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How to Choose an MBA Program

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With the job market showing no signs of recovering in the near future, many businessmen and women of all ages are considering business school as a means of riding out this wave of unemployment.  Going back to school to get …

Tips for Buying Kitchen Appliances

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In need of a new microwave or refrigerator but unsure where to start looking for one?  Follow these five tips for shopping for kitchen appliances to make sure you get the most out of your investment:

Homeschooling Made Easy

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Unhappy with the public school options in your area but unable to afford sending your child to private school in this economy?  Many parents who can no longer justify paying the large tuitions to send their children to private schools …

Got Wine?

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Whether you are a self-proclaimed wino or someone who simply enjoys a nice glass of wine with dinner, you’ve probably heard of Napa Valley’s reputation as a producer and exporter of quality wine.  You’ve probably also seen images of the …

Things to Consider When Choosing a Wheelchair

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In the market for a wheelchair for you or a loved one?  Since a wheelchair can be an expensive purchase, it is important to do some research before you start shopping.  Here are some things to ask yourself before you …

How to Lower Cholesterol

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Have high cholesterol?  There are a number of non-pharmaceutical ways to lower cholesterol that can also have other overall health benefits.

Top 10 Things to Consider When Choosing Health Insurance

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With more and more people out of work these days, many Americans are having to make difficult decisions regarding health insurance policies.  There are a wide variety of policies to choose from (Cobra coverage, catastrophic insurance, HMOs, PPOs, high-risk insurance, …

No Contract Cell Phones

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It’s hard enough to pay the monthly bills you are expecting these days, much less unexpectedly high cell phone bills due to overage charges and hidden fees.  Many cell phone users are striking back at these unexpected charges and switching …

Diabetic Diet

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While most cases of Diabetes require intensive insulin treatment and cannot be treated by diet and exercise alone, eating right can help prevent rapid increases or decreases in blood sugar and can even lessen the extent to which a diabetic …

Dementia vs Alzheimer’s

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In common vernacular, the terms dementia and Alzheimer’s are used interchangeably.  However, the two terms do not have the same definition.  Alzheimer’s is actually a specific disease that involves a form of dementia.  This can create confusion when referring to …

Redecorating? Hot Paint Colors for 2009!

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Does your home need a little pick-me-up or even a full-on update to modern styles?  If you are planning on painting the outside or inside of your house this year, keep these paint color trends in mind:

Defining Finance Terms

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Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock for the past year, you are undoubtedly aware that our society is facing a financial crisis.  Every time you turn on the news or go on the internet, you likely hear another story …

Spring and Summer Allergies

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Spring is officially here, which to many of us means relief from cold temperatures and the illnesses that accompany it.  Time to toss the cold medicine, cough drops, and kleenex into storage for next year.  Unfortunately, while free of colds, …

Don’t Let the Bed Bugs Bite!

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Many of us remember hearing our parents coo “sleep tight, don’t let the bedbugs bite” on a nightly basis until we reached an age where it was no longer adorable to do so.  Most of us laughed it off as …

How to Get an Extension on Your Taxes

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Does it seem like April 15th approaches more quickly every single year?  Do you have a headache thinking about when you might be able to make time to file your taxes?  No need to fret – you still have a …