According to exit polls at various primaries, economic conditions have quickly become the top issue, passing even concerns about the Iraq war. Not only is it a hot topic for presidential candidates, but for average citizens as well. Read the rest of this entry »
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As you are no doubt aware, 2008 is a presidential election year. As a citizen, you may well have a great deal of interest in the election. But how about as an investor? How does an election year affect the investment climate? And — from the perspective of an investor — does it matter who wins?
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There is nothing like a big snowstorm to lift the spirits of children, and some adults as well. But there is also a downside to a winter wonderland: rooftop ice dams that can cause serious damage to your home. Read the rest of this entry »
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If you make a New Year’s resolution, and you don’t follow through on it, what are the consequences? It all depends. If you vow to learn French, but you never get past “Oui, mademoiselle,” your life will probably go on pretty much as before (unless, of course, you’re now living in France). But if you make some financial resolutions, and you abandon them, you could fall short of your long-term goals – such as a comfortable retirement. Read the rest of this entry »
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As the baby boomer generation nears retirement, nonprofits (or anyone else, for that matter), should not count on profiting from any accumulated wealth the “me generation” may have. Read the rest of this entry »
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Driving in the winter poses special challenges for everyone. Ice, snow, and the cold require motorists to exercise care even before they hit the road. Here are some suggestions from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help you prepare for winter driving. Read the rest of this entry »
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Even if you don’t typically follow economic news all that closely, the fact that oil prices are now hovering near the $100-per-barrel mark has probably caught your attention. If not, it should, because stratospheric oil prices will almost certainly affect you as a consumer – and it may also cause you to review your investment strategies. Read the rest of this entry »
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If you’ve even casually followed the news over the past several months, you’ve probably heard about “subprime loans”. But the issue can be confusing, and if you’re like most people, you really just want a couple of questions answered: How might these subprime loans affect the economy? And will I need to adjust my investment strategy? Read the rest of this entry »
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How much would it take to rebuild your home? It’s a question every homeowner should ask to make sure they have adequate homeowners insurance. Read the rest of this entry »
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Altoona is looking into adding more clerical staff as part of its 2008 budget.
The city is looking at hiring two part-time workers and may have to halt road construction plans to free up money to hire them, City Finance Director Jon Pfeilsticker said. Read the rest of this entry »
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