Sounds like a bad time to be a real estate investor, or is it?

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When Your Hotel is Your On-the-Road Office

What factors are important to you when choosing a hotel when you travel for business? You need it to be conveniently located, reasonably priced, comfortable, and hopefully, quiet. But you also need a hotel that helps you get ready for that important meeting or prep for that pivotal presentation.

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A New Year and New Tax Incentives… Save Energy and Write-off Energy-saving Window and Door Improvements

It's true. The U.S. federal government is so in favor of reducing energy consumption, they've created incentives to encourage Americans to replace leaky old windows and doors with more energy-efficient options.

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A Holiday Gift You’ll Wish Someone Had Bought for You

Every year around this time, people rack their brains trying to come up with the perfect gift for their family members. Shopping for the kids is easy. They are happy with whatever the latest hot toy may be; but the adults in the family are harder to shop for, so Dad ends up with another fishing lure; Mom gets another new sweater; Grandpa a new tie; and Grandma some new dishes.

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Why Now is a Good Time to Shop for a Term Life Policy

If you have been thinking about getting term life insurance, now's a great time to start shopping because life insurance rates are declining rapidly.

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eCYBERMISSION Registration Underway

Are you a student in the sixth through ninth grade who is ready to join your fellow science, math or technology gurus in discovering something spectacular? Are you a parent or teacher of talented students who have the creativity, curiosity and drive to move from textbooks to hands-on application of classroom learning?

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Where to Find Money to Pay for Home Improvements

If you've been putting off a much needed kitchen or bathroom remodel, or are living with drafty windows and a leaky roof because you don't think you can afford to fix them, good news! The source of your headache may also hold the key to the solution.

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Wrestling with Payroll Management? How to Find Online Solutions

It's no cliché: Small businesses really are the backbone of the American economy. Employing all those workers means tax season lasts all year long for small businesses who must regularly deal with payroll taxes. Here are some tips for finding the online payroll solution that' s right for your business.

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Drive Your Motor Vehicle Costs Down this Summer

There's nothing like the freedom of hitting the open road during the summer. The Travel Industry Association reported that Americans will take nearly 330 million trips during June, July and August, with auto travel accounting for eight out of 10 trips. Here are some tricks from Shell Oil Products to stretch your driving dollar.

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Tips for Insuring Your Home in a Buyer's Market

Slow home sales mean more vacant houses are sitting on the market - a situation that can lead to increased insurance risks. If you move to a new home before yours sells, the property is at greater risk of damage and you may not have adequate insurance coverage. Here is some expert advice to help ensure that owners of vacant properties are protected.

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