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First-time home buyers (FTHB) are taking advantage of one of the best real estate environments we have ever seen. Home affordability this year has been at an all time high with low interest rates and declining home prices. However, buyers on the fence should not be complacent.
Buying Your First Home - Memories and Money Await You


Washington is buzzing about pending changes in the health-care system, and a bill could pass before the end of the year. In the meantime, if you're facing a layoff, graduating from college and losing benefits, or struggling to pay rising premiums, you can still find affordable coverage.		 Score Big Savings on Health Coverage - By Kimberly Lankford - Kiplinger.com

The start of the school year is an especially busy time for families. Sometimes it can seem like children are taking on too much or you can worry about how they're handling everything they have to do.
 Leading the Way into the New School Year - Tips to Help Parents Save Time and Help Children Grow - By Jason W. Womack and Joe Bruzzese
Burger of American cuisine, the dish that most likely comes to mind first is the hamburger. It's not only the most iconic foodstuff our country has to offer, when done right it is also one of the most delicious and satisfying meals you can eat with your hands.
 Burger Meister - Mastering the World's Most Perfect Sandwich - By Kirk Leins
For most of us, that means a return to the "Back to School" mentality. At the same time, you may have been enjoying the summer by sleeping in more, traveling, cutting out early on Friday, and maybe even exercising less. Then all of a sudden - BAM - you are back in action and expected to be producing at full throttle with optimal energy.
 Back to School...Back to Optimal Energy - The Importance of Eating Breakfast - By Jim Karas

It's tough to argue against the idea of leading an environmentally conscious existence. But, a concern for many people is that going "green" means spending extra money on eco-friendly products. We'll put that myth to rest with a list of products that will not only help preserve our environment, but our budgets as well.
 It's Easy Being Green - Not to Mention Cost Effective

September is here, which means parents and kids around the country are back in the routine of homework and study time. In honor of the school bell ringing once more, here are some interesting facts about education from Every Learner.
 The School Year's Back - Fun Facts about Education

Ginger of Southport




Posted Thursday Sep 03