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Help For Those Hurt By Foreclosure Errors
There could be good news for people with bad mortgages.
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Become An Active Tourist In Your Hometown This Summer
If you are looking for ways to entertain your children this summer that don't include sedentary activities like watching television or playing video games, consider becoming a "local tourist" in your own hometown.
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Protect Yourself From Food Poisoning
For more information, visit www.fsis.usda.gov or ask a food safety question anytime at www.AskKaren.gov or via smartphone at m.askkaren.gov.
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Advice On Saving, Planning And Paying For College
Now is a good time for families of high school upperclassmen to plan how they're covering the cost of college. It can help to follow a 1-2-3 approach.
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Employment Eligibility
If you're hunting for a job, you'll want to use every tool you can to ensure that everything is in order.
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Hungry Pests Threaten U.S. Agriculture
You can be part of the solution for preventing the spread of pests.
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Extra Tax Savings For Parents
It's good for parents to have a general idea of what tax breaks are available.
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Friedman's 100th Birthday: A Time To Remember
The best way to ensure a stable democracy and lift the masses out of poverty.
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The Pearl Of The Middle East
Many Americans may be surprised--and pleased--to learn that one of the leading countries in culture, tourism, business and standard of living is situated in the heart of the Middle East.
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Money For College
Getting the money to pay for an education can seem daunting. Fortunately, these tips may help.
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Poison-Related Fatalities On The Rise
Poisoning deaths are on the rise--learn how to protect your family.
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Credit Scores Matter In A Tough Housing Market
There's encouraging news for homeowners who face a tough housing market.
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Don't Leave Money On The Table
You think you wouldn't turn down free money, yet, according to a recent study, nearly three in 10 workers do just that.
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The Pleasures Of Public Gardens
Things you can discover among the flowers in America's beautiful, bountiful public gardens.
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What To Consider When Choosing Tax Software
A fast, easy and affordable way to do taxes.
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Spring Forward With Fun, Healthy Physical Activities For The Entire Family
Small steps that get your family to move more can help all of you maintain a healthy weight.
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The Benefits Of Serving Your Country
Helping to make our nation a safer place is not without its rewards.
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Beware Identity Theft During Tax Season
According to a recent survey, many people engage in risky behavior online that could lead to identity theft, often due to some common misconceptions about the risks of preparing and submitting tax documents-but you may be able to avoid them.
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Saving The Dollar Bill
An increasing number of Americans have found a new way to save a dollar--or, at any rate, to save the dollar bill.
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Plant The Seeds Of Better Health This Spring With Your Favorite Activity
With the long winter months' end in sight and the renewal of spring approaching, you are probably thinking of spring cleaning, spring planting and all the outdoor activities that you have not been able to do over the past months.
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Medicare And Medicare Supplement Insurance: Simple Steps To Help
Tips to help individuals considering Medicare supplement insurance.
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Do you know where your house is wasting water?
Finding and fixing leaks around the home is easy.
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Five Tips For Making The Most Of Your Medicare Advantage Plan In 2012
Tips to help Medicare Advantage enrollees maximize their coverage.
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Is Heart Disease Or Stroke A Part Of Your Family History?
Take a pledge to protect your heart.
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Cooling Systems--Repair Or Replace?
Learning a few facts about a refrigerant commonly used in air conditioners could help you keep your cool.
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Uncle Sam Wants You To Save For Retirement
If you ever feel your finances are too stretched to save for retirement, there could be good news for you.
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Korean War Women
During the Korean War, women in the Armed Services went from being a footnote in history to a source of labor and skills for the nation's military.
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School Choice Week Draws Parents And Kids
Helping all kids.
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Healthy At Home
With proper planning, returning home from a hospital stay need not result in unexpected challenges for seniors.
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Aging In Place, What Americans Want
Many Americans prefer to remain in their own homes as they age, but that may mean preparing for long-term care, if needed.
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Dangerous Street Drug Readily Available Despite Lethal Effects
While the latest designer street drug has an innocent-sounding name, its effects can be lethal.
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Your Independent Foreclosure Review
If you faced foreclosure in 2009 or 2010, the government may have good news for you.
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Registering Made Easy
For an increasing number of American men, technology is putting something they all have to do at their fingertips.
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Changes Impacting Your Tax Return This Year
Changes that may affect your federal return.
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Progress And Reform In Bahrain
Human rights reforms and progress are being made in Bahrain, an important U.S. ally in the Middle East.
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Bridging Infrastructure Needs And Funds
Bridges are socioeconomic lifelines, according to HNTB Corporation.
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For Gifts That Give Back, Think Vehicle Donation
This holiday season, giving a generous gift doesn't have to mean breaking the bank.
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Filing Taxes For Free Can Offer Savings
There's good news for Americans looking for ways to save money.
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