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	<title>substantial gap</title>
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				<title>Substantial Income Opportunity</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 17:22:23 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Many people have jobs they don't particularly like, many of them are looking for another way to provide themselves with a good living, a way that would prove to be a great substantial income opportunity.A dream of almost all people is to earn money doing what they like and enjoy income stream]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/" rel="tag"></a>Many people have jobs they don't particularly like, many of them are looking for another way to provide themselves with a good living, a way that would prove to be a great substantial income opportunity.<br><br>A dream of almost all people is to earn money doing what they like and enjoy income stream coming out of it.<br><br>There are many substantial income opportunities out there that will enable you to make extra money that might become a full time income within a years or even months to come.<br><br>However if you are looking for income opportunities you need to first establish your goals and decide what kind of lifestyle you want to live in the future and what level of income you expect and finally how much effort you are ready to put into substantial income opportunity to work towards your goals.<br><br>Some people get extra jobs to earn extra income, some people decide to open a large business investing loads of money not being quite sure if the business will ever pay off their investments.<br><br>Well, maybe these ways work for some people but won't actually give them a freedom as they may have with online substantial income opportunities.<br><br>That's right online income opportunity is the easiest one to start with as the Internet developed all over the world and you can use it to your own advantage anytime you want.<br><br>Online substantial income opportunity is also the one that gives you flexibility and freedom as you can set your own working hours and do the job without any pressure and interruption.<br><br>Now when it comes to find the opportunity right for you, a few most popular of them might be considered:<br><br>- Affiliate Marketing<br><br>This is substantial income opportunity that enables you to make money selling someone else's products. It's easy and cost effective to start with however it requires some skills and knowledge of how to promote products online and eventually offline in order to generate prospects and close sales.<br><br>- Mlm Marketing<br><br>MLM marketing has proven to be a great income earner for many people all over the world. You can earn money by building a team of people and getting paid from your own and your team efforts.<br><br>And here is the trick- the good thing is that MLM marketing has a potential to provide you with substantial, recurring income every month but it's usually takes some time to make it happen. MLM is all about sponsoring new people to your team and building relationships with them which isn't easy as many of them will be rather skeptical. That's why mastering some great communication skills is essential to make MLM marketing an substantial income opportunity right for you.<br><br>- Online Surveys<br><br>You can make money just by giving opinions about various products. There are many companies that will pay you cash or give you points you can redeem for gifts and other goods just for completing simple surveys on their products.<br><br>Online surveys maybe won't make you a millions but they can become a solid extra income opportunity. The idea is to sign up for as many survey companies as you can in order to receive more surveys you can participate in.<br><br>The above examples are just a few most popular substantial income opportunities from many others you can find online.<br><br>It's all about researching, establishing your goals and working towards them by picking the income opportunity that fits your current lifestyle, the amount of time you have on you hands and amount of effort you are ready to put into it.<bio>Daniel Gebura is an experienced network marketer who helps ordinary people build a successful home business. Visit Daniel's <a target="_new" href="http://www.financial3dom.net/">Internet Business Opportunities</a> website for the best legitimate business opportunities and hundreds of free money making tips and tricks. Do you want to make money just by giving away a link to free education? Visit <a target="_new" href="http://www.suniversity.net">Success University</a>.</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>New Bankruptcy Law Makes It More Difficult To Go Bankrupt</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/new-bankruptcy-law-makes-it-more-difficult-to-go-bankrupt</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jul 2007 20:24:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>bankruptcy code</category><category>bankruptcy abuse prevention and consumer protection act</category><category>chapter 7</category><category>consumer bankruptcy</category><category>bankruptcy filings</category><category>debtors</category><category>debtor</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/new-bankruptcy-law-makes-it-more-difficult-to-go-bankrupt</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Disclaimer: The following article meant for reference only, and is not intended to be legal advice. Be sure to consult a lawyer for a full explanation.  The Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act was became effective on October 17, 2005 (except for a few provisions). This]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Disclaimer: The following article meant for reference only, and is not intended to be legal advice. Be sure to consult a lawyer for a full explanation. <br /><br /> The <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bankruptcy+abuse+prevention+and+consumer+protection+act" rel="tag">Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act</a> was became effective on October 17, 2005 (except for a few provisions). This amendment to the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bankruptcy+code" rel="tag">Bankruptcy Code</a> is a major revision of the 1978 Bankruptcy Code and deals mainly with <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/consumer+bankruptcy" rel="tag">consumer bankruptcy</a>. It was passed in response to rising <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bankruptcy+filings" rel="tag">bankruptcy filings</a> and is based on a concept of increased personal responsibility. This article offers a very brief explanation of the "means test" that is designed to dump some <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/debtor" rel="tag">debtor</a>s" rel="tag">debtors</a> out of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/chapter+7" rel="tag">Chapter 7</a> and into Chapter 13: <br /><br /> Most debtors would of course prefer to discharge their debts under Chapter 7 rather than pay into Chapter 13. For debtors with the ability to pay, however, this will not be nearly as automatic as before. Under the previous version of the Bankruptcy Code, a finding of "substantial abuse" had to be made before a debtor was barred from Chapter 7 relief. Under the new law, this standard is reduced to "abuse" (one act of abuse is sufficient rather than "substantial" abuse). Abuse is now presumed for debtors deemed to have the means to pay into Chapter 13. This means test applies to debtors net current monthly incomes greater than their state's median income. <br /><br /> The means test has two prongs: <br /><br /> 1. If the debtor's net monthly income after deductions is at least $166.67, the debtor is presumed to be ineligible for Chapter 7 relief. <br /><br /> 2. If the debtor's net monthly income is at least $100 and the debtor is deemed to have the means to pay at least one-fourth of his/her unsecured debt over 5 years, then the debtor is presumed to be ineligible for Chapter 7 relief. <br /><br /> What all this means is that debtors who file under Chapter 7 will be forced to pay as much as they can under Chapter 13 if they can afford to unless they can prove that they are not abusing the system by filing under Chapter 7 . The word "presumed" simply means that whatever is presumed will be taken as true unless proven otherwise - the burden of proof has switched to the debtor to prove there is no abuse rather than on the government to prove "substantial abuse" as before.   <bio>"Bankruptcy" at <a href="http://bankruptcyguide4u.blogspot.com" >http://bankruptcyguide4u.blogspot.com</a> offers readers comprehensive information about bankruptcy, including bankruptcy loans. See also <a href="http://bankruptcyguide4u.blogspot.com/2007/03/means-test-and-presumption-of" >http://bankruptcyguide4u.blogspot.com/2007/03/means-test-and-presumption-of</a>= -abuse.html.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Can You Gender Test Your Unborn Child?</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 06 May 2006 05:32:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>patent pending technology</category><category>baby girl</category><category>fetus</category><category>chromosome</category><category>maternal blood</category><category>http</category><category>chromosomal dna</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/can-you-gender-test-your-unborn-child</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[With only a few drops of your maternal blood you can find out if baby's sex is male or female. And you can do it as early as five weeks after conception with the newest technology in the area.  The technology has been tested for the last 14 years - and it works! I am amazed that it is possible.]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[With only a few drops of your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/maternal+blood" rel="tag">maternal blood</a> you can find out if baby's sex is male or female. And you can do it as early as five weeks after conception with the newest technology in the area. <br /><br /> The technology has been tested for the last 14 years - and it works! I am amazed that it is possible. When I was pregnant the last time I got the test -- which was very easy to understand and perform. The result came within less than 48 hours, and my husband and I was very happy to learn that I was carrying a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/baby+girl" rel="tag">baby girl</a>. Our two sons were delighted about their baby sister to come. When the baby girl was born, we had made everything ready for her. No worries about getting pink or blue clothes. <br /><br /> The test is done with cutting-edge, patent-pending technology to attain the earliest gender detection with unprecedented sensitivity and unsurpassed accuracy. <br /><br /> The technique traces the amount of active genetic fetal <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/chromosomal+dna" rel="tag">chromosomal DNA</a> in the maternal blood to determine gender. It is proven, well-documented scientific fact that your baby releases its DNA into your blood plasma. In a lab it is possible to determine <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/fetus" rel="tag">fetus</a>-originated-specific <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/chromosome" rel="tag">chromosome</a> sequence detected in the maternal blood stream. <br /><br /> If there is fetus-originated Y-specific chromosome sequence detected in your blood, you are currently carrying at least one baby boy. <br /><br /> If fetus-originated X-specific chromosome sequence is detected in your blood, you are currently carrying at least one baby girl. <br /><br /> If there is a substantial amount fetus-originated Y-specific chromosome sequence detectable in your sample, indicating that you are carrying at least one baby boy and there is a substantial amount of fetus-originated X-specific chromosome sequence detected in your blood, indicating that you are carrying at least one baby girl. Then you are currently carrying at least one baby girl and boy at this time.   <bio>Much more information about Baby Gender on this website. <a href="http://www.baby-gender-e.com">http://www.baby-gender-e.com</a> Go there! </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>How To Get Cheap Car Insurance Online In Mississippi</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2008 21:14:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Congratulations! Getting your car insurance online will save you a ton of money month after month and year after year. But before you simply jump online and find one of those websites that allows you to compare the prices of car insurance policies from a variety of insurance companies there are a]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Congratulations! Getting your car insurance online will save you a ton of money month after month and year after year. But before you simply jump online and find one of those websites that allows you to compare the prices of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/car+insurance+policies" rel="tag">car insurance policies</a> from a variety of insurance companies there are a few things you need to do first. <br /><br /> To begin with you need to know how to answer some of the questions that you will be asked. Reading this article should help you answer many of the questions in the right way - that is, in the way that will save you the most money. <br /><br /> For example, if it is at all possible for you to park your car in a garage at night you are going to save money. <br /><br /> If you can set it up so that your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/insurance+payment" rel="tag">insurance payment</a> is made automatically every month out of your bank account you will also save money. <br /><br /> Many insurance companies will charge you less if you buy and use a simple <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/steering+wheel" rel="tag">steering wheel</a> locking device. Your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/insurance+agent" rel="tag">insurance agent</a> may suggest other simple and low-cost anti-theft measures that can save you even more. <br /><br /> Start carpooling to work every day. Carpooling not only saves gas and wear and tear on your car, but if you can cut the number of miles in half that you normally drive to and from work every month then you will reduce the cost of your car insurance as well. <br /><br /> If you can use public transportation as much as possible and leave your car parked at home half the time, you may be able to qualify for a rather substantial Low Mileage Discount. <br /><br /> If you retire from work let your agent know as this will also reduce the cost of your car insurance. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/young+drivers" rel="tag">Young drivers</a> should stay in school and work hard on getting good grades. If you can maintain a "B" grade average - or better - you can save a substantial 5% or more on your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/insurance+costs" rel="tag">insurance costs</a>. <br /><br /> If you are married listing the wife as the primary driver of the vehicle and listing the husband as the secondary driver will save you a substantial amount every month. <br /><br /> Drive legally at all times. It should come as no surprise to you that if you have <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/speeding+tickets" rel="tag">speeding tickets</a> or other moving violations on your driving record you will not find the cheapest auto insurance. <br /><br /> Don't pay for collision or comprehensive insurance on older vehicles. If your vehicle is so old or so beat-up that it no longer has any Kelly Blue Book value then there is no reason in the world for you to waste another penny on collision or comprehensive insurance. <br /><br /> The more you can afford to pay for your deductible the less you will pay each month for your insurance. Of course you don't want to go overboard and promise to pay a larger deductible than you can actually afford. <br /><br /> And, as we said earlier, buying your car insurance online also saves you money. One of the tricks if you want to save the most money possible is to take the extra time to fill out the form on 3 different websites that compare insurance prices, rather than relying on the results from just one site. <br /><br /> Also you will need to take care that you answer the questions on all 3 websites exactly the same way. By putting in the same answer each time you are comparing the same car insurance policy on all three websites and the results you get will be more valuable and will save you more money. <br /><br /> Once you've made your comparisons on 3 different sites all you need to do is review all the answers and choose the lowest-price. That's all there is to it. Really. That is how you get cheap car insurance online in Mississippi.   <bio>View some great sites that we recommend for saving a lot of money on insurance <a href="http://www.EzQuoteGuide.com" >http://www.EzQuoteGuide.com</a> <a href="http://www.RecommendedInsurance.com" >http://www.RecommendedInsurance.com</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>One Adsense Website People Get Ready</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Jan 2008 01:25:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>substantial residual income</category><category>income provider</category><category>adsense websites</category><category>page websites</category><category>google</category><category>domain website</category><category>substantial income</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/one-adsense-website-people-get-ready</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ As most people with an online business know already, one of the best ways of making money from a website is with Google Adsense.  If You have adsense ads on your website you know that it can be a good residual income provider without having to do a lot of extra work. It depends on how good your]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ As most people with an online business know already, one of the best ways of making money from a website is with <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/google" rel="tag">Google</a> Adsense. <br /><br /> If You have adsense ads on your website you know that it can be a good residual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/income+provider" rel="tag">income provider</a> without having to do a lot of extra work. It depends on how good your site is and how much traffic you get. You are also aware by now that one website is simply not enough to create a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/substantial+residual+income" rel="tag">substantial residual income</a>. What good is $2 a day? it is not much of a residual income, and how long did it take you to get the site up an running? <br /><br /> We all know that when it comes to adsense that it's a numbers game i.e. the more websites you have out there means more revenue gained. One way of squeezing more revenue from adsense is to create more and more <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/adsense+websites" rel="tag">adsense websites</a>. The idea is to keep building adsense websites and get them out there until you are satisfied with your monthly income, it might take 10, 20, or even 50 adsense websites until you are earning a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/substantial+income" rel="tag">substantial income</a> from adsense alone. <br /><br /> You are probably thinking right now - How in the world am I supposed to create 50 websites with adsense on them when it took me 3 months to create one? Well there is a way and it is so cool that you will laugh an be amazed when you are doing it. You don't even need a domain, well, you need one domain and just create folders for the other ones based on your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/domain+website" rel="tag">domain website</a>. You only need to create one <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/page+websites" rel="tag">page websites</a> with adsense on them, and they are all hosted with your web host within your one real domain. <br /><br /> You can create an adsense website in 15 minutes, and as time goes on and you become more efficient you'll be turning out adsense websites in 5 minutes, as many as you like to turn out a day. It is so simple. <br /><br /> Now you are probably thinking - Tell me how I can create an adsense website in 15 minutes and have it up and running generating revenue for me? <br /><br /> Here is a quote that I came up with a few years ago that you may be able to use and make sense of, It certainly helped me to get things done. It's called "DO IT" - It's better to do it than not to do it, because if you don't do it, you'll be sorry you didn't, but when you've done it, you'll be glad you did it - So Do IT. <br /><br /> Like anything in life, the thought of doing something worth while and constructive is much worst than the actual application. The trick is to just do ahead and do it, you'll be glad you did it. <br /><br /> By now you are probably thinking - enough of the nonsense talk just tell me how I can create so many adsense websites without domains? <br /><br /> Okay I'll tell you, you're very impatient. Just follow the Google Cash link below after my name and if you like what you see, then get going. It's time you started to increase your adsense earnings 10 fold and beyond. Here we go.   <bio>David O Connell - How would you like to earn an extra $500 to $1000 a week <a href="http://www.googlecash.bloggers-guide.com" >http://www.googlecash.bloggers-guide.com</a> How to create successful revenue pulling blogs <a href="http://www.bloggers-guide.com" >http://www.bloggers-guide.com</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>1 In 3 People "Owed" Tax Refund</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 20 Oct 2007 11:20:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>aware that they</category><category>holiday job</category><category>daunting</category><category>tax refunds</category><category>tax refund</category><category>income tax</category><category>gaps</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/1-in-3-people-owed-tax-refund</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ There are 30 million taxpayers in the UK and, according to the latest research by tax refund company Refunds Direct, around 1 in 3 are owed a tax refund. Alarmingly, one of the most common payment mistake areas is income tax, where the average refund is over =A3800.  Why don't you know about it?]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ There are 30 million taxpayers in the UK and, according to the latest research by <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tax+refund" rel="tag">tax refund</a> company Refunds Direct, around 1 in 3 are owed a tax refund. Alarmingly, one of the most common payment mistake areas is <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/income+tax" rel="tag">income tax</a>, where the average refund is over =A3800. <br /><br /> Why don't you know about it? Many people believe the Government will refund overpaid tax. Sadly, this is not true and it is an individual's responsibility to claim their tax back. <br /><br /> Income tax overpayment affects a lot of people. Thankfully, unlike the tax system itself, finding out of you're due a refund is quite simple. Firstly, ask yourself if any of the following apply to you or to someone you know: have you worked for part of a tax year? Have you paid emergency tax for 3 months or more? Have you had numerous jobs or worked for through agencies? Have you had substantial <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/gaps" rel="tag">gaps</a> in your employment? Have you entered the UK to work or are leaving the UK? Are you a student who has a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/holiday+job" rel="tag">holiday job</a> or placement? <br /><br /> If you can answer 'yes' to any of these questions, you may want to find out more - and now there is an easy way to do just that. Most of us find the tax system a bit <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/daunting" rel="tag">daunting</a> (8 out of 10 people admit to not understanding it), but help is at hand. With 'no win, no fee' services that takes all of the taxing work out of tax work, help is available. <br /><br /> Mike Oaten, from Refunds Direct, explains: "Up to 10 million people in the UK are potentially owed <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tax+refunds" rel="tag">tax refunds</a>. Many many millions of pounds in refunds goes unclaimed every year. Unless people act now it all stays in the taxman's pocket." <br /><br /> "Our goal is to make everyone in the country <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aware+that+they" rel="tag">aware that they</a> could get tax refunds and help them get their money back." <br /><br /> You may be eligible if you=85 <br /><br /> * Worked for part of a tax year  * Paid emergency tax for 3 months or more  * Had numerous jobs for worked through agencies  * Had substantial gaps in your employment  * Entered or left the UK to work  * Are you a student who has worked holiday job or placement <br /><br /> You are unlikely to be eligible if you=85 <br /><br /> * Stopped work and then claimed Job Seekers Allowance? If so, any refund would have been repaid by the benefits office. <br /><br /> * Stopped work part way through a tax year because of maternity leave or retirement.   <bio>Mike Oaten is a Director of Refunds Direct, a leading UK Tax Refund and Rebate company <a href="http://www.refundsdirect.co.uk" >http://www.refundsdirect.co.uk</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Lifelock - How Lifelock Compares To Other Services</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 May 2007 00:19:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>junk mail</category><category>identity theft protection</category><category>fraud alert</category><category>approved credit card</category><category>pre approved credit</category><category>contact</category><category>daily basis</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/lifelock-how-lifelock-compares-to-other-services</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ With identity theft becoming more and more a growing threat for Americans on a daily basis, the identity theft protection business, which was virtually nonexistent 10 years ago, has become a booming industry today. One of the newest companies to enter the arena is a company called LifeLock. The]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ With identity theft becoming more and more a growing threat for Americans on a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/daily+basis" rel="tag">daily basis</a>, the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/identity+theft+protection" rel="tag">identity theft protection</a> business, which was virtually nonexistent 10 years ago, has become a booming industry today. One of the newest companies to enter the arena is a company called LifeLock. The company claims to have the most advanced identity theft protection system available in the market today. The purpose of this article is to provide insight into exactly how the the company's system works and how it compares to other identity theft products available in the market. <br /><br /> The LifeLock system does basically three things that appear to be different from other identity theft protection services. First, it places a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/fraud+alert" rel="tag">fraud alert</a> on your credit files from the three major credit bureaus. A fraud alert basically requires any creditor using that credit file to grant new credit or an extension of credit in your name must <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/contact" rel="tag">contact</a> you by telephone (using the phone number specified in the fraud alert) or take other reasonable measures to verify your identity and confirm that the credit application is not the result of a stolen identity. These fraud alerts are only active for 90 days and then must be renewed, and LlifeLock takes care of this automatically. Second, they will perform the necessary processes to request removal of your name from <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/junk+mail" rel="tag">junk mail</a> lists. Finally, they will go through the necessary procedures to get you removed from pre-approved credit offer lists, which reduces the risk of someone trying to use pre-<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/approved+credit+card" rel="tag">approved credit card</a> junk mail to steal your identity. Their claim is that you should see a substantial reduction in pre-approved credit card offers and other junk mail with 2 months of your enrollment. <br /><br /> The main difference between the LifeLock protection system and other identity protection services is in their proactive approach to actually preventing the theft from occurring. This is different from most of the protection services available, some of which act as more of an insurance policy to reimburse you for financial losses that you incur after the fact. Other identity protection services actually monitor your credit report. These credit monitoring services will alert you in the event some sort of change or inquiry to your credit report has occurred. Often these two services are combined to offer what appears on the surface to be a more comprehensive protection package. But the reality is these services still only help you after your credit has been compromised. <br /><br /> Over the last three years (2003-2005) a total of 28.3 million individuals have been victims of identity theft. That's 1 out of every 8 individuals in the United States. Many victims spend thousands and thousands of dollars in out of pocket expenses, spend hundreds of hours of time both at home and at work, and lose thousands of dollars in wages due to time spent away from work. Many suffer the affects for years after the theft occurred. Identity theft can have a devastating effect on a person's life, both financially and emotionally. <br /><br /> The obvious key factor in protecting your identity is minimizing the lead time available to the thieves before detection. Most individuals who have had their identities stolen don't realize it for many months, and typically only after substantial damage has been done to their credit and their finances. And even though credit monitoring services certainly can reduce this lead time, even a one or two day delay can often be enough time for a thief to do substantial financial and credit damage. This is where LifeLock appears to standout above the rest. The focus on upfront prevention versus after the fact monitoring and recovery can give you substantial peace of mind knowing that your credit and your good credit standing that you worked so hard for are secure.   <bio>Matt Collins is the owner of several small businesses and an outspoken advocate regarding the growing dangers of identity theft. He runs an informational website at <a href="http://www.LifeLock-review.org" >http://www.LifeLock-review.org</a> where you can find useful information about identity theft products.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Making Money In The Net: The 3 Features You Should Look For In An Affiliate Marketing Program</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Nov 2006 04:27:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>affiliate marketing program</category><category>best affiliate program</category><category>amount of money</category><category>program business</category><category>cross paths</category><category>widely available</category><category>earning potential</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/making-money-in-the-net-the-3-features-you-should-look-for-in-an-affiliate-marketing-program</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[If your affiliate marketing program isn't generating as much cash as you expected, you may be either doing it wrong or you don't have the right affiliate marketing program. You should look for the best affiliate program that will make you earn a substantial amount of income. It is a fact that many]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[If your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affiliate+marketing+program" rel="tag">affiliate marketing program</a> isn't generating as much cash as you expected, you may be either doing it wrong or you don't have the right affiliate marketing program. You should look for the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/best+affiliate+program" rel="tag">best affiliate program</a> that will make you earn a substantial amount of income. It is a fact that many people who have chosen the best affiliate marketing program have earned a lot of money that they even considered to leave their regular jobs and fully concentrate on the affiliate marketing <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/program+business" rel="tag">program business</a>. <br /><br /> You may think that the best affiliate program is not easy to come by and that they can cost too much, but the best affiliate program is not really what it seems. You will find that the best affiliate marketing program is <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/widely+available" rel="tag">widely available</a> in the Internet and can only cost you a small <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/amount+of+money" rel="tag">amount of money</a> and some are even free. <br /><br /> Many people don't really see that a particular affiliate marketing program is the best even if they always <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cross+paths" rel="tag">cross paths</a> with it on the Internet. So, in order to recognize that an affiliate marketing program is the best kind, you should know how to look for one. <br /><br /> There are three features that you should look for in an affiliate marketing program in order to know that it's the best kind and will generate a good amount of income for you. <br /><br /> The first feature you should look for in an affiliate marketing program is that it should be easy to duplicate. Choosing an affiliate program shouldn't just be easy to implement and get results in terms of income, it should also be easy for you and others to duplicate. Obviously, the reason for this is that you can duplicate your success and with this, you can duplicate your income. <br /><br /> The second feature that you should look for in an affiliate program is it should have tasks that have to be repeated everyday. This feature is a sign that the affiliate marketing program is one of the best and is an income <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/earning+potential" rel="tag">earning potential</a>. With tasks that have to be repeated daily, you can expect that this program will get you the best results from any marketing program. <br /><br /> The third feature that an affiliate marketing program will have is it will take in a lot of people who will otherwise not even give it a second look. This is because many people who see affiliate programs like this tend to think that it's just another affiliate program that doesn't work. In fact, affiliate programs like these are what super affiliates use in order to profit a lot of money from and spend little for it. These are the things that people usually ignore. <br /><br /> So, the next time you are looking for the best affiliate marketing program, consider these three features and look for them in an affiliate marketing program. You will see that it is widely available in the Internet and all you have to do is find the one that is suited to your website. <br /><br /> By having a good affiliate marketing program, you will be able to earn a lot of money from it. You should also expect that it will require little maintenance and will generate a substantial amount of income for you and your family. Who knows, maybe this is the answer to all your financial needs. With the best kind of affiliate marketing program, you will be able to earn a lot of money and worry less about maintaining your website.   <bio>Mario Churchill is a freelance author and has written over 200 articles on various subjects. For more information checkout <a href="http://www.turnkeyaffiliateprogram.com" >http://www.turnkeyaffiliateprogram.com</a> and <a href="http://www.killeraffiliateprogram.com" >http://www.killeraffiliateprogram.com</a>. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Sri Lanka Casinos</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Mar 2007 00:40:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>casinos</category><category>sri lanka</category><category>club bellagio</category><category>bellagio casino</category><category>religion buddhism</category><category>colombo</category><category>continental club</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/sri-lanka-casinos</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Sri Lanka's casinos are among the very few that are legal in South Asia. In fact, the whole country is rather more laid back and unstuffy about such things than anywhere else in the region. This is probably an influence of the majority religion, Buddhism, which pays much less attention to what]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/sri+lanka" rel="tag">Sri Lanka</a>'s <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/casinos" rel="tag">casinos</a> are among the very few that are legal in South Asia. In fact, the whole country is rather more laid back and unstuffy about such things than anywhere else in the region. This is probably an influence of the majority religion, Buddhism, which pays much less attention to what other people ought to do than to what the individual might want to think about doing. That isn't something all that common amongst religions. <br /><br /> While gambling and casinos are legal all over the island, Sri Lanka's casinos are in just two cities. One in Kollupitiya and the others are all in <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/colombo" rel="tag">Colombo</a>. <br /><br /> A list of Sri Lanka's casinos includes: <br /><br /> Kollupitiya: Kollupitiya Casino <br /><br /> Colombo: <br /><br /> Bally's Club <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bellagio+casino" rel="tag">Bellagio Casino</a> <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/continental+club" rel="tag">Continental Club</a> <br /><br /> Crown Club <br /><br /> MGM Club <br /><br /> Star Dust Club <br /><br /> Ritz Club <br /><br /> Tokyo Club <br /><br /> As can be seen from the names and their similarities with those in Las Vegas and elsewhere, these are not just local outposts. They are clean, properly functioning, reliable casinos. <br /><br /> There are probably many more casinos across the island, but we're not really able to find out quite how many. For only those with a casino licence may call themselves a casino, while almost anybody can run a game of chance. So the true number of Sri Lanka's casinos is either unknown to us or, if you prefer, we know that nine call themselves casinos so that is the number there are. <br /><br /> Sri Lanka, the island, is a tropical near paradise (along with all of the implications of that including a separatists war in the north). Formerly known as Ceylon, it was a British colony and also has had substantial Dutch and Portuguese influences. The last added a dose of Catholicism to the islands religious mixture, the Dutch a bit of Protestantism and the Brits, in their way, didn't really take religion very seriously at all. There are also substantial Muslim and Hindu minorities. <br /><br /> One of the odder leftovers of that colonial history is in the cuisine. While the British took curry and tea away from the islands, you can still see traditional foods such as Bolo Fiado, a Portuguese style layer cake, Breuhder, Dutch Christmas Cake, and other influences maintained by the Burgher People (a long standing cultural rather than racial grouping, descended from intermarriages between the various colonial invaders and the locals). <br /><br /> With the multiple ethnic groups and religions on the island, and despite the one large rebellion in the North, Sri Lanka is, in general, an accommodating and relaxed place. There is certainly no outcry to insist that people should stop doing what they wish to do, as long as it harms no one else, which may explain the number and popularity of Sri Lanka's casinos.  <bio>This article is the property of <a href="http://www.sri-lanka-casinos.com" >http://www.sri-lanka-casinos.com</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Myth? -  Location, Location, Location</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 01 Jul 2007 02:30:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>location location location</category><category>real estate market</category><category>short periods</category><category>most important things</category><category>cast doubt</category><category>no doubt</category><category>price increases</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/myth-location-location-location</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ We have all heard before =96 "The three most important things in real estate are location, location, location."  Now there is no doubt that location is important in real estate. But, over time, locations can and do change. What was once a great location may have significantly deteriorated. The]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ We have all heard before =96 "The three <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/most+important+things" rel="tag">most important things</a> in real estate are location, location, location." <br /><br /> Now there is <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/no+doubt" rel="tag">no doubt</a> that location is important in real estate. But, over time, locations can and do change. What was once a great location may have significantly deteriorated. The investor must realize that many of the variables involved in making money in real estate can be changed or altered. You can upgrade your home, lower the asking price, give a buyer certain incentives, etc. But it is not easy to change or alter a location. Locations can and often do change over time. Needless to say, it is difficult to alter a location over the short term. <br /><br /> Well, sorry to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cast+doubt" rel="tag">cast doubt</a> on the myth. I will tell you the most important thing in real estate (assuming you want to make money). <br /><br /> TIMING! <br /><br /> The <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/real+estate+market" rel="tag">real estate market</a> has many cycles of boom and bust. While it is true that real estate has historically gone up 5% annually over the long term, there are often <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/short+periods" rel="tag">short periods</a> of substantial <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/price+increases" rel="tag">price increases</a> followed by shorter term and less volatile periods of price decreases. This is then often followed by extended periods of flat to small increases. The key is to know when to buy and sell within the cycle. <br /><br /> Obviously, you want to buy during the flat period just prior to the next substantial price increase. The timing can be difficult, but if you study long enough you can spot some of the signs. <br /><br /> Let me give you an example of timing. I bought a piece of land in 2004 for $45,000. The gentleman I bought it from paid $28,000 for it back in 1986. In 2006, the land was appraised at $105,000. Leverage aside, I made an annualized return of over 50%, while his annualized return was approximately 3%. I hate to tell you this, but it was the same location and we made substantially different returns on our money. <br /><br /> Was the reason I did so well because I studied and analyzed the market and knew that prices would substantially increase, or was it just luck? <br /><br /> The reality is that it was probably a combination of both. You need to do your own research, but it certainly helps to have a little luck on your side. <br /><br /> So remember, the old adage is really true =96 "timing is everything."   <bio>Want to make money in real estate in up and down markets - no matter your property location? To discover critical tactics for the real estate investor and to obtain a free copy of the eBook "Everything You Have Learned About Real Estate is Wrong." click here <a href="http://www.realtactic.com" >http://www.realtactic.com</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>How To Find The Best Boat Dealers</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 11:01:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>quality yachts</category><category>luxury yacht</category><category>brokerage service</category><category>substantial purchase</category><category>boat dealer</category><category>quality boat</category><category>best boat</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-find-the-best-boat-dealers</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Looking for a good boat dealer? Be sure to shop around for one that offers you not only the best quality when it comes to boats and yachts, but also one that will offer financing and has a brokerage service in case you decide to sell the yacht or, buy one that is used.The best boat dealers are]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Looking for a good <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/boat+dealer" rel="tag">boat dealer</a>? Be sure to shop around for one that offers you not only the best quality when it comes to boats and yachts, but also one that will offer financing and has a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/brokerage+service" rel="tag">brokerage service</a> in case you decide to sell the yacht or, buy one that is used.<br><br>The <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/best+boat" rel="tag">best boat</a> dealers are those that are versatile, offer <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/quality+yachts" rel="tag">quality yachts</a> and boats and have financing opportunities as well as a wide selection of used boats. Whether you want a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/luxury+yacht" rel="tag">luxury yacht</a> or a small boat, you can find what you are looking for online.<br><br>Thanks to the internet, you now have more choices than ever when it comes to choosing boats and yachts. You are no longer subjected to going to visit boat dealers, now they come to you through the magic of internet technology.<br><br>Think about what you want in a vessel before you set out to find the best boat dealer. Are you looking for something that offers quality and comfort and where you can host parties? If so, then you will want a larger sized yacht. There are a few fine <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/quality+boat" rel="tag">quality boat</a> dealers that are on the internet that can save you the time and trouble of traveling to look for boats.<br><br>No matter where you wish to launch your yacht, you can find a boat dealer online that will actually be able to get the boat to you. Once you take a look at what is available online, you will have a better idea of what you are looking for and how much you can expect to pay.<br><br>Buying a yacht from a broker is easy through certain websites. Many boat dealers have brokerages that work right with them. This can work well for you if you decide to trade in your yacht for something bigger, smaller or decide to give up boating.<br><br>If you need financing options, a good boat dealer will help you find them. A good boat dealer will be able to help you with all aspects of making this <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/substantial+purchase" rel="tag">substantial purchase</a>. They will be there with you every step of the way - after all, buying a yacht is not something that you do every day.<br><br>When you find a site that you like, contact them to find out what they have to offer you before paying them a visit. Naturally, you will want to see the yacht before you purchase it so you may have to travel, depending what area of the country in which you live. The travel will be well worth it as you have already checked out everything online.<br><br>Shopping online for anything can end up giving you a better selection as well as save you money. Whenever you are making a substantial purchase such as a yacht, you should seek the best deal that you can get and make sure that you wind up with a boat that you will like. Take a look at the variety of websites online where you can find a boat dealer who will offer you everything that you need when buying a boat, including excellent service and a quality yacht.<bio>Crow's Nest Yacht's features the West Coast's best collection of <a href="http://www.crowsnestyachts.com/lp/Boat-Dealer.php">boat dealers</a> and brokers who can provide you with answers to all your questions. Crow's Nest features a great variety of <a href="http://www.crowsnestyachts.com/lp/Boats-For-Sale.php"> boats for sale</a> and new and <a href="http://www.crowsnestyachts.com/lp/Used-Yachts.php">used yachts</a>.</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>The Risks And Benefits Of Corporate Bonds</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Oct 2006 10:27:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>corporate bonds</category><category>where to invest your money</category><category>corporate bond ratings</category><category>interest rates fall</category><category>multinational corporations</category><category>legitimately</category><category>credit risk</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-risks-and-benefits-of-corporate-bonds</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Rarely will you find an investment where you gain a substantial reward without an equally substantial amount of risk. Let's face it - the odds are stacked against you. Not only are there other huge banks and multinational corporations you have to compete against that have more capital than you will]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Rarely will you find an investment where you gain a substantial reward without an equally substantial amount of risk. Let's face it - the odds are stacked against you. Not only are there other huge banks and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/multinational+corporations" rel="tag">multinational corporations</a> you have to compete against that have more capital than you will ever have, but there are millions of other investors trying to test their luck in the same market. Your choice of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/where+to+invest+your+money" rel="tag">where to invest your money</a> is therefore highly important. This is where <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/corporate+bonds" rel="tag">corporate bonds</a> come into play. <br /><br /> 1. Corporate Bonds <br /><br /> Many times, corporations have great sales and service records but just don't have the funds needed for a particular initiative. A corporate bond is high yield as essentially you are lending the company your money. <br /><br /> 2. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+risk" rel="tag">Credit Risk</a> <br /><br /> Of course, you have to consider that many companies seek bonds because they are in financial trouble and need a quick cash injection to keep themselves afloat. It will be up to you to differentiate that companies are looking for a handout and that <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/legitimately" rel="tag">legitimately</a> have a quality operation and simply need funds to expand and grow their business. <br /><br /> 3. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/corporate+bond+ratings" rel="tag">Corporate Bond Ratings</a> <br /><br /> Credit risk on bonds is actually rated in an easily understandable fashion. Triple A bonds are very low risk, and similarly low yield. BB is considered junk - very risky but potentially insane payouts, all the way to D (avoid these at all costs). <br /><br /> 4. Interest Rates <br /><br /> If you are going to be acquiring a bond, of the things you should look for, the interest rate is high on the priority list. Getting a bond with even a 1% better rate of interest can result in hundreds of additional dollars in your pocket each year. Since general interest rates can change, a bond purchased today offering 5% is worth less if interest rates in general rise to 8% a year later. <br /><br /> 5. Life To Maturity <br /><br /> Many corporate bonds come with the option to be callable. This means that they can be redeemed prior to the date of maturity. Companies do this when <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/interest+rates+fall" rel="tag">interest rates fall</a>, and they wish not to continue making high interest payments to bondholders. In essence, this is a form of corporate re-financing similar to that done by homeowners with their home equity. That callable feature represents the risk to an investor that, though initially receiving high interest payments, they may not be able to enjoy that same rate for the life of the bond. As a consequence, those bonds are often less expensive and have lower interest rates.  <bio>For more great corporate bond related articles and resources check out <a href="http://bondsadvisor.info" >http://bondsadvisor.info</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>What You Need To Know If Your Pillow Is A Pain In The Neck</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 16 Sep 2007 03:34:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>sleep better</category><category>cozy</category><category>pillows</category><category>spine</category><category>natural pillow</category><category>sized pillow</category><category>down pillow</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-you-need-to-know-if-your-pillow-is-a-pain-in-the-neck</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Sometimes people overlook the humble pillow. It looks innocent enough there on the bed doesn't it...?  With the right one under your head and neck, you're sure to wake up fresh and ready to take on the world.  With the wrong pillow though, you'll have neck aches like the ones I used to get where]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Sometimes people overlook the humble pillow. It looks innocent enough there on the bed doesn't it...? <br /><br /> With the right one under your head and neck, you're sure to wake up fresh and ready to take on the world. <br /><br /> With the wrong pillow though, you'll have neck aches like the ones I used to get where you can barely move your head from one side to the other without some pain. Bad news. <br /><br /> So the right pillow, and also the right <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/sized+pillow" rel="tag">sized pillow</a> will make all the difference in your sleep and in your energy level as well. <br /><br /> Lets start with the basics about <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/pillows" rel="tag">pillows</a> first. <br /><br /> What position do you normally sleep in..? <br /><br /> This will tell you how substantial, or "lofty" and dense the perfect pillow for you should be so you'll be more comfy and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cozy" rel="tag">cozy</a> and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/sleep+better" rel="tag">sleep better</a> then ever! <br /><br /> If you sleep on your back-  Then chose a medium loft, denser pillow to fully support your neck and head correctly. <br /><br /> If you sleep on your side like over half of us do-  Then go for a more firm and substantial pillow so that your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/spine" rel="tag">spine</a> is actually aligned for the most comfortable sleep possible. <br /><br /> And if you sleep on your stomach-  Then go for a thinner, softer pillow. This will help you avoid positions that really put lots or stress on your spine, which can lead to back and neck pain. <br /><br /> I learned this the hard way when my back would be really sore and pop back out of place after constantly using a pillow that was way too thick for my sleeping position. <br /><br /> Another thing to consider is the type of fill you'd prefer. <br /><br /> In addition to knowing about the thickness and density of your new favorite pillow, you'll want to figure out whether you want natural or synthetic filler material. <br /><br /> Among the most popular <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/natural+pillow" rel="tag">natural pillow</a> fillers are: <br /><br /> Feather or down  Cotton  Wool <br /><br /> These tend to be among my favorite pillows- especially the tried and true feather and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/down+pillow" rel="tag">down pillow</a>. They're generally more comfortable to have next to your face, and they don't hold onto moisture or odors as easily as other options, and from my point of view they're just softer, more cozy and inviting. <br /><br /> Among the most popular synthetic pillows and fillers are: <br /><br /> Foam latex  Polyester <br /><br /> The foam latex pillows vary greatly in design, density and quality, so please do some more reading up on these options cause there's a lot to know if you're considering them. <br /><br /> If you're looking for a really economical pillow option then a synthetic pillow like polyester may be just right for you. These won't last very long and may get lumpy and bumpy after several months. You may also want to avoid these types of pillows if you're allergic or just a bit sensitive because they tend to have a bit of an odor for awhile and can even emit gases from the manufacturing process. <br /><br /> I hope you've enjoyed this little guide on pillows and what to look for before buying your next one.   <bio>Pat Bowlin shares hundreds of useful tips and ideas for all of your bedding needs so you can create the perfect bedroom retreat right there in your home! Visit <a href="http://www.best-in-bedding.com" >http://www.best-in-bedding.com</a> now for advice on bed linen, pillows, comforters, kids and baby bedding.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>How To Compare Low Cost Car Insurance In Mississippi</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 09 Mar 2008 05:30:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>kelly blue book</category><category>kelly blue book value</category><category>low cost car insurance</category><category>blue book value</category><category>older cars</category><category>dwis</category><category>comprehensive insurance</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-compare-low-cost-car-insurance-in-mississippi</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Almost every driver would like to know the secret for getting low cost car insurance in Mississippi - and fortunately there are several simple things virtually any driver can do to save money month after month.  Of course the most important thing you can do to insure that you are even offered low]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Almost every driver would like to know the secret for getting <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/low+cost+car+insurance" rel="tag">low cost car insurance</a> in Mississippi - and fortunately there are several simple things virtually any driver can do to save money month after month. <br /><br /> Of course the most important thing you can do to insure that you are even offered low cost car insurance to begin with is to drive safely and legally at all times. If your driving record has any speeding tickets or DUIs or <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/dwis" rel="tag">DWIs</a> or other moving violations you simply will not be offered the best rates possible. <br /><br /> If you can park your car in a garage at night rather than leave it parked on a street you'll save money. <br /><br /> You'll also save money if you pay your premium each month automatically from your bank account. <br /><br /> Buying a simple steering wheel locking device - and using it - may also save you money. Talk to your agent about other low-cost anti-theft measures that could save you money month after month. <br /><br /> Don't waste your money paying for collision or <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/comprehensive+insurance" rel="tag">comprehensive insurance</a> on <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/older+cars" rel="tag">older cars</a> that no longer have any <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/kelly+blue+book" rel="tag">Kelly Blue Book</a> value. <br /><br /> Join - or start - a carpool at work. Did you know that if you can cut your monthly rush-hour driving miles in half that you could save a bundle on your car insurance? <br /><br /> Use public transportation whenever possible and leave your car parked at home. If you can reduce your driving to below 500 miles each month you can save considerably with a Low Mileage Discount. <br /><br /> If you retire and stop driving back and forth to work let your agent know and you will be entitled to a substantial reduction in the cost of your car insurance. <br /><br /> Younger drivers who are still in school and can get a "B" average or better will save with a Good Student Discount. <br /><br /> If you have more than one car, insuring all of them with the same company entitles you to a Multi-Car Discount. <br /><br /> If you have other insurance policies - such as homeowner's or life or health - consolidating all of your policies with the same insurance company entitles you to a substantial Multi-Policy Discount on your car insurance. <br /><br /> Agreeing to pay the largest deductible that you can actually afford is another way of reducing how much you pay every month for your car insurance. <br /><br /> Buying your car insurance online is another great way of saving money. If you want to get the very best price possible then don't stop after comparing prices on just one website, but compare prices on 3 different sites. <br /><br /> Also, be certain that you input the same answers to the questions on all 3 sites. That way you will truly be comparing the same policy all the way around. <br /><br /> Once you have made your comparisons on 3 different sites then all that's left is for you to choose the best price you've found. That's it! That's how to compare low cost car insurance in Mississippi.   <bio>Please visit one of our recommended sites for the absolute cheapest quotes online <a href="http://www.EzQuoteGuide.com" >http://www.EzQuoteGuide.com</a> <a href="http://www.RecommendedInsurance.com" >http://www.RecommendedInsurance.com</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>How To Find The Best Rates On Life Insurance In Oregon</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2008 16:35:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>term life insurance policy</category><category>life insurance policy</category><category>term life insurance</category><category>insurance premiums</category><category>conscious individuals</category><category>term policies</category><category>exercise program</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-find-the-best-rates-on-life-insurance-in-oregon</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Are you a gambler, or are you the kind of person who prefers more of a sure thing?  The answer to that could determine what kind of life insurance you will buy and how much you will be paying in premiums for it every month.  If you like to gamble you might want to consider buying term life]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Are you a gambler, or are you the kind of person who prefers more of a sure thing? <br /><br /> The answer to that could determine what kind of life insurance you will buy and how much you will be paying in premiums for it every month. <br /><br /> If you like to gamble you might want to consider buying <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+life+insurance" rel="tag">term life insurance</a>. A <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+life+insurance+policy" rel="tag">term <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policy" rel="tag">life insurance policy</a></a> is only good for a specified number of years and then the policy lapses, requiring you to purchase a new policy at the rates then in effect for your age group. <br /><br /> With a whole life policy, on the other hand, you buy a policy at a set monthly premium and you continue paying that premium for the rest of your life and you never have to worry about the policy lapsing unless you fail to make your premium payments. <br /><br /> The gamble comes in due to the fact that term <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/insurance+premiums" rel="tag">insurance premiums</a> have been dropping in recent years. One reason for this has been the growing number of people buying <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+policies" rel="tag">term policies</a> and the resultant price decrease that naturally occurs with increased marketplace volume. <br /><br /> Some people are gambling that the decrease will continue and that when their term policy comes up for renewal the new premium they will pay will be low enough to make their term policy comparable in cost to a long-term flat-rate whole life policy. <br /><br /> But whichever type of life insurance you settle on, your goal is still to find the best rate on life insurance in Oregon =96 and there are several tips and tricks to help you achieve your goal. <br /><br /> Start by doing your homework and comparison shop on the internet. You will be amazed at the difference in price for basically the same policy from one company to another. <br /><br /> Once you choose a policy consider paying your premium by the year rather than by the month. When paying a year at a time you should get a fairly substantial discount. <br /><br /> If you smoke, stop. If you are overweight, start a diet and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/exercise+program" rel="tag">exercise program</a>. Non-smokers and health-<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/conscious+individuals" rel="tag">conscious individuals</a> get a substantial break on their life insurance cost. <br /><br /> If you already have a life insurance policy and have had it for a few years it's time to take another look at it. You may be surprised at the amount of money you could save either by renegotiating your current policy or by cashing in the old policy and buying a new one. <br /><br /> Also, work hard to keep your credit rating the best it can be. Surprisingly, many companies give a rate-break to policy-holders with an excellent credit history. <br /><br /> As you can see, you don't have to take the first life insurance policy that's offered to you =96 there are several things you can do to find the best rates on life insurance in Oregon, and it's simply up to you to take advantage of them.   <bio>Recommended sites for low rate insurance: <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com</a> Cheap Life Insurance Quotes <a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/Term-Pros.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/Term-Pros.shtml</a> Instant Term Life Quotes  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Insurance For Sports Cars</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 18 Nov 2006 12:27:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>sports car club</category><category>insurance premiums</category><category>insurance companies</category><category>labor unions</category><category>insurance rate</category><category>insurance company</category><category>group memberships</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/insurance-for-sports-cars</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Insurance premiums on sports cars can be expensive compared to other traditional automobile types. When shopping for insurance coverage, expect some sticker shock. The tips provided here may you get lower insurance premiums.  First, check to see if any group memberships would reduce your rate.]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/insurance+premiums" rel="tag">Insurance premiums</a> on sports cars can be expensive compared to other traditional automobile types. When shopping for insurance coverage, expect some sticker shock. The tips provided here may you get lower insurance premiums. <br /><br /> First, check to see if any <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+memberships" rel="tag">group memberships</a> would reduce your rate. Membership in a national organization such as <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/labor+unions" rel="tag">labor unions</a>, government employees, etc., can reduce your cost and offer substantial reductions if you are eligible for a discount. Remember to ask your agent if he is aware of any group memberships that could reduce your costs. A <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/sports+car+club" rel="tag">sports car club</a> membership sports car club could have a positive impact on your premium. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/insurance+companies" rel="tag">Insurance companies</a> often offer a reduced premium rate to particular groups of sports car owners in hopes of securing a greater number of customers. <br /><br /> Second, investigate your options and conduct price comparisons. Call other insurance providers to determine their rates. Who knows, you might find an unexpected bargain. In addition to making direct calls to various insurance companies. You will benefit too if you search the internet for services that will compare rates between multiple companies. <br /><br /> Third, there is an advantage to keeping as much of your insurance business as possible under one roof. If you insure all of your vehicles, your home or rental with one <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/insurance+company" rel="tag">insurance company</a> you can save a substantial amount on premiums. The savings you receive may not be applied directly to your sports vehicle premium, but the savings are such that you will find a cost savings as a whole. <br /><br /> Finally, ask the insurance agent about any special classes or programs that could reduce your premium. Some insurance companies offer discounts for taking defensive driving courses. An insurance company might reduce your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/insurance+rate" rel="tag">insurance rate</a> if you remain accident free or after you have been driving for specific period of time. Take advantage of any and all resources that might be helpful in reducing the insurance rate for your sports car. <br /><br /> It is imperative that you carry adequate insurance coverage for your sports car. Skimping might keep your costs down, but you will not have sufficient coverage. Before you start your search, remember the following: <br /><br /> 1. Ask for group specials.  2. Comparison shop.  3. Consider keeping all of your insurance needs under one roof.  4. Ask your agent about special programs. <br /><br /> By doing these things you just might save a surprising amount on your sports car insurance premium.  <bio>Tom Atkins is a staff writer at <a href="http://www.insurance-gazette.com" >http://www.insurance-gazette.com</a> and is an occasional contributor to several other websites, including <a href="http://www.debt-journal.com" >http://www.debt-journal.com</a>. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Life Insurance</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 01:08:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>life insurance agent</category><category>life insurance policies</category><category>texas life insurance</category><category>coverage amounts</category><category>complicated questions</category><category>twenty five years</category><category>first glance</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/life-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Life insurance can serve many different purposes. All of them, however, ultimately come back to peace of mind. If you have a spouse and children, you probably want to make sure you do everything you can, in your lifetime, to ensure they are well cared for in the unfortunate event of your own death.]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Life insurance can serve many different purposes. All of them, however, ultimately come back to peace of mind. If you have a spouse and children, you probably want to make sure you do everything you can, in your lifetime, to ensure they are well cared for in the unfortunate event of your own death. Even if you are single, however, there may be some other good reasons for you to consider looking at a life insurance. Many banks or other lenders are often hesitant to make substantial loans to borrowers who do not have life insurance. In this case, one might consider looking into purchasing a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/texas+life+insurance" rel="tag">Texas life insurance</a> term policy for the duration of their loan. These can often be obtained at very reasonable rates, especially if you are young and healthy. Insurance for the elderly in general, and elderly life insurance in particular, can be extremely to difficult to obtain at affordable rates. Even so, you may have questions regarding what options are available to you.<br><br>In each of these cases, our Texas agency can provide you sound advice as well as all the information you may possibly need to make your own informed decisions. George White has worked in virtually all aspects of the insurance industry for over <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/twenty+five+years" rel="tag">twenty five years</a>, and throughout this time, has supplied numerous individuals in the Houston, TX area with appropriate <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policies" rel="tag">life insurance policies</a>.<br><br>As a licensed Texas <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+agent" rel="tag">life insurance agent</a>, George White has the experience and knowledge to helpfully guide you through every step of the process. One of the more <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/complicated+questions" rel="tag">complicated questions</a> people looking at life insurance in Texas face is: how much is enough? <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/coverage+amounts" rel="tag">Coverage amounts</a> that may seem ample at <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/first+glance" rel="tag">first glance</a> often, upon further reflection, reveal themselves to be inadequate the needs of a family that has lost its major source of financial support. Generally speaking, one should aim for a policy that will sustain the family from three to five years after ones death. When calculating possible debts, residual bills, and funding for education, many people find they need a more substantial policy than they first anticipated. It is much better to find this out early in life, rather than letting the family learn the lesson the hard way.<br><br>As with all aspects of your insurance needs, George White will carefully evaluate your situation and help you understand all of your options. If he cannot offer you the best deal, and knows of another Texas life insurance agent in the Houston area who can, he will refer you in another direction where your needs can be met.<br><br>If you live in the Houston, Texas area, and life insurance is on your mind, give George White a call--or drop him an email. Whatever your situation, Mr. White will listen carefully to your concerns, and provide you with a thorough explanation of all the options available to you. Whether or not a life insurance policy is right for you, he will help you develop an overall plan that will meet your needs, one way or another!<bio><a href="http://texas-auto-home-insurance.com">Texas Auto Insurance</a>. For more information on <a href="http://texas-auto-home-insurance.com/life-insurance.htm">Texas Life Insurance</a> and other forms of <a href="http://texas-auto-home-insurance.com/Texas-Insurance-By-City.htm">Insurance in Texas</a> visit us online today.</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>A Review of the IGONET Income Opportunity</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2008 09:36:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>home business entrepreneur</category><category>home business owner</category><category>long term residual income</category><category>one hundred dollars</category><category>stay at home business</category><category>fifty dollars</category><category>funnel</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/a-review-of-the-igonet-income-opportunity</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[IGONET is a way to make money from a home business which connects a home business owner to the outside world primarily using the world wide web. The internet connects a home business owner to the marketing structure that is known as IGONET. The hope and dream of any stay at home business]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[IGONET is a way to make money from a home business which connects a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/home+business+owner" rel="tag">home business owner</a> to the outside world primarily using the world wide web. The internet connects a home business owner to the marketing structure that is known as IGONET. The hope and dream of any stay at <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/home+business+entrepreneur" rel="tag">home business entrepreneur</a> is to maintain and sustain a long-term residual income that can provide for themselves. This income should also be substantial enough to meet up to the income market and economy of the current country they are living in.<br><br>The IGONET income opportunity is best explained as a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/funnel" rel="tag">funnel</a> system that people can use. The funnel system works fairly easy and can be used by most people. However to be efficient at using the system one must aspire to work long and hard hours at first as the IGONET income may be low at first then higher as one establishes his or her home business. Most of these systems start out with a simple drawback.<br><br>The simple drawback is that one must provide or pay a one-time only fee that covers all the tools and helpful hints of past or previous IGONET users that helps the new person become very familiar with the whole system. The faster a person joins the system the faster a person builds off the whole system because more and more people joining means that the pay will be better. By joining early on a person guarantees his or her/self with a steady income right away. <br><br>The IGONET funnel system works like this a person buys his or her way into the funnel system for a price that can be any amount. Most start at either a lump sum of fifty to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/one+hundred+dollars" rel="tag">one hundred dollars</a>. This price does not necessarily have to be this high or even this low in some cases or circumstances. Also, a person can get in on the IGONET system by paying a monthly bill, fee, or sum for as little as five to ten dollars or as high as ten to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/fifty+dollars" rel="tag">fifty dollars</a>. This is also subject to much or little change as possible it is entirely up to the company you are dealing with.<br><br>After a person pays his or her fees he or she is in the funnel system. All the other people who were already in the system then get to get a share of the person's entry fee which is not very much but becomes a lot after about a million people join. So, for instance, if one million people join the funnel system you have just made ten thousand dollars by just paying one hundred dollars. <br><br>Basically, just by signing up you make money then by following all the instructions that tell you how to make your own home business, you can succeed in that angle as well. An IGONET home business system can make a lot of money in two ways which are fairly easy and can provide a steady, substantial income for many years.<bio>Learn the Lemons from the Straight MLM Winners and read about <a href="http://www.MLMreviewKings.com/igonet.html">IGONET</a> from Brian Garvin and Jeff West at <a href="http://www.MLMreviewKings.com">MLM</a> Review Kings. This article may be used royalty free provided Bio and Links remain intact.</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>What Is Body Mass And Does It Effect Us.</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 06 Mar 2007 04:27:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>bmi body mass index</category><category>body mass index</category><category>kg lb</category><category>weight in kilograms</category><category>body fat percentage</category><category>simple arithmetic</category><category>cardiovascular disease</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-body-mass-and-does-it-effect-us</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The BMI (Body Mass Index) has become a useful tool in managing weight and body fat percentage in the last 20 years. Calculating it requires only simple arithmetic and can be performed by anyone. It's important because it provides an objective measurement that, combined with the appropriate scale]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The BMI (<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/body+mass+index" rel="tag">Body Mass Index</a>) has become a useful tool in managing weight and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/body+fat+percentage" rel="tag">body fat percentage</a> in the last 20 years. Calculating it requires only <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/simple+arithmetic" rel="tag">simple arithmetic</a> and can be performed by anyone. It's important because it provides an objective measurement that, combined with the appropriate scale for age and body type, helps someone manage their body weight more scientifically. <br /><br /> Judgments about body weight can easily become clouded by emotionalism. It's good to be passionate about managing your body, but you need to get a good grounding in facts, first. BMI is an important tool for achieving that goal. <br /><br /> BMI factors in not only your weight, but also your height. Simply divide your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/weight+in+kilograms" rel="tag">weight in kilograms</a> (1 lb = 0.454 kg) by the square of your height in meters. (1 inch = 2.54 cm) <br /><br /> So, for a person 5 ft 7 in (67 inches) tall, who weighs 120 lbs the calculation would look like this: <br /><br /> Height: 67 inches x 2.54 cm/inch = 170.18 cm = 1.7018 m  Height squared: 1.7018 m x 1.7018 m = 2.896 m^2  Weight: 120 lbs x 0.454 kg/lb = 54.48 kg <br /><br /> So, BMI = 54.48 kg / 2.896 m^2 = 18.81 <br /><br /> But what does this number mean? The following table lists one commonly accepted classification, using BMI: <br /><br /> Under 18.5 = Underweight  Between 18.5 and 24.99 = Normal  Between 25 and 29.99 = Overweight  Between 30 and 34.99 = Obese (Class 1)  Between 35 and 39.99 = Obese (Class 2)  40 and above = Extreme Obesity <br /><br /> Of course, anyone near the borderline of one classification shouldn't panic, since these can't be anything but guidelines.   Nevertheless, anyone nearer the higher range should consider the health risks associated with a high BMI. Some of those are: hypertension, increased risk of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cardiovascular+disease" rel="tag">cardiovascular disease</a> (heart problems) and increased chance of diabetes. Consult a physician for details. <br /><br /> There are limitations on the usefulness of BMI. It doesn't take into account different body types, athletic conditioning, age, muscle-to-fat ratio and other characteristics. <br /><br /><br /><br /> As a result, it can overestimate the risk for stocky athletes and underestimate it for older individuals who have reduced muscle mass. And, gender isn't taken into account either. Yet women, just as one example, have a naturally larger percentage of body fat than men, on average. <br /><br /> Another measure is useful to couple with BMI: waist circumference. Since, for men and women both (though particularly for men) body fat is stored preferentially around the waist this can be a useful piece of information. <br /><br /> For most men around, say, 5 ft 9 inches a waist measurement over 37 inches (94 cm) is substantial, while one over 40 inches (101.6 cm) indicates a health risk. For women approximately 5 ft 7 inches tall, the numbers are 31 inches (78.7 cm) and 35 inches (89 cm), respectively. <br /><br /><br /><br /> Keep in mind that these are averages, but those with substantial waistlines can see the amount of excess fat stored, confirming that the numbers constitute a useful piece of information. <br /><br /> What to do with, or about, those numbers is a different story, of course. No single measurement tells the whole story about weight, body fat and how to manage it. But these represent useful and objective measures when considering any weight loss program.  <bio><a href="http://Ydiets.com" >http://Ydiets.com</a> is an excellent place to find weight loss and diet resource, links and articles. For more information visit:weight loss </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Tools - You Need Them, But What And How Many?</title>
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		<category>screwdriver set</category><category>toolbox</category><category>adjustable wrenches</category><category>quality tools</category><category>picture frames</category><category>telephone jacks</category><category>inferior materials</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/tools-you-need-them-but-what-and-how-many</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Tools  Tools have been with us since the beginning of time -- they have driven our civilization and allowed us to thrive. This is no less true today then it was in the past. While most people no longer have the skills required to complete complicated tasks around the house, to avoid having to call]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Tools <br /><br /> Tools have been with us since the beginning of time -- they have driven our civilization and allowed us to thrive. This is no less true today then it was in the past. While most people no longer have the skills required to complete complicated tasks around the house, to avoid having to call in a contractor every time you need to hang a picture, you need to put together a basic <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/toolbox" rel="tag">toolbox</a>. A basic toolbox is essential for any homeowner, or even renter. <br /><br /> Your BasicToolbox <br /><br /> It is important to first consider the importance of getting <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/quality+tools" rel="tag">quality tools</a> before buying any tools. You should only buy quality tools. While they are more expensive, in the long run they will be worth it. Quality tools will last longer, and work better. A well-made drill will drill straighter. A well-made screwdriver will tighten faster. Although this may mean that you only buy your tools incrementally, it is still a better plan than trying to get all of your tools in one shot by purchasing <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/inferior+materials" rel="tag">inferior materials</a>. <br /><br /> The first tool you should buy for your toolbox is a screwdriver. A screwdriver will come in handy on almost any project around the house, from replacing your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/telephone+jacks" rel="tag">telephone jacks</a> to building a that new addition you've always dreamed about. If you can afford it, get a screwdriver with a full set of detachable tips (including Phillips heads). <br /><br /> After purchasing a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/screwdriver+set" rel="tag">screwdriver set</a>, you should look for a good quality 16-ounce hammer. It doesn't matter if the handle is made of wood or fibreglass. All that's important is that you need to make sure it is comfortable in your hand and feels substantial (assuming, of course, that you will be using it for something more taxing than hanging <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/picture+frames" rel="tag">picture frames</a>). <br /><br /> The final basic tool you need for your toolbox is a set of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/adjustable+wrenches" rel="tag">adjustable wrenches</a>. Most sets usually come with three different sizes, and will work on almost any size of nut or bolt you are likely to encounter around the house. <br /><br /> Other small tools you can fit into your tools are a level, tape measure, utility knife, pliers, and flash light (always useful when working in out of the way corners). <br /><br /> Taking Your Tools beyond the BasicToolbox <br /><br /> You can start expanding into more substantial tools once you have your three basic tools covered and have started to fill your toolbox with smaller gadgets, <br /><br /> Other larger tools you will find useful to have around the house include a saw, a level, a planer, and a set of paintbrushes. <br /><br /> The first non-toolbox tool you should buy is an electric drill. If you've ever had to put screws in by hand, you will immediately appreciate the power and convenience of using a drill. A good drill will help you put in screws effortlessly and accurately. When buying a drill, be sure to compare the prices of normal power drills with cordless power drills. You will likely find that the difference is not as great as you thought it would be. If that is the case, it is strongly recommended that you cough up the extra cash to get the cordless drill. You will be amazed at how much easier drilling will be when you are not constantly getting tangled up in the extension cord!   <bio>Steve Dolan is a DIY expert who regularly gets out his toolbox to 'odd job' around the house. Click <a href="http://www.jrx-tools.com" >http://www.jrx-tools.com</a> to find out more </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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