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Personal Finance > Smart Spending How to save money on video games: 2 of 18

How to Save Money on Video Games Video games are more popular than ever, but they are also more expensive than ever. Most consoles cost in excess of $200. Hot, new software titles cost $60 a pop. Instead of shelling out a load of cash for each new release, buyers can save money by buying used titles, renting games, or tradin...
Jobs & Careers > Career Path & Goals Productivity tips for people who work from home: 1 of 7

Many people dream of working at home. They picture themselves waking up late, having a leisurely breakfast, and then doing some work in their pajamas. They also visualize themselves dropping off their dry cleaning, stopping to chat with neighbors, and hitting the gym whenever they want to. These notions are just fantasies. W...
Personal Finance > Smart Spending Where to get books, DVDs, and other stuff for free: 1 of 5

"There's no such thing as a free lunch." You have probably heard that famous phrase many times before. While it may be true that you can't get a free lunch, you can get books, movies, and video games gratis. Local Library Your local library is a great place to get free stuff. In addition to books, you'll find movies and vide...
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Essential items for every road trip: 2 of 9

There’s nothing worse than being all alone, stuck on the side of the road, without a jack or a working cell phone. Before you head out on your next road trip, be sure that you buy all the essentials to make your trip a safe and bearable one. Directions, Maps, and GPS Sure, you may know where you’re going, but do ...
Celebrations & Holidays > Gifts & Gift Ideas (Other) The best thank you gifts for volunteers: 2 of 8

Volunteers selflessly give their time, energy, and effort to help those who are in need. Wouldn't it be great to reward these individuals with meaningful tokens of appreciation? Here are six gift ideas that do just that. Give Thanks Everyone loves to receive a pat on the back. Show your volunteers how much you appreciate the...
Jobs & Careers > Resumes & Cover Letters How to state your objectives in your resume: 1 of 4

Many hiring managers and recruiters frown upon the use of objective statements in resumes. This is because job seekers often write poor objectives that are wordy and vague. Even worse, some statements are little else than the applicant's wishes or demands. The best objective statements are brief, well-written, and align the ...
Business > Business Issues Did Wal-Mart hit or miss with its new slogan: "Save money. Live better.": 1 of 4

There is no doubt about it. Wal-Mart missed the mark with their new slogan, "Save Money. Live Better." The main purpose of a marketing slogan is to make people need and want. The slogan meets this purpose. Everyone wants to save money and live better, but that is the problem. There are numerous other companies pitching produ...
Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) Tips for surviving a house fire: 3 of 7

A house fire can strike at anytime. With that in mind, everyone should know what to do if they are caught in the middle of a house fire. By reading the following tips, you'll be prepared in case disaster strikes. Heed the Alarm If you ever hear a fire alarm, take caution. Do not sit back, relax, and assume that it is a false...
Personal Finance > Smart Spending Basic tips for saving money on groceries: 9 of 19

Grocery bills can quickly eat away at your income. In order to corral these costs, you'll need to make sacrifices, look for cheaper alternatives, and take advantage of offers and deals. BUY STORE BRANDS One way to cut costs is to buy store brands. While it may not be popular with the kids, store brands offer similar quality ...
Sports & Recreation > Football Coaches A look at NFL head coaches in the hot seat for 2010: 2 of 4

The San Francisco 49ers fired Head Coach Mike Singletary after a 25-17 loss to the St. Louis Rams. The dismissal was the fourth this NFL season as Dallas’ Wade Phillips, Minnesota’s Brad Childress, and Denver’s Josh McDaniels were let go earlier this year. Even with all of these in-season firings, it’...