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Monday, November 2nd, 2009
The word "free" is surely one of the most appealing in the English language, in many contexts. The allure of free goodies is a powerful draw for most of us, and a powerful tool for legitimate marketers online and off. Unfortunately, it's also used by villainous sorts to hook unsuspecting ...
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Thursday, October 29th, 2009
For those of us who are into coupons and discounts, nothing rings our bell quite like a huge rebate on a major purchase. And for we geeky oriented savers, rebate nirvana can be reached fairly often. In fact, it's estimated that nearly a third of all computer related products are ...
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Tuesday, October 27th, 2009
By the middle of the 20th century, more than half of the households in the United States were clipping coupons to help save on household expenses, and by the mid-1970s that number had risen to three-quarters, where it has remained for consumers in nearly all household income brackets ever since. ...
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Monday, October 26th, 2009
Even the most knowledgeable and disciplined exponent of any particular game of chance is likely to fall prey to emotion from time to time. Rather than sticking to safe bets, it's tempting to follow a hunch, or put too much confidence in a "hot streak." The really smart folks, however, ...
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Thursday, October 22nd, 2009
We've all had the frustration of finding out about a great promo code offer for a product we want, only to learn that the code doesn't really work when we try to use it. Maybe it was from an outdated source and had expired. Or maybe there were strings attached ...
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Tuesday, October 20th, 2009
As Halloween approaches, it's time for pet parents to give some thought to a few simple things we can do to keep our four legged friends safe from the dangers of the season. No, we're not talking about ghouls and goblins. We're talking about the very real threats that face ...
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Monday, October 19th, 2009
From a platonic peck on the cheek to a gentle liplock or a full on passionate french kiss, there's an art to smooching that goes beyond a couple's chemistry. Sometimes, no matter how much you care about another person, or how much they care about you, their kisses just aren't ...
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Monday, October 19th, 2009
Whether you're just entering the workforce for the first time, are between jobs, or are currently working full time but looking for another position, chances are you may need a resume for a successful job search. It's surprising how many otherwise savvy job seekers have little understanding of the role ...
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Wednesday, October 14th, 2009
So you're at the check in desk ready to pick up the keys to a shiny new rental car and you're offered the optional collision or loss damage waivers. Should you accept?
The answer is that it depends. Here are some things you need to know in advance to make a ...
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Thursday, October 8th, 2009
Although many pet owners wouldn't attempt actually clipping their animal at home, most of us will at least handle basic bathing, brushing, etc., from time to time. As simple as that may seem, there are several common mistakes that many people make when performing these duties that can lead to ...
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