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If your cholesterol levels have been edging upward, changing your diet can make a real difference.
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Unless your car is brand new, it will probably need maintenance at some point, ranging from routine oil changes to major repairs. Most mechanics are honest, but some may try to…
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Editor's Note: This story originally appeared on Boldin.
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Editor's Note: This story originally appeared on Boldin.
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Most Americans will need long-term care at some point, yet only 3% of people over age 50 have long-term care insurance, according to research firm LIMRA.
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Years ago, a reader named Linda wrote to me. Her husband had just turned 62 and wanted to start Social Security right away. She was upset.
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Editor's Note: This story comes from CableTV.com.
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Is high cholesterol being blown out of proportion, or is it something you really shouldn’t dismiss? If you’ve come across mixed messages online, you’re not the only one.…
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One thing the window salesperson isn’t exaggerating is the cost of leaky windows. They really can drain your wallet.
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Retirement brings major changes, and one of the first is often dealing with the federal health insurance system.
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You open your credit card bill, see the minimum amount due, and feel relieved. $87 sounds doable.
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