Lifestyle & Trends - Money & Finance

Holiday shoppers: beware of 'budget fatigue'

The past few years have been hard on the American pocketbook - and psyche. Just when we think we see the light at the end of the recessionary tunnel, something happens to make us pull our belts a little tighter and dampen our spirits. Many of us have had to curtail spending for quite some time, and with the holiday season (read, shopping season) coming up fast, we're itching just to let go and spend like it's 1999.

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Choosing the right Medicare plan: Look beyond premiums

Each year, millions of seniors are able to enroll into a new Medicare prescription drug plan (PDP), and the vast number of available options can make this a daunting task. Choosing a Medicare prescription plan can seem confusing, so the more you know, the easier it will be to find one that makes the most sense for you.

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Ease your heating bill with a call to your plumbing and heating contractor

Winter will soon bring plenty of cold and snowy weather. Families will turn up the thermostat, add an extra blanket to the beds, and hit the local home improvement store for needed supplies to seal windows and doors.

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Tips on drawing up a will

It's difficult thinking about death and dying and about wills and estate planning, when you're young and starting a family or when you feel in perfectly good health. Here are some tips on how to write a will and create an estate plan.

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Chic holiday entertaining for less

A beautiful holiday table can be the centerpiece of any celebration. However, many hostesses are discouraged by the idea and potential cost of fancy linens, expensive serving ware and a perfect centerpiece. Here are some tips for creating a festive, yet affordable holiday setting.

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