Suite101 on Jun 30, 2009
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Bad Credit Auto Loans - Pros and Cons
Buying a car does not come cheap so a car loan can prove essential. Is a bad credit auto loan a sensible idea for those who have missed or made late payments?
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Closing a Silent Auction
When silent auction bidding ends, a well-planned and efficient close exhibits professionalism and ensures fairness for bidders.
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E-Commerce Market Research
Starting an e-commerce business requires careful planning and forecasting. These three market research strategies suit a variety of business types and budgets.
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Five Steps to Becoming Self Employed
Want to know more about self employment? Who doesn't? Learn how to find opportunities, and find success. Use five steps to become self employed.
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Hiring Experienced Immigrants
Innovative companies are going beyond cultural differences and building their workforce based on expertise, skills and qualifications rather than cultural background.
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Home-Based Business Ideas for Dads
Fathers who want to stay home to care for their children have many unique home-based business ideas available to them, without sacrificing important time at home.
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How to Increase Credit Score
This article provides readers with tips on how to increase credit score and provides credit management service tips.
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Managing Silent Auction Check-Out
A pleasant silent auction payment process is an important piece of an overall excellent experience for donors at a fundraising event.
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Marin Brain Injury Network
Survivors of acquired brain injury can face a challenging road of recovery. For some, Marin Brain Injury Network's rehabilitation program becomes part of this journey.
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Reading a Budget Variance Report
Most companies have computer systems that generate reports that show variances from the budget. Managers need to be able understand them to report accurately.
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Running a Silent Auction
After months of planning, organizing and setup, a successful silent auction all comes down to just a handful of hours (or minutes) of shopping and bidding.
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Silent Auction Rules and Guidelines
Formalizing silent auction rules and guidelines minimizes confusion, makes bidding fair and fun for participants and allows volunteers to better assist during the event.
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Take the Steps to Become Self Employed
Learn the necessary steps to become self employed, and learn how to launch an independent career. Those who can find opportunities can also find success.
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The Savings Bond Breakdown
Savings bonds are a great gift for younger children. Be sure to know the differences between them before buying.
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What's My Credit Score?
This article provides readers with information on determining their credit score and answering their credit report questions.
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Bravo's NYC Prep Episode 2
From this episode, its hard to tell whether the series will explode into a Real Housewives Junior or just be a flash in the pan for Bravo Programming.
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Bullock and Reynolds Create Chemistry
Do not go to the movie expecting something original and tickle-your-bones funny. If you are looking for a movie to pass two hours, then this movie does not disappoint.
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Movie Review – Disney/Pixar's Up
Up, the latest masterpiece from Disney/Pixar, features stunning visuals, but the beauty of the story surpasses the beauty of the animation.
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Neverland Ranch and Los Olivos
The little town of Los Olivos, population 1,000, came to the public's attention when Michael Jackson built his Neverland Ranch there. Fans are flocking to this town.
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The Hurt Locker - A Kathryn Bigelow Film
Kathryn Bigelow's Iraq War drama is a nerve-shredding drama about a team of bomb disposal experts featuring cameos from Ralph Fiennes, Guy Pearce and Evangeline Lilley.
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The September Issue
In September 2009, we get a glimpse into the world of the woman who was the inspiration for the hit film The Devil Wears Prada.
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Can I Get Rid of Cellulite Thighs?
It's a fact - there is no cure for cellulite. However, there are proven ways of cellulite control that are realistic and won't break the bank.
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Financial Abuse Among the Elderly
Financial abuse includes all forms of manipulation or exploitation of another person's money. It causes emotional harm as this is seen as another form of mental abuse.
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Financial Abuse is Fraud
Financial abuse is another form of domestic abuse that affects not only the elderly, but it affects many people of all ages. This form of abuse can cause emotional harm.
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Health Impact of High Fructose Corn Syrup
High fructose corn syrup is cheap and has found its way into almost everything in the US supermarket. Despite protests from industry, research links it to disease.
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Hidden Gluten in Your Food
Educating those with celiac disease about different forms of gluten limits their chances of getting sick and saves them money by not buying items they can't consume.
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How does the G.I. Diet work?
The G.I. diet is works by following the principles of the Glycemic index of foods: eating low G.I. foods will lead to a healthier lifestyle and can assist weight loss.
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How to Survive a Namibian Winter
The sudden change from intense heat to the mind numbing cold of winter in Namibia is enough to foster depression and negativity. Here's how to curb those winter blues.
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Red Clover
Bee bread, cow clover, or meadow clover...is Trifolium pratense a useful medicinal herb or just another "natural" cure that interferes with mainstream medical treatments?
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Self Image & Self Esteem
Webster's Dictionary defines self-image as "one's conception of oneself or of one's role." How do you define it?
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Teacher Abuse is on the Increase
There is a trend of violence toward teachers that is rapidly getting out of control in schools around the globe. Teachers are becoming fearful of a job they once loved.
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The Facts about Zoloft®
Zoloft® (sertraline) is a prescription anti-depressant. It is important to know the facts before beginning a regimine.
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The Importance of Magnesium
With the constant wave of nutritional information, many crucial aspects of healthy eating are overlooked. One of these is the importance of magnesium.
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The Power of Breakfast
Up to a third of people admit to skipping breakfast for a variety of reasons, but there could be some wisdom in the old saying "Eat breakfast for a king............"
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Understanding Crohn's Disease
It isn't always easy to understand the daily issues of someone who is suffering from a chronic illness such as Crohn's; here are some tips.
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What Causes Itching?
Almost everyone has experienced itching and whilst it is normally a trivial complaint, the sensation can be unbearable and occasionally a sign of serious disease.
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What is Rheumatoid Arthritis?
According to the Arthritis Foundation, 1.3 million Americans are affected by Rheumatoid Arthritis for which there is no cure. Rheumatoid Arthritis is a hard disease to di
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Choosing a Makeup Concealer
Make-up aisles are crowded with concealers for sallow skin, red blotches or purple circles. They come in sticks, compacts, wands or liquids. So how do you choose?
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Easy and Affordable Summer Centerpieces
A simple centerpiece can add the finishing touch on an already perfectly set table. With a few easy ideas, guests will be wondering why they didn't think of it first.
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Goat Milk Stuff
Looking for a natural body care product to moisturize and nourish the skin? Homemade Goat Milk Soap made by Goat Milk Stuff is the answer!
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How to Measure Your Home for Gutters
Many contractors specialize in seamless gutter installation, but a relatively handy do-it-yourselfer can handle this project with a few basic tools and a little know-how.
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Smashing Bathing Suits for this Summer
Don't spend another minute in a cover-up just because you don't have that perfect bathing suit. Here are some key tips to finding the right bathing suit for you.
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Spring Flats for Every Style
Every now and then a girl has to take a day off from those sky-high heels. But don't ever sacrifice style for comfort; look super cute for spring in fabulous flats.
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Thread Away Facial Hair
Tweezing your eyebrows hair by hair trying to get the perfect shape can be tedious. But there is a way to rip out your hair, literally, to get the job done.
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Jimi Hendrix DVD At Last...The Beginning
This 95 minute DVD delves into the making of Hendrix's classic-and last official-album, Electric Ladyland, including interviews with musicians, insiders & engineers.
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Nirvana's Bleach Twenty Years On
Twenty years ago Nirvana released Bleach, their debut album. It was an important stepping stone in a short but brilliant and legendary rock career.
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Popular Glam Rock Bands On Tour Now
Glam rock bands such as the New York Dolls, Mott the Hoople, Poison, Def Leppard, Cheap Trick, Motley Crue, and KISS are proving they can still draw big crowds.
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We Are the World: A Michael Jackson Moment
On one long January night, music legends gathered to record seven remarkable minutes that Michael Jackson helped make real. The accompanying album wasn't so bad either.
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Choosing a Financial Planner
When choosing a financial planner, get referrals from friends, read up on financial planning, shortlist only licensed planners and ask for a Financial Service Guide.
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Getting Kids Involved in House Work
It's not often easy to get children to assist in the upkeep of the home, but with creativity, diligence and gentle reminders there are ways to get them more interested.
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How to Help Children Manage Jet Lag
Parents can prepare kids for the new time zone, let them have ample rest, get them moving and feed them healthy foods help children cope with jet lag.
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Raising a Tweenager
The "tween" years, which fall between the ages of eight and twelve, can often be challenging for both parent and child.
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Florida's New Car "Lemon Law"
A new car is among the largest purchase someone makes. All vehicle systems are expected to work properly. Florida has special protections for new car buyers.
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Reforming Disability Benefits in Ontario
In 1998, when both Ontario Works and ODSP programs were created, people with disabilities were promised they would be taken off welfare; so far it is not the case.
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Toronto City Workers Walk Off the Job
Toronto city workers have been off the job for almost one week. After five months of bargaining for a new contract, neither the city or the unions want to give in.
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Taking Control with the PC Command Line
The Linux command line is a powerful place to be, and that power is available to a Windows user as well. Now everyone can take complete control of their own computers.
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Tiger Woods 10 on Wii
With new controls and new modes, EA Sports' latest edition, Tiger Woods 10 on Wii is the premier golf game on the market.
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What is DAW Software?
Over the last ten years, DAW software has usurped both the multi-track tape recorder and integrated DAWs to become the central part of most modern recording studios.
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Recommended Canon and Nikon DSLR Lenses
The focal length and aperture of a lens will determine its suitability for a job. Here's how to choose the best Canon and Nikon lenses for different situations.
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Taking The Lead In Ballroom Latin Dance
Among all Ballroom dance regions in the world, Japan is the only place where the male dance partner is called the "leader" and the female partner the "follower".
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