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By Karen Poff on Feb 6, 9:59 AM
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The advertisements for tax services around this time of year often come with an offer of a refund anticipation loan. They might have a different name such as "Rapid Refund" or "Fast Cash," but the fine print will show that the "refund" is really a loan.
Whether you watch the super bowl for the game or the commercials, don't let this day of football and friends get in the way of your New Year's resolutions to live healthier and take better care of yourself.
Winter and exercise do not seem compatible. Often it is difficult to get outside to walk when the weather is bad. In addition, most of us have sedentary desk jobs. It is time to think out of the box to...
By Karen Poff on Jan 13, 11:50 AM
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Everyone has heard of homeowner's insurance. Mortgage companies require it when you purchase a home to ensure that the house will be covered. Fortunately, homeowner's insurance also protects the personal property in the home, which benefits the homeowner, too.
By Karen Poff on Jan 3, 3:01 PM
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A reader sent a comment after my last blog about clearing clutter with Freecycle (thanks Kristin!). We weren't able to post the comment because of a policy of not allowing websites to be listed in comments. So, I'm writing this follow-up blog to tell you more about Freecycle.
Do you eat at your desk? Do you grab a snack from a community platter? Do you have office potlucks? If your answer is yes to any of these questions, it is important to consider these food safety facts and tips!
By Karen Poff on Dec 22, 2:09 PM
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During the time from Thanksgiving to New Year's, we create an extra 5 million tons of garbage. The extra waste is generated because the average American household increases its trash output by 25 percent during the holidays. To keep all of that extra trash from filling up our landfills, we need to think twice before tossing it into the garbage can.
Between Thanksgiving and the New Year, people attend numerous parties and holiday dinners. Food is part of the holiday traditions. One big challenge for most of us is enjoying holiday foods without gaining too many pounds. With some planning, this challenge can be met with success!
The holidays ... such a great time of the year for get-togethers, good food and over indulging. A particular drink I always seem to find at parties is eggnog; so good, but can be so bad, too! Before you grab a glass of this holiday drink, take a look at a lower-calorie option and some nutrition facts on eggs.
Do you have visions of turkey, stuffing and sweet potatoes dancing in your head? Don't let a tight budget stop you from planning a spectacular and safe Thanksgiving meal!
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