May 8, 2012
An Online Tool for Comparing Checking Account Fees
NY Times
Comparing checking account fees isn’t easy to do, as you know if you’ve ever tried to shop for a new account. Account disclosure formats vary, despite recent attempts at simplifying the way in which banks present information about fees, minimum balance requirements and other details to consumers.
The Web site NerdWallet has taken a stab at making it a bit easier, with a new tool that helps you sort through the options. The site’s founder, Tim Chen, said in an e-mail that his deposits guru took information from more than 120 banks and credit unions to create the tool. The site plans to use a “crowd sourcing” model to help expand and update it. More info...
Apr 17, 2012
Discount Cruises
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Discount cruises on Disney Cruise Lines, Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Norwegian Cruise Lines, Holland America, Cunard, Crystal Cruises, Princess Cruises, and Costa Mediterranean Cruises. Cruise Alaska, Hawaii, Mexico, the Mediterranean, the Caribbean and more. Select your cruise: More info...
Apr 9, 2012
Inherent RisksAlmost every state—all except New York, Maryland, Nevada, and California—have some sort of equine activity law that in many situations can serve as a defense to a horse-related personal injury claim. These state laws differ in detail, but generally recognize that horse sports and other equine activities have inherent risks associated with them. When participants are warned of these risks and then take part in the activity anyway, they assume the risk of being injured. More info...
Apr 7, 2012
Discipline Managers Appointed for 2014 Alltech WEGThe Organizing Committee of the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2014 in Normandy, France, has announced the appointment of the managers who will be in charge of the eight competition disciplines at the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) flagship event. The discipline managers who have been appointed are:
Dressage and Para-Dressage: Didier Ferrer, the organizer of CDI3* Biarritz, France, and the various CDIs at Vidauban, France. He will be supported by a para-dressage specialist who will be joining the team shortly; More info...
Mar 27, 2012
Tickets for Basketball, Baseball, Hockey, Concerts, and Theater
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Disney on Ice, Snow Patrol, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Spring Training, WWE Smackdown, Hockey playoffs, Pink Martini, Van Halen, Liza Minnelli, Daughtry, Yanni, Gyspsy Kings, Rammstein, Chicago - The Band, Jersey Boys, Joffrey Ballet, Sony Ericsson Open, Diaan Krall, Judy Collins, Martin Short, Come Fly Away, Debbi Reynolds, Jerry Seinfeld, BB King, Stomp, Wicked, Miami City Ballet, South Pacific, Red Green, South Pacific, Pink Martini, Miami Heat, Florida Panthers, Florida Marlins, The Supervillans, Roy Ayers, Martrio, Cursive, Newsboys, Boeing Boeing, Sergio Mendes, Wilco, Cloris Leachman, The Lion King, Florida Gators, The Florida Orchestra, Steel Magnolias, The Fresh Beat Band, Skid Roe, Rick Springfield, Aida More info...
Mar 19, 2012
Carribean Travel - $100 food or beverage credit
American Express Vacations
Receive up to a $100 food or beverage credit and more when you book a 4 night air inclusive Caribbean escape with American Express Vacations and American Airlines. See full terms. More info...
Mar 17, 2012
St. Patrick's Day
Horse dressed for the celebration
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Mar 14, 2012
Boost your odds of getting a mortgage
Build your mortgage borrowing power
Qualifying for a mortgage in today's market requires some preliminary work. You can build your mortgage borrowing power by following these steps.
Job stability
Lenders look for borrowers with stable employment. Two years in the same job or at least in the same occupation is considered the minimum. Don't change jobs (unless it's going to increase your income it will decrease your borrowing power) if you are thinking of buying a home.
Don't start a new business within two years before applying for a mortgage. Some people like entrepreneurs, but lenders don't. More info...
Mar 14, 2012
Car and Truck Loans
Best rates, online, fast approval, no fooling
Car dealers want to make money on your loan by charging higher interest rates. Get you own loan where you can compare several deals before deciding. Take charge of your finances. More info...
Mar 9, 2012
This week's Animal Tracks slideshow: Feb.29 - March 6
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