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New Year 2009 Resolutions

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Well here it is December, Christmas 2008 right around the corner and a New Year 2009 about to arrive. It's that time of the year again, time to make your new year resolution.

Lets review some of the classic New Year Resolutions to get an idea for this year:
(1) get out of debt - Wow, we all could use that one in these difficult times.

(2) lose weight and get in shape - I don't know about you but I had a little too much to eat this Thanksgiving. This is a good one.

(3) spend more time with the family - this is a good one for all you workaholics.

(4) help others - this is definitely the most commendable resolution. You can better the lives of other people by doing some volunteer work.

There are many more good ideas for New Years Resolutions - 2009
Are you planning any resolutions for 2009 out there in cyberland ?

Gift Card - Shopping Procrastination Lifesaver

If you are like me and procrastinate with holiday shopping or shopping for special occasions the perfict gift is a "Gift Card". I am not proud of the fact that I have a hard time deciding what to buy. The gift card is fast, easy, personalized, and surely will please my family and friends since it offers the choice of more than a hundred premier stores, restaurants and experiences.

This seems like the perfect answer for me. I am going to remember this wonderful discovery of mine for other occasions birthdays, weddings, showers and not just Christmas! They are quick, convenient and can be emailed, so perfect for last-minute shopping!
Wow, I am a regular genious.

Do you have Talent - Discover Talent Online

Do you have talent? Well, if you do there are online talent advertiser resources specifically geared towards helping people make their dreams of acting and modeling actually come true! Membership allows you to have your own presence on the Internet to promote themselves on the World Wide Web! This will be their storefront to the acting and modeling world. Casting directors, agents, photographers, prospective clients, friends, and family will be able to access them on the web.

Online resources of more than 20,000 listings for talent related services such as Agencies, Casting Directors, Photographers, Talent Managers, Coaches, Schools Studios, Make-up Artists, Print Shops, Organizations and more.

2008 Tax Time is here - Do it FREE online

2008 Property Tax Deduction for Taxpayers Who Don't Itemize Updated: 11/19/2008
Tax break applies to years 2008 and 2009
Property owners who use the standard deduction, rather than itemize their individual deductions when filing their income taxes, will get a new tax break for tax years 2008 and 2009.

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A chance to deduct property taxes
Prior to 2008, only taxpayers who itemized their deductions – that is, listed certain expenses such as mortgage interest to reduce their overall tax liability – could deduct state and local property taxes. Those who took the standard deduction, or a fixed amount of income not subject to tax, could not.

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Limits set on deduction amount
However, for 2008 and for 2009, non-itemizers will be allowed to take a limited property tax deduction, up to $500 for single taxpayers and up to $1,000 for married couples filing jointly.

A couple in the 25 percent tax bracket would save $250 in taxes, while a single filer in the 25 percent bracket would save $125.

The deduction is determined by whichever of the following is lower:
The amount of property taxes paid, or $500 for single taxpayers or $1,000 for married, filing jointly.

Remodeling or Renovations - get FREE estimates

This is a premium network of remodeling contractors, who carry out bathroom remodeling, kitchen remodeling, attic remodeling and basement remodeling projects. Homeowners use this service to find local contractors for all of their home improvement projects.

They are a referral network providing contractor access to homeowners seeking home improvement goods and services. Contractors are reviewed and approved by Renovation Experts to ensure they adhere to quality standards.

They strongly recommend that homeowners follow at a minimum some basic steps to protect themselves even when they recommend hiring a contractor in their network. The Federal Trade Commission recommends in part the following things:

• Check out the contractor with your local or state consumer protection officials.
• Ask the contractor for customer references who have projects similar to yours.
• Ask for a copy of the contractor's current insurance certificates and licenses, if required.
• Get written estimates from several firms. Make sure bids are based on identical project specifications.
• Get all guarantees, warranties and promises in writing.
Agree on start and completion dates, and have them written into the contract.

Sudoku and other brain games

Sudoku is a deceptively simple game of logic, that will get you hooked and puzzle you as well. It is easy to learn but somewhat of a challenge to master.

Sudoku is played over a 9x9 grid that is divided into 3x3 sub grids called "regions".
Sudoku begins with some of the grid cells already filled with numbers. If you are a first time player here are a few playing tips.

1. The game board starts with several numbers already on it. Every time you start a new game there is a different set of numbers.

2. The object of this puzzle game is to fill the empty board cells with numbers from 1 to 9 according the game rules.

3. You need to determine what numbers can be inserted into each empty cell according to the rules of the game.

4. In summary, the Sudoku rule is: Complete the Sudoku puzzle so that each and every row, column, and region contains the numbers one through nine only once.


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