Laura Agadoni
Laura Agadoni has been writing professionally since 1983. Her feature stories on area businesses, human interest, and health and fitness appeared in her local newspaper. She has also written and edited for a grassroots outreach effort and has been published in Clean Eating magazine, The Nest, Modern Mom, The Huffington Post, Livestrong, MapQuest, Chron.com, Motley Fool, typeF, Hidden Valley and in Dimensions magazine, a CUNA Mutual publication. Agadoni has a Bachelor of Arts in communications from California State University-Fullerton.
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What Causes a Man to Have a Hard Fat Belly?Learn why you or your man has a hard, fat belly and what to do to get rid of it.
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The Disadvantages of Flipping a HouseBefore you go out and buy a house to flip, consider the possible disadvantages.
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How to Sell Tacos on Los Angeles StreetsLearn how to be successful selling tacos on the streets of Los Angeles
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Problems with a Child Sleeping in a Parent’s BedCo-sleeping with a child comes with some problems. Find out what they are. -
Junk Food and Low IQ in KidsStudy shows a possible link between junk food and IQ. -
Tax Tips for High-Income EarnersWorried about your tax bracket? Learn some tips to keep some of your money.
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Do Cat People Have Similar Personalities?If you’re a cat person, find out which personality traits you share with other cat people.
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What I Learned About Fraud in Nonprofit Cancer DonationsSome nonprofits are fraudulent. Check out charities before giving. -
First Person: The Disadvantages of Reverse MortgagesLearn about the disadvantages of reverse mortgages before taking one out.
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First Person: 5 Reasons I Don’t Fear Muni BondsMany people fear muni bonds, but they don’t have to.
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First Person: Can I Still Get an 80/20 Mortgage Loan?How do 80/20 mortgage loans work? And can you even get one?
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First Person: What Happens When You Stop Paying the Mortgage?Some people remain in their homes for years without paying their mortgage.
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5 Benefits of Using a TreadmillYou always see people using treadmills at the gym. Ever wonder why they're so popular?
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An Alternative to the Boy Scouts: One Former Scout Mom’s HopeIf the Boy Scout gay policy occurred when my son was a scout, I would have begged him to quit.
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Study Says: Dads Not Very Valuable, and Becoming Less SoDads are not valuable, according to a study. This is complete bogus.Also published on: -
My Tennis Routine Keeps Me in ShapeTennis provides me with a fitness routine I look forward to doing.
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Unruly Children in the Theater Make Me MadSome parents don’t care if their kids are unruly in restaurants and theaters, but they should. -
First Person: I'm a Stay-at-Home Mom, and I Don't Want an Individual Credit CardSome stay-at-home parents have been added to the entitlement group that believes it’s their right as a citizen to have a credit card. Their argument makes little sense.Also published on:
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How to Apply Diversity Skills in the WorkplaceAlthough America is the great melting pot, our companies sometimes do not reflect this. Learn how companies can be more diverse.
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Burning Question: Why do women love romantic comedies?Many women can’t resist a good romantic comedy. Find out why. -
Burning Question: Why do some guys like feet?Men are visual beings, likely to focus on a favorite body part, and some men prefer feet. -
Burning Question: Why do kids have imaginary friends?Two schools of thought try to answer the question of why kids have imaginary friends. Which one do you believe? -
Small Business Owner Guide to Evaluate an On-the-Job Worker InjurySome employees have genuine injuries and some do not. Learn to evaluate which is which.
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First Person: Guarding Against Forced RetirementAlthough laws prevent employers from forcing people into retirement, some companies do it anyway.Also published on:
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First Person: Investing in JewelryAntique jewelry could be worth good money in today's market.
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What Antibiotics Taught Me About Farm-to-Table DiningFarm-to-table dining is not just for rich urbanites. It attracts all income levels and immigrant populations. Everyone benefits except factory farms.
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First Person: Spotting a Work-at-Home ScamA work-at-home ad from a respected radio personality made me investigate whether this was a scam. I was disappointed to discover it was.
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Artwork Got My Daughter Through a Tornado TraumaChildren who experience a traumatic experience can express themselves through art when they don’t have the words to explain what is wrong. -
First Person: A Used Car Deal for My DaughterMothers and daughters often are ripped off when shopping for used cars. Learn what we did to get a good deal.
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Santorum's Skewed Libertarian View Disqualifies Him from My BallotRick Santorum’s social conservative agenda scares me. Although I am a registered GOP voter, I would not vote for him.
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How I Rehabilitated an Abused DogThe minute I laid eyes on the frightened and starving little creature, brought home by my daughter, I knew he would become part of our family. -
St. Patrick’s Day the Southern waySt. Patrick’s Day does not have to be about just drinking green beer. There are other ways for families to celebrate. -
First Person: Is Data Mining a Convenience or an Orwellian Nightmare?Target learned how to predict when a woman was having a baby by analyzing her shopping habits. Is this invasion of privacy going too far?
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First Person: Real World Housing Prices in Anaheim, Calif.Owning rental property in a volatile housing market means keeping a constant watch on trends, which is exactly what I do.
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First Person: Preventing Tax Preparer FraudIt is tempting to hire a tax preparer who promises a big refund, but that can be a sign of fraud.Also published on:
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First Person: Coming to Terms With the LotteryThere are ways to play the lottery to improve the odds of winning. But compulsively spending money on such a long shot is almost always a losing endeavor.
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First Person: My New Definition of LuxuryThe recession motivated me to redefine my idea of luxury.
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Gun toting Facebook dad jumped the gunVigilante Facebook dad might receive adulation for shooting his daughter’s laptop, but I believe that he overreacted to a typical teenage situation. -
French parenting not unique to the FrenchA recent WSJ article claims that the French have better parenting skills than Americans do. French moms have found the secret between balance and obsession. -
First Person: I Broke Up With My Giant BankI am fed up with the giant banks. I have decided to transfer to another financial institution. Find out why and how.
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First Person: Facebook Uses Me More Than I Use ItFacebook might have begun as a lofty way to connect people. Now, it is nothing but a spammy advertiser, which will worsen since the company has gone public.Also published on:
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10 Ways to Keep Your Teen Active During WinterPrying a teen from the computer when the weather is bad is not exactly easy. If you have some fun alternatives, you stand a better chance. -
First Person: Will HARP 2.0 Help Underwater Homeowners?With interest rates at historic lows, people want to refinance, but many who are underwater can’t. HARP 2.0 might make this possible.
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SOPA and PIPA Are Really About Government ControlThe government wants to control the Internet, and SOPA and PIPA are its ways of doing so.
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In South Carolina Debate, Candidates Attack Each Other, but Save Time for ObamaThe South Carolina debate began with a bang, but it never touched on the national debt. Ron Paul managed to mention his plan to cut $1 trillion in the first year of his presidency, anyway.Also published on:
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Stephen Colbert’s Super PAC Needs to Hit Both SidesStephen Colbert’s new super PAC is a funny way to educate voters, but will he give equal time to poking fun at the Democrats when the Obama campaign begins?
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Exercises for Women Doing Winter SportsSkiing is a great winter sport that is even more fun doing while in shape. Three basic exercises prepare me for the slopes.
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First Person: Unemployment Is Trending Up, But My Son Is Still UnderemployedReports indicating that unemployment rates are improving might be inaccurate. Unemployment is still a problem, especially for young people.
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Antibiotics in Livestock Question Deeper Than Meets the EyeThe FDA restricted the practice of farmers giving antibiotics to their healthy animals. Find out why the practice is even necessary.Also published on: -
The Super PAC InfluenceSuper PACs bring a new element into 2012 elections; much negativity is associated with them, but there is one bright spot.Also published on:
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First Person: Teaching My Kids About MoneyIf children are not taught about money, they might wind up with credit card debt the first time they handle their own funds. Parents can teach kids early about savings.
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First Person: Sell My Home or Rent it Out?I thought I could sell my California house easily, and then the mortgage crisis occurred. I had a tough decision before me – to sell the house as planned or rent it out.
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First Person: Is Consumer Spending Really Up?Although the media reports that consumer spending is up, this is only part of the picture. It’s still wise to be cautious.
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First Person: Why I Continue to Use a Property ManagerHiring a property manager is sometimes unavoidable. I learned from experience some pros and cons.
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First Person: How a Retirement Calculator Changed My LifeI learned to plan for retirement so that it would not sneak up on me and catch me unprepared.Also published on:
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First Person: 5 Easy Ways to Cut Household SpendingInstead of buying new products every time you need something, consider using items you already have around the house. You’ll soon be saving money instead of spending it.
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How to Find Tech Gear Deals and Electronic Equipment OnlineIf you are clueless about electronic equipment and trying to find a good deal, you won’t want to miss reading this article. You'll learn how to get the best deal on that camera, computer or TV you want.
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Understand IncontinenceMillions of women have urinary incontinence. Learn what causes it and how to treat it.
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How to Recognize Email ScamsScammers have made going through email a pain. Learn how to recognize a possible scam.
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How to Get a Tick Off Your DogSometimes, responsible pet owners must engage in rather gross activities. Tick removal is one such pursuit.
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How to Dry Out the IPhoneIt's a good guess to say that many people keep their iPhone in the back pocket of their jeans. Just as we used to whip out the hairbrush we once kept there, now we use that back pocket for easy iPhone access. One danger waits, though '" dropping the iPhone into the toilet.
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The Side Effects of Clove OilBecause clove oil has some good attributes, people use it for all sorts of reasons, the most common being to relieve toothaches, indigestion, coughs, asthma and headaches.
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How to Open Your Thrift Store BusinessStarting a retail business is an exciting proposition, but it can be expensive. Opening a thrift store business, on the other hand, will be much less expensive for you.
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How to Get Financial Help for Small Businesses in GeorgiaLearn the various ways you can get financial help for your Georgia small business.
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How to Massage Leg CrampsWhen you get a leg cramp, you need to know how to get rid of it, fast.
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How to Make Money in Massage TherapyIt is one thing to train to become a massage therapist. It is another to make a living in massage therapy.
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How to Know the Duties of an Elder Care LiaisonBecause the Baby Boom generation is aging, the need for elder care liaisons is growing.
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How to Know What Kinds of Background Checks There AreIf you are applying for a job or an apartment, expect to have some sorts of background checks conducted on you.
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How to Know If Sofa Sleepers Are ComfortableIt is possible to get a comfortable sofa sleeper, which is important if you plan to use it as your primary bed.
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How to Know If Preparation H Works for WrinklesWrinkle creams can be expensive. Ever wonder whether Preparation H works?
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How to Use Coat Hangers in Other WaysBefore you add more to landfills by discarding wire clothes hangers, try using them in other ways.
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Get to Know AnaheimAnaheim, meaning home near the Santa Ana River, is one of the 10 most-populated cities in California. See what it has to offer.
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Want a Job in Occupational Safety?Find out whether you are cut out for a job in the occupational safety field. The U.S. Department of Labor runs a career website that helps people find jobs in occupational safety. Preventing workplace injuries is one aspect of the job.
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Best Aphrodisiacs for WomenAphrodisiacs can be many things. If you and your partner are in the right frame of mind, whatever tools you use become your aphrodisiac.
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Eat Healthy FoodOnce you understand where that hamburger or steak you're about to eat probably came from, you'll want to start eating organic meats.