Greetings!
With Father's Day around the corner on Sunday, June 20, save 25 percent on a slew of gift cards here. Also, take 10 percent off when you buy $25 in Fandango Bucks movie gift certificates during the month of June. Good for any movie on Fandango here. Now, let's get started. |
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Cooling Tips To Beat The Summer Heat
 The summer is going to be a scorcher but don't let the warmer
temperatures burn a hole in your wallet. The U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) is offering a slew of no-cost cooling tips to
help beat the heat. The average U.S. household shells out almost
20 percent of its utility bills on cooling, according to the EPA. By
taking steps to improve energy efficiency, consumers can save on many
levels. Read more here.
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Lowdown Regarding Life Insurance
 Need help navigating through the complexities of selecting the right life insurance policy? You're not alone. Nearly
six in 10 middle-class households--defined as Americans ages 25-44 with
household incomes under $100,000--recognize the need for life insurance
protection. However, only 50 percent of those surveyed plan to move
forward with a policy. Life insurance roadblocks? Learn more here.
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Free Credit Report Launches Band Search
 Have a band that's as annoying as FreeCreditReport.com's singing pirate? You're in luck. The controversial credit service is on the hunt or
a new crew of wannabe musicians to sing along to what has basically been
a classic example of misleading advertising. Owner Experian had to spill the beans that their side business is only
free if consumers enroll in the then $14.95-a-month credit-monitoring
service and then cancel it within a week. Read more
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Debate Over Charcoal Versus Gas Grills
 Yep, the heat is on and folks are whipping out their barbecue grills to enjoy the warmer months following Memorial Day weekend. But,
there's an ongoing battle waging in backyards across the country.
Should barbecue enthusiasts opt for technology or tradition? Charcoal
barbecues vs. gas grills? Click here for the lowdown.
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Make Your Pool More Eco-Friendly
 As consumers look for ways to have fun while saving money this summer,
improving the energy efficiency of backyard pools can make a big
difference. A standard-sized pool often uses about 15 kilowatts of energy each day, much of that from the pool pump. Pool lights and heaters can also be updated for energy savings because newer models are often significantly more efficient. Learn more here.
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