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HP dm1z Laptop: The Easy-on-the-Wallet Netbook Killer

Guest Blogger — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 06:20:46 +0000

This is a guest post by Sam at Dealzon.com, thanks to the folks from HP. There’s a lot of buzz in the tech industry about tablet computers. It seems like every day there’s a new article about the next Apple iPad or the next hot Android device. This past week, the Amazon Kindle Fire drew [...]

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HP dm1z Laptop: The Easy-on-the-Wallet Netbook Killer

Netflix Review: DVD Rentals By Mail

Stacey Doyle — Sat, 11 Sep 2010 02:12:15 +0000

If you’ve got kids, you may be wondering about some of the things you can do to entertain them, especially during the summer or holiday breaks. I work at home so their contentment is directly linked to my productivity. After investing in tennis camp for physical fitness, I decided to check out Netflix for those [...]

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Netflix Review: DVD Rentals By Mail

HostMonster Review: Top Web Hosting Service

Millie Kay G. — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 02:22:09 +0000

Want to make money online? Well, you have to start somewhere…. If you’re thinking of starting your own blog or online business, chances are that you’ll need a web host. Especially if you’re thinking of becoming a problogger one day! So today, I’ll take a look at a popular web hosting service which is also [...]

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HostMonster Review: Top Web Hosting Service

How To Buy A Digital Camera

The Smarter Wallet — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 06:03:06 +0000

So you’ve saved enough in your online savings account to finally afford that digital camera. Well here are some things to consider before making your purchase! I was way behind the curve when I bought a digital camera. I had put off buying one for too long and had done absolutely no research, but ended [...]

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How To Buy A Digital Camera

H&R Block Tax Products & Online Services (Formerly TaxCut)

Millie Kay G. — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 06:46:41 +0000

What’s more affordable than hiring a tax advisor? Check out our tax software review and find out! About a decade ago, I realized that doing taxes on my own calls for more than a calculator, pencils, and a fistful of erasers. This time, I’m taking a look at H&R Block At Home (formerly TaxCut). Like [...]

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H&R Block Tax Products & Online Services (Formerly TaxCut)

TiVo Review: Top HD Digital Video Recorder

Millie Kay G. — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 01:41:03 +0000

When I first heard of the TiVo, I didn’t really understand just how useful it would be. My spouse convinced me to give it a try when it first came out. After using it for a bit, I realized it was something that would be essential to anyone who enjoys indoor entertainment and TV watching. [...]

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TiVo Review: Top HD Digital Video Recorder

EverBank Review: Top Savings Bank Rates

The Smarter Wallet — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:58:46 +0000

I’ve been taking a closer look at online banks and here’s one that I’d like to highlight: EverBank. If you’re looking for a place to park your short term savings — say for emergencies, for short term funds that you’ll need within the next 3 to 5 years or for savings that you’re accumulating for [...]

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EverBank Review: Top Savings Bank Rates

Check Your Credit Score From Credit Reporting Agencies

Millie Kay G. — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 20:52:48 +0000

You may be currently satisfied with your mortgage and lack of car payments, but somewhere down the road, you’ll probably end up needing a loan of some sort. But before you go to a lender, you should check out your credit report first — a bad report might translate to higher interest rates if you [...]

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Check Your Credit Score From Credit Reporting Agencies

FreeCreditReport.com Review: Not a Free Credit Report

Millie Kay G. — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 04:01:28 +0000

Have you heard of those commercials on TV that talk about “free” credit reports? These services, such as FreeCreditReport.com are *not* truly free. They offer free trials for a limited time (usually 7 days) but they’re actually paid subscription services after the intro period is over. They’re in the business of credit monitoring and tracking [...]

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FreeCreditReport.com Review: Not a Free Credit Report

Trying Out Febreze Home Accents and Home Scents

The Smarter Wallet — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 06:23:32 +0000

You may have been aware of this already, but one of the perks of being a blogger is that companies often send us stuff to try out. Whether it be books, shirts, kits, or whatever else — they send us stuff. Well, this time around, the Febreze folks got a hold of me and decided [...]

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Trying Out Febreze Home Accents and Home Scents