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  • Anyone can prevent becoming a victim of a scam by saying “no” in words and actions, says a retired corporate executive with a major money-wire service whose job was to track and stop money-wiring fraud.

    Say ‘No’ to Scams

    Anyone can prevent becoming a victim of a scam by saying “no” in words and actions, says a retired corporate executive with a major money-wire service whose job was to track and stop money-wiring fraud.

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  • Does it really take a $10 coupon to get me into a store? Apparently so. And I’m not alone. This week JC Penney released its first quarter 2012 report showing a $163 million loss in revenue. Mostly because of coupons. Or, rather, lack thereof.

    Influenced by Coupons

    Does it really take a $10 coupon to get me into a store? Apparently so. And I’m not alone. This week JC Penney released its first quarter 2012 report showing a $163 million loss in revenue. Mostly because of coupons. Or, rather, lack thereof.

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  • A while back my daughter dropped in to an empty house to find the TV left on and Bella, our golden retriever wannabe, sitting on the sofa watching – intently!

    A New Breed of TV

    A while back my daughter dropped in to an empty house to find the TV left on and Bella, our golden retriever wannabe, sitting on the sofa watching – intently!

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  • Cold and dreary winter months allow plenty of time for gardeners to study planting guides, check out new floral varieties and devise – or revise – garden beds.

    How Hardy is Your Zone?

    Cold and dreary winter months allow plenty of time for gardeners to study planting guides, check out new floral varieties and devise – or revise – garden beds.

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  • My daughter started her first full-time job this month.  My jaw dropped when she recited the list of benefits that come with her position. Along with medical/dental/vision/life insurance, her new employer offers pet insurance.

    Employers Up the Ante

    My daughter started her first full-time job this month. My jaw dropped when she recited the list of benefits that come with her position. Along with medical/dental/vision/life insurance, her new employer offers pet insurance.

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  • Still puzzled about what to give friends and family this holiday season? The BBB offers a few nontraditional ideas.

    Ideas for Nontraditional Gifts

    Still puzzled about what to give friends and family this holiday season? The BBB offers a few nontraditional ideas.

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  • In a  few short days it will be everybody's favorite holiday - Black Friday! It's time to make your plan and head out for all the great sales. But are the deals really that much better than any other day?

    Do Black Friday Deals Live Up to Hype?

    In a few short days it will be everybody's favorite holiday - Black Friday! It's time to make your plan and head out for all the great sales. But are the deals really that much better than any other day?

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  • This year, shopping for the holidays is not just about location – online vs. brick and mortar – but about how to get the best bang for your buck. And dare I say, it will also be about customer service.

    4 Keys to Being a Good Customer

    This year, shopping for the holidays is not just about location – online vs. brick and mortar – but about how to get the best bang for your buck. And dare I say, it will also be about customer service.

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  • Heavy, wet snowstorms in Colorado and New England have taken a toll on deciduous trees and now communities big and small are dealing with an overabundance of broken limbs and trees that resemble peeled bananas.

    How to Find Trustworthy Tree Service

    Heavy, wet snowstorms in Colorado and New England have taken a toll on deciduous trees and now communities big and small are dealing with an overabundance of broken limbs and trees that resemble peeled bananas.

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  • Think you’re safe putting valuables in your hotel’s in-room safe? Maybe. And maybe not. Although the best solution is not to travel with valuables, sometimes you must. Here's a quick way to determine if the in-room safe is indeed safe.

    Playing it Safe

    Think you’re safe putting valuables in your hotel’s in-room safe? Maybe. And maybe not. Although the best solution is not to travel with valuables, sometimes you must. Here's a quick way to determine if the in-room safe is indeed safe.

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