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About me - Dean Holmes

Hello to all out there in the world of Helium. My name's Dean, but I'm sure you knew that already. :)

I am a 36 year old citizen of a small town in eastern Ontario. I work in the transportation industry for a local expediting company.

I had a knack for creative

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Politics, News & Issues > Environmental Awareness Easy ways your family can "go green": 5 of 319
Living "green" is fast becoming a way of life for millions of people around the globe. Others are hesitant to do so...but why? Some may think that they have to completely change their lives in order to help the environment. Sure, there are some things you may do that require elimination or cutting back, but by making some sim... More..
Autos > Engine Repair How to diagnose a no-start problem: 1 of 15
Likely the most frustrating occurrence you can have with your vehicle...turning the ignition key over, and nothing. You're left stranded, perhaps late for a meeting. Whatever your case may be, the first thing you need to do is figure out why it will not start.Diagnosing a no-start problem is likely the easiest one to solve. I... More..
Personal Finance > Managing Debt Good debt vs. bad debt: Is there such a thing?: 2 of 29
As the old adage goes, the only things certain in this world are death and taxes. It was written a number of years ago before there were any forms of credit. It's almost time to rewrite that adage to include debt.Now not everyone will go into debt. Some are born into wealthy families; others will save up enough cash to pay fo... More..
Relationships & Family > Break-Ups & Exes Teen advice: Tips for breaking up and moving on: 2 of 27
It all seemed so perfect. The laughing, the flirting, the lazy days at the beach together. The best of times, and even some bad times to go along. Thinking about them when they weren't around. Convincing yourself that it would never be the same without them.And then, that all-to-perfect world stops spinning. You have just bec... More..
Personal Finance > Budgets & Saving 7 tips on saving money: 14 of 151
With inflation constantly on the rise, fuel prices higher than ever before and housing costs through the proverbial roof, we are always looking for ways to conserve our valuable pennies. Why pay more for something that you can get for less? There are many ways to avoid spending too much on everyday items. With a little deter... More..
Local Guides > New York City Cheap hotel recommendations in New York City: 1 of 10
New York City - the city that never sleeps. That's odd...if it never sleeps, then why are there so many hotels to choose from?If you have ever been to NYC or know someone who has, you'll know that accommodation rates are astronomical. It is the number one tourist destination in the USA, so why not jack the rates up. Hotel own... More..
Personal Finance > Auto Insurance AAA membership: Is it worth it?: 3 of 27
Let's face it - not everyone can afford a brand new, trouble-free (or so you may think) vehicle. In order to keep your budget in line and costs down, you may decide to drive your car well into its lifetime; in some cases even over 200,000 miles (320,000km).Of course older cars and trucks will pose more maintenance issues than... More..
Personal Finance > Managing Credit Bad credit: Now what?: 8 of 49
It's the way of the world these days. Whether you finance a car, mortgage your home, buy those extra Christmas gifts for someone on plastic...95% of people are in some form of credit debt.And then there is the ever-growing larger group of those that engorge themselves into debt beyond their capacity.Surely you know someone th... More..
Autos > Cars Best-quality cars: 1 of 6
So many vehicles to choose from.Not only that, but there's quite the variety of brands to choose from as well.What's your flavor? Domestic or imported, exotic or simple? Surely you have seen a car or truck that triggers that inner voice saying, "I NEED that vehicle. It is me." The only thing you want to look out for is that v... More..
Autos > Buying Used Cars Own the best used car: 1 of 5
Purchasing a new car can put fear into the average consumer. Sticker shock at the dealer is the main cause of this; with the average price of a brand new car being in the $28,000 range. Yes, $28,000...and that is BEFORE tax and any interest. So for the average middle-class consumer, that's about one half of a year's salary. I... More..