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Turn the 'getting there' into the best part of the trip

The next time you decide to go on a road trip, don't be in such a hurry to get to your destination. If you take the time to plan your trip - and plan it well - you are likely to find a lot of places worth checking out along the way.

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What you need to think about when considering a career change

In this time of economic uncertainty, people of all ages are considering career changes. People are forced to explore other career options because of layoffs. Others seek a new direction as they experience declining satisfaction with a job they once found exciting. Professionals who have made successful switches to different careers offer advice to help others do the same.

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Why are hybrid cars cheaper to insure?

What kind of car is in your driveway? If it's one of the new hybrids, congratulations. Not only are you doing your part to cut greenhouse gas emissions and save energy, you're likely saving on auto insurance as well.

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Savvy investors lead 21st century gold rush

The term "don't put your eggs all in one basket" makes perfect sense when talking about financial investments, and after the recent stock market plummet, many families are realizing why they need financial portfolio diversification.

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Hush the holiday rush

The holidays are joyous times but stressful too. There is so much to do in preparation that often it's easy to get caught up in the hoopla and miss out on the opportunity to actually enjoy friends and family and all that the holiday season brings. Here are tips for being proactive so that you can actually avoid the stress and enjoy the holiday season this year.

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Confident style: How to express your true inner beauty

Your appearance - from what you wear, to how you style your hair, to how you carry yourself - sends a message to the outside world. When you exude confident style, that message stays consistent across all of your style "personalities," going from your work attire to your casual outfits to your most glammed-up evening wear.

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Nicotine addiction: A women's health crisis

Women account for approximately 20 percent of the world's 1 billion smokers and 17.4 percent of adult women in the U.S. smoke. Cigarette smoking kills more than 173,000 women in the United States each year. In addition to the risks both men and women face from smoking, women are at risk for a unique set of complications, including certain cancers and problems with fertility and pregnancy.

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Motorcycle safety tips - Life-saving information every rider should know

Whether you're new to the sport of motorcycling or an old pro, it's important to keep safety top-of-mind every time you push up your kickstand. Approximately 4,700 people died in motorcycling accidents in 2009 in the 50 states and District of Columbia , according to the American Motorcyclists Association (AMA).

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How to choose a safe, effective fish oil supplement

Americans now swallow fish oil more often than multivitamins, according to ConsumerLab's recent annual survey of vitamin and supplement users. And it's no wonder why - fish oil is one of the best supplements anyone can take.

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Protect your family's home, even after you are gone

Caring for your family is something you do every day of your life. But there might come a time when you won't be available. Mortgage life insurance is a life insurance product designed to help your survivors pay your mortgage after you pass away.

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