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I am a 26 year old Graphic Designer in Pittsburgh, Pa. I work at a Promotions company. We design & sell discount cards in 26 states for Newspapers, Athletic Associations & Value cards for employees of fortune 500 companies. I am in charge of all design & production

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Autos > Buying Cars (Other) Getting the best value for your trade in vehicle: 1 of 12
If you want to get the best trade in value for your car, there are many things that you can do. They are simple and easy and cost little or no money at all, but get overlooked all the time. These are some important steps to follow to maximize you trade in value.First off, don't pull up to the dealership with a dirty car. Spen... More..
Business > Advertising Do ads that use sex to sell their products degrade women?: 6 of 48
Does using sex to sell really degrade women? I would have to say, NO. Using sex to sell products is probably the most effective advertising method out there right now. All of these women that you see in these commercials and print ads are in no way being degraded. For most of them, these ads are the least degrading part judgi... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Sports Archives NFL predictions: The 2007 Pittsburgh Steelers: 1 of 6
With the arrival of new coach Mike Tomlin, I think the Steelers are in a much better position this year to do well than last year. Now, I have lived in Pittsburgh all of my life and have been to numerous games, and last year was the only year that I can remember that there was no fire. Even in the stands. Bill Cowher had no f... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Football Was the NFL right to penalize the New England Patriots for filming Jets' coaches?: 6 of 33
Was the NFL Right to penalize the patriots? Is it ever right to cheat In any game? Are the casinos in Vegas right to throw out card counters? The answer to all three questions is of course they are right. It really shouldn't even be a question. Coach Belichick is too good of a coach to do something stupid like this. He deserv... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Football Comparing Tom Brady and Peyton Manning: 2 of 11
Can you really compare Tom Brady to Peyton Manning. Peyton Manning is probably the best quarterback since Joe Montana. Tom Brady on the other hand, just throws the ball where the defenders aren't. Literally! With the news surfacing of the Patriots tape recording opposing teams? That is like Mark McGuire going to the Hall Of F... More..
Autos > Gas & Oil Servicing How often to check your car's oil: 3 of 16
If you really need to ask how often to check your cars' oil, then you had better run outside and check it now. The oil in a car is by far the most important maintenance item to keep up on. The oil is just as important for your car as your blood is to you. Without it the car will seize up and die.With that being said, lets tal... More..
Entertainment > Celebrity Commentary Britney Spears at the MTV Video Music Awards: 8 of 31
What can you say about Britney Spears. This mother-of-the-year candidate just doesn't have it any more. At the MTV VMA's it didn't even look like she wanted to be there. She was out of shape, and had no enthusiasm.If you are going to be a featured artist at a big event like this you had better be good. Her career, or what's l... More..
Relationships & Family > Tips for Marital Happiness Should couples live together before getting married?: 72 of 275
I definitely think that couples should try to live together before they decide to get married. It makes things so much easier on the both of you. And with divorce rates as high as they are, you almost need to "test the waters" to give yourselves the best chance of staying together. I have lived with my fiance for about seven ... More..
Personal Finance > Real Estate How to flip a house: 5 of 17
Flipping a house can be a very high risk investment if you don't know what you're doing. But then if you do know what you are doing it can be some of the easiest & fastest money you will ever make.A lot depends on the market that you are in. If you are in a slow market area I would recommend buying something as cheap as possi... More..
Personal Finance > Managing Credit How to improve your FICO credit score: 4 of 12
This day and age, your credit score is one of the most important things in your life. Unless you have a lot of money to buy all of the things you want with cash, you will either live or die by your credit score. If your credit score is bad you will either not get the loans you want or if you do get approved for loans you will... More..