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on Oct 04, 2011
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There's no disputing that fatty foods impact your health - and your waist line, but in Denmark, they are about to impact something else too. Your Wallet.
As part of a campaign to promote healthier diets, the Danish Government has introduced a 'Fat Tax' on all foods that exceed 2.3% saturated fat - but the tax isn't exactly straight forward.
The higher the fat content in the food, the higher the tax imposed - and it's not limited to just candy, fast foods and snack items. Under the new tax law, butter, full fat milk, oil and even meats will be taxed.
As diseases directly related to high fat diets, such as cardiovascular disease and cancer spiral out of control in Denmark, so does its health care costs, and in a country where the government is footing the medical bills, it isn't surprising to see taxes such as the 'fat tax' popping up to subsidize the lasting impact of poor diets on the health care system.
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on Sep 28, 2011
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The hit TLC show "Extreme Couponing" is back tonight with its second season - and fans of the show are eagerly waiting.
If you haven't seen the show before, prepare to be amazed. "Extreme Couponing" chronicles the shopping adventures of what it terms 'extreme couponers' - everyday folks who clip coupons and hunt for deals to get their groceries and other every day items for significantly less than retail pricing - in some cases, even free.
While couponing may not be for everyone, one thing is for sure, everyone loves to save money. While most extreme couponers spend hours and hours each week searching for coupons online, clipping newspaper coupons and researching advertised store pricing, there is an easier way to take advantage of couponing without spending 'extreme' effort.
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on Sep 18, 2011
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The TLC hit show "Extreme Couponing" has taken America by storm, inspiring shoppers across the nation to shop smart, stock up, and save big in the grocery isle.
While it might not be for everyone, couponing certainly has its advantages - and in the current economy, shoppers everywhere are trying to make their dollar go further. It's little surprise that couponing is becoming a major shopping craze.
The Sunday newspapers are the easiest, and best source of coupons, where you will find coupons from both manufacturers and local stores in your area. Most deals have a limit of one item per coupon, so double up your savings by buying an extra copy (or two) of your Sunday newspaper, and you are on your way to "extreme" savings.
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on Jun 08, 2011
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After Monday's admission of inappropriate and explicit online exchanges, U.S. Representative Anthony Weiner now faces an uncertain political future. House Leader Nancy Pelosi publically called for an ethics investigation into Rep. Weiner's actions "to determine whether any official resources were used or any other violation of House rules." The Members of Congress code of conduct calls for them to conduct themselves "at all times in a manner that shall reflect creditably on the House."
"I am deeply disappointed and saddened about this situation, for Anthony's wife, Huma, his family, his staff and his constituents," Pelosi said in a written statement.
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on Jun 04, 2011
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The impasse continues in Washington on raising the countries debt ceiling, with Republican Leaders refusing to increase government revenues, "We can't raise taxes on the very people who create jobs, and keep spending money that we don't have," said House Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio) on Friday.
President Obama has told his Democratic Caucus that he refuses to budge on letting the Bush-era tax cuts expire – namely the Economic Growth and Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2001 (EGTRRA) and the Jobs and Growth Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2003 (JGTRRA) – and its all for a very good reason.
The Bush tax cuts had sunset provisions that made them expire at the end of 2010. Whether to renew the lowered rates (and how) became the subject of extended political debate, which was resolved by President Obama agreeing to a two-year extension that was part of a larger tax and economic package, the Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization, and Job Creation Act of 2010 – however it has come at a heavy price to our countries foreign debt.
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on May 17, 2011
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Our national debt is now over $14 trillion.
How big is a trillion? Think of it this way: one million seconds will pass in the next twelve days; One trillion seconds will take over 30,000 years to pass us by.
Congress has accumulated this $14 trillion debt by consistently spending more money than we receive in taxes. In 2010 our government brought in $2.2 trillion in taxes. We spent $3.5 trillion. That means we borrowed $1.3 trillion to make up the difference.
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on May 16, 2011
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In this economy, many Americans are turning to Debt Consolidation and Debt Relief companies in order to streamline their finances and fast-track themselves out of debt, whilst making just one affordable monthly payment to the debt consolidation company, who in turn remits payment to your creditors for you.
In theory it sounds like a great way to ensure you don't miss payments and stay committed to a payment plan to get out of debt. Debt Management Plans on average last a period of up to four years. However, you may want to look at the big picture before you take the plunge and embark on a debt consolidation program - it may hurt you more in the long run.
Debt Consolidation companies work with your creditors and negotiate payment terms, often at a discounted or reduced rate of interest and minimum monthly payments and will even negotiate to reduce the total balance of the debt due. You may be thinking, "Great! Who wouldn't want to pay less interest and reduce their total debt?" but unfortunately, creditors won't view your debt consolidation plans as favorably as you do.
Posted by: admin
on May 12, 2011
Insurance is an unavoidable necessity in life. Unfortunately, it’s also costly – and when it comes to car insurance, it’s also very personal.
Your insurance rate is determined by your age, sex, driving record, and believe it or not, even the number of miles you drive each year. Want to know what makes up that auto premium? Read on.
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on Mar 27, 2011
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on Mar 15, 2011
If your self employed, you may be able to!
Here is some information from the IRS about a special tax deduction for the self-employed. You may be able to deduct premiums paid for medical and dental insurance and qualified long-term care insurance for you, your spouse, and your dependents if you are one of the following:
