Best Use for Your tax refund...You!! - 04/21/08 11:00 AM
Tax refunds are coming soon. Small or large, most people already have plans for using that refund...
Caring for possessions - maybe update an old appliance for a more energy efficient one or re-carpet a home, new hardwood floors, paint the exterior trim. Oh, there is always a list a mile long.
Transportation … (5 comments)
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Complaints Are Up...Used to be ..."The Tough Get Going" - 04/21/08 10:48 AM
Ever notice that when times are tough, complaints go up? I remember the old saying "when times are tough, the tough get going" but things seem so different now...
Here are a few examples:
1) Age-discrimination complaints are up - baby boomers are aging and as a result are more vulnerable to losing … (3 comments)
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OC Surfers Aiming at the Biggest Prize...the Biggest Waves! - 04/15/08 11:49 PM
Three OC local surfers are nominated for this year's XXL Global Big Wave Awards Event!
There is an area about 100 miles from Dana Point called the Cortes bank and San Clemente surfer Mike Parsons (nominee for Biggest Wave of the Year Award) takes the big ride there with waves that are … (3 comments)
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Did You Pay Sales Tax on the Puppy or Kitten You Bought? - 04/15/08 11:34 PM
I bought my dog from a breeder and I sure don't remember paying any sales tax....
If I bought a puppy at one of the Mall pet stores, I bet I would have had the sales tax on my bill. Did you know that breeders and pet stores should be charging sales … (5 comments)
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Workers Worrying About Retirement... - 04/15/08 11:23 PM
The faultering economy and rising health care costs are causing worry in many American workers. They are worrying that they won't have enough money to live in any kind of comfort when they retire.
I guess, eveyone is going to be working longer so all that news reporting about social security collapsing … (1 comments)
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Small Businesses are Getting Attention...from the IRS!!! - 04/15/08 11:13 PM
One of the challenges small businesses face is getting attention...especially when they compete for business with the big guys!
Well, it's working...small businesses are getting attention - but from the wrong people. It's the IRS who is paying attention to small businesses these days.
Tax audits on large companies are dropping significantly … (3 comments)
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6 OC Franchisers Hit National Satisfaction List... - 04/13/08 12:23 PM
OC has 6 Franchisers that were recognized for the 2008 Franchisee Satisfaction Awards.
An independent market researcher called the Franchise Business Review surveyed almost 45,00 franchisees and 325 companies. Franchise satisfaction is a primary indicators of long term system growth, success and future potential.
Winners are grouped by size and the OC … (0 comments)
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School Teacher Cut-Backs...Are On-Line Classes the Future? - 04/13/08 12:12 PM
Recently an OC School District, named Placentia-Yorba Linda decided to allow their high achievers an opportunity not to go to class! And by that I mean they allowed a class of their students to enroll in the first on-line class ever offered by the district.
Because the students are high achievers, their … (1 comments)
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UCI to Receive Funds for Stem Cell Research - 04/10/08 02:58 PM
The California Institute for Regenerative Medicine panel recommended that UCI (located in Irvine, OC CA) receive $29.6 Million of the $37 Million it requested to build a "bench-to-bedside" institute where scientists would look for ways to use all forms of stem cells to treat not only disease, but injuries as well.
It sounds … (1 comments)
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Clinton's Need More Time to Count Their Money... - 04/10/08 10:25 AM
Oh well, the economy is going to hell and millions suffer in poverty, unemployment is rising and many others are homeless from tragedies across our nation like hurricanes, fires and floods.
But the Clinton's have their problems too...they need more time to file their tax return for 2007. Could it be that … (2 comments)
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Olympic Torch Passing...Platform for Protests? - 04/10/08 10:11 AM
WW1 - Courage, Dedication and Unity
WW2 - Courage, dedication and Unity
Viet Nam War - Protests
Desert Storm War - Protests
Iraq War - Protests
In the past, we have seen (or if you are younger, you've studied) our great nation rally to defend the liberty and democracy which it stands for. During the last 40 years … (2 comments)
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Artichokes in Your Garden? Oh Yes! - 04/07/08 12:45 AM
If you ever had an artichoke I don't need to tell you what a culinary treat it is.
But I learned recently that artichokes are also being used as a decorative in many gardens. The large leaves of this perennial Mediterranean plant have a silver tone and it can stand on its … (7 comments)
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What is Your Tipping Point for Fuel Costs? - 04/07/08 12:34 AM
Car-Pooling is more popular than ever. Cutting down on long automobile trips and using public transit. These are some alternatives to the paying at the pump...and recently we've seen new highs for fuel costs.
Analysts say we are already at a point where many consumers are cutting non-essentials or going with cheaper … (4 comments)
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Take the "I" Train in Irvine... - 04/06/08 02:11 PM
No, it's not a new song like "take the last Train to Clarksville"...it is a free ride system for Irvine (in the OC) commuters to take short hop sleek buses around the Irvine Center Business Complex.
From now until September 1, 2008 short-hop commuters can take unlimited free rides on the Irvine … (2 comments)
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Paunch Increases Alzheimers Risk? - 04/06/08 01:59 PM
I don't need any more incentives to lose weight, but I couldn't resist looking at this report.
Researchers already knew that being overweight during your middle years could lead to developing dementia later, but this new study is more precise in where that fat is concentrated and what can happen...
Having a "belly" … (1 comments)
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Keep Focus on Long Term Goals and Keep Cool... - 04/06/08 01:35 PM
A dip here, a dip there, a new grey hair here and a new grey hair there.
The key to keeping cool amid market dips is to stay focused on your long term goals. Statistically, according to the national Association of Realtors, a home nearly doubles in value every 10 years. yet, … (0 comments)
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Look at Retail Sales to Explain a Recession... - 04/06/08 12:43 PM
Well it's been 7 months of watching real estate values and Wall Street confessions that everyone predicts will push the economy into a recession...
How about reading into retail sales as an indicator?
The March figures aren't in yet, but retail sales fell dramatically in February, indicating that declines in payrolls and home … (1 comments)
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Create Your Own Peaceful Place... - 04/06/08 12:31 PM
Stress has been a buzzword for 10 or more years now. And finding a peaceful place or peaceful time for solitude is a challenge for most. But, have you ever thought of creating that peaceful place in or around your own home?
We seem to go places to find that peace … (1 comments)
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2 OC Men Honored at Arlington Ceremony - 04/02/08 01:26 PM
Two men from OC were honored at Arlington Cemetery in VA last week for their acts of bravery and sacrifice.
Walter D. Ehlers of Buena Park attended the ceremony and received the Medal of Honor. He was honored for single-handedly taking out a German machine-gun nest during WW2, then carrying a wounded soldier to … (5 comments)
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We've Got the Sun...and We're Using it! - 04/02/08 12:58 PM
Everyone knows the sun is always shining in Southern California, but knowing how to use it wisely is a talent.
This talent is embraced by the city of San Clemente who will use solar power to heat its proposed Aquatics Center and Civic Center. I've recently written about how this city … (1 comments)
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Stunning Home in Laguna Niguel with Views & Custom Upgrades Throughout... - 04/01/08 12:00 PM
Custom Upgrades Throughout with Panoramic Views in Laguna Niguel
Incomparable home! Stunning in every manner. Upgrades surpass homes sold at millions more! Gated front courtyard w/fountain and softscape take you to leaded glass double front doors. Dramatic entry is so inviting. Travertine floors with deeper color Travertine accent border and … (2 comments)
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