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April 25th, 2008, 12:49 PM
Thread: Getting someone to pay-back
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When you “loan” $$$ to friend and family, you will not get it back so don’t ever expect to. Just give it to them if you can and want to without any strings attached. This way it does not annoy you or...
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April 25th, 2008, 12:43 PM
Thread: Are you a good cook?
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I am a good cook, well at least I think so. I...
I am a good cook, well at least I think so. I understand food and flavor. I have been around lots of different cultures so I am familar with a variety of ingredients and styles. I cook five days a...
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April 25th, 2008, 12:38 PM
Thread: Cost of rice?
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It's still cheap at the farmers market where I...
It's still cheap at the farmers market where I live. Depending on how much rice you actually eat, this could/could not be a problem. Costco is doing this because of restaurants not households.
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April 21st, 2008, 01:20 PM
Thread: Would you break your current lease if....
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Check your mailbox immediatley.
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March 28th, 2008, 11:26 AM
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LOL! You are too much. I agree, I actually found...
LOL! You are too much. I agree, I actually found a better gym that’s’ cheaper as well. They do not fingerprint, but these days any company can steal your identity whether they finger print you or...
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March 28th, 2008, 11:21 AM
Thread: New To Board
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Go yoyo get busy; don’t let those fools drag you down girl. Let them have it, the best way to fight idiots is through revenge. The best revenge is getting ahead !!!!!!!!!!! :fun:
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March 27th, 2008, 07:47 AM
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They said it is easier then doing any other type...
They said it is easier then doing any other type of entry. Many people will try to use other peoples gym memberships so if they scan their fingerprint that is a good way to identify people :scared:
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March 26th, 2008, 10:14 AM
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I am ultra paranoid when it comes to identity...
I am ultra paranoid when it comes to identity theft. I went to a gym last week to purchase a membership. They wanted to scan my fingerprint as a way to access the gym when I come in. I said HELL NO!
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March 25th, 2008, 12:37 PM
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I don’t either. Closing a card and opening another right away looks ridiculous and you should only do it in dire straits, like if you midtakeningly signed up for a terrible card with a profound...
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March 25th, 2008, 12:35 PM
Thread: Saving Money On Gas
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I got gas at $3.15 today it cost 45 to fill up...
I got gas at $3.15 today it cost 45 to fill up the tank. I don’t think having a new president is going to solve this issue. It has been long coming and won’t disappear anytime soon.
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March 25th, 2008, 12:33 PM
Thread: New To Board
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I am surprised you shard do much personal...
I am surprised you shard do much personal information with us. You put it all out there. The only thing I can add is that you have way too many credit cards for low limits. I would pay them all off...
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March 25th, 2008, 12:30 PM
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That’s scary as heck. I am surprised I did not hear about this one. I am so scared when things like this happen. All you can do is check your account and check your credit to make sure you are not a...
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March 25th, 2008, 12:28 PM
Thread: Stop Unfair Practices in Credit Cards Act
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I am glad you called an investigated the issue....
I am glad you called an investigated the issue. It seems like all companies are ready to rip you off and sometimes their explanations on how they are ripping you off are stupid and annoying.
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March 24th, 2008, 12:25 PM
Thread: Savings method for child
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It’s a great idea to set up a savings account for your child. I always had one growing up and when my parents were not skimming it, I came out pretty good.
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March 24th, 2008, 12:12 PM
Thread: Filing for Bankruptcy?
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I think your cousin should explore anything else...
I think your cousin should explore anything else except for filing for bankruptcy that is the worst possible thing you cab do to yourself. Has he explored all other resources and options?
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March 24th, 2008, 12:11 PM
Thread: Lost Your Job
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Cool website, thanks. People are getting laid off...
Cool website, thanks. People are getting laid off like crazy; I will let people know to explore the site. It seems like unless you have top skills or know someone nothing will help.
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March 24th, 2008, 11:58 AM
Thread: Citi Capital Select
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The best way is to tale a look at your credit...
The best way is to tale a look at your credit card statements at the end of each period. Look at what you are really spending your money on. Evaluate what you can do without and be truthful to...
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March 24th, 2008, 11:56 AM
Thread: available credit
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This sounds very sketchy and I would simply not...
This sounds very sketchy and I would simply not advise paying around with credit cards to increase your credit score. I do not do that nor would I because it sounds like this will catch up with you...
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March 20th, 2008, 08:38 AM
Thread: Citi Capital Select
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That is true. If I ever stumble on financial...
That is true. If I ever stumble on financial misfortune, that may not be the case. I live a pretty humble life so is o.k. for now.
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March 19th, 2008, 10:24 AM
Thread: Debt-Get Out Of It
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Debt-Get Out Of It
You need discipline but you'll also need information if you plan to cut down on spending. This information comes from a budget. Even a simple, top-level budget can be surprisingly valuable....
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March 19th, 2008, 10:13 AM
Thread: Citi Capital Select
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I am getting a new card because of my hig credit...
I am getting a new card because of my hig credit rating. Citi Capital Select has 0% APR on balance transfers and purchases for up to 12 months. After the introductory period is over, APR on purchases...
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March 19th, 2008, 10:09 AM
Thread: Credit Union Credit Cards
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Credit Union Credit Cards
I just opened an account at a Federal Credit in my area. Members of credit unions pool their assets to provide loans and other financial services to each other. Credit unions differ from other banks...
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March 19th, 2008, 10:03 AM
Thread: Investment Opportunities in Panama
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Real estate investments are supposedly great in...
Real estate investments are supposedly great in Panama. You can choose anything from unspoiled beachfront property to downtown high rise condos. Other investments, such as businesses in the tourism...
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March 19th, 2008, 09:01 AM
Thread: America’s Economic dominance
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I did not assume that someone was pushing...
I did not assume that someone was pushing classes. I was simply making a point that you do not need to take classes to understand economics or politics. I do not remember a thing from my micro/macro...
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March 19th, 2008, 08:59 AM
Thread: Who's in College?
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That is a good move to finish school. What do you...
That is a good move to finish school. What do you plan to do with a religious studies degree? I am juts curious, I never heard of someone using that before. I am curious why you picked that degree...




Thanks for the compliment. But I do not have a financial background really, well not in credit management. However there are several members on here that are, and they give great advice by the way. I...
687 FICO Score......What Card can...