Jimmy Collins
Full time freelance writer. I am a former stock broker and money manager who still loves all aspects of finance as well as sports and fitness. Currently I hold a 4th degree black belt in the Martial Art of Tae Kwon Do.
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First Person: 3 Ways I'm Slashing My Personal SpendingAfter looking at all my personal finances, I found three ways I can still slash and save on personal spending.
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The Miami Hurricanes Will Come Back Stronger Than Ever Before: Fan OpinionThough facing NCAA sanctions, the Miami Hurricanes football program is poised to do just fine and come back stronger than ever before.
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Can Duke Johnson Win the Heisman as a Sophomore? Fan’s PerspectiveAs a true freshman the Miami Hurricanes running back Duke Johnson wowed college football. Can he win the Heisman as a sophomore?
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2013 Will Be a Statement Year for the Miami Hurricanes: Fan PerspectiveWith NCAA sanctions looming, the Miami Hurricanes will have a lot to prove in 2013.
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First Person: When it Comes to Saving Money on Technology I’m First in Line for the LeftoversThough I love technology and all the comforts it provides me, I love saving money even more which is why I always look to the leftovers.
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Can the Miami Hurricanes Football Program Weather the Upcoming NCAA Storm? Fan PerspectiveWith sanctions on the way from the NCAA the Miami Hurricanes face an uncertain fate that will surely test the entire team.
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Miami Hurricanes Wide Receiver Phillip Dorsett a Nice Surprise: Fan PerspectiveIn only his sophomore season, Miami Hurricanes wide receiver Phillip Dorsett put up some surprisingly impressive numbers.
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The Miami Hurricanes 2013 Hopes on the Shoulders of Stephen Morris: Fan PerspectiveEntering his senior season, Miami Hurricanes quarterback Stephen Morris will carry the weight of the world, and his team, on his shoulders.
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Duke Johnson as Good as Promised for the Miami Hurricanes: Fan PerspectiveFreshman running back Duke Johnson was said to have some spark in him coming into his freshman year at the University of Miami, which he has proved, and then some.
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Miami Hurricanes Would Be Lost Without Al Golden: Fan OpinionRumors are abound that Al Golden will leave the University of Miami, but he is saying that he is there for the long haul, which is good for the team.
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Will Self-Imposed Bowl Ban Help the Miami Hurricanes with Recruiting? Fan PerspectiveWith a second straight self-imposed bowl ban the Miami Hurricanes might just help themselves out in the recruiting department.
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Win for Regan Smith Reaffirms Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s Eye for Talent: A Fan’s ViewBy winning in his first start for JR Motorsports, Regan Smith has helped prove once again that Dale Earnhardt Jr. has a real eye for driver talent.
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Miami Hurricanes Deny Themselves History for Hope of Easier Future: Fan ReactionFor the second straight season the Miami Hurricanes have imposed their own bowl ban, only this year comes at the cost of possible history being made.
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. Needs Strong Finish for Positive Momentum: A Fan’s OpinionWith one race to go in a season that has many ups and downs for Dale Earnhardt Jr., a strong finish is a must for positive momentum going forward.
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Miami Hurricanes Can Still Win the ACC If They Win: Fan PerspectiveComing off a loss that really puts the Miami Hurricanes in a tough spot, the team still has a chance to win the ACC title, but they first have to win.
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First Person: I'm Looking Over the Edge of the Looming Fiscal Cliff With FearWith the Bush tax cuts set to expire for everyone on December 31 at midnight, I have a great fear of the possible coming fiscal cliff.
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First Person: Economic Sentiment Is on The Rise, but I’m Still CautiousEven though homes in 81% of the cities in America have recently gone up and sentiment is positive for more, I am cautiously waiting as South Florida still has plenty for sale.
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Is the Good Play of the Miami Hurricanes Football Team Going to Hurt Them? Fan PerspectiveWith NCAA penalties forthcoming, the decision to self-impose another bowl ban must be made quickly by the Miami Hurricanes. Good play however, could be making the decision harder.
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Miami Hurricanes Recruit Alex Collins Decommits but Fear NotEven though Alex Collins is a very highly sought after recruit that is now lost, the Miami Hurricanes should fare just fine in the running back department without him next season.
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Long Lines and Enthusiasm in FloridaMy wife and I got to the polls at 6:45 am and there was a long line of enthusiastic voters waiting. -
First Person: The Gas Price Roller Coaster ContinuesWith one thing or another affecting the oil and gasoline prices in the United States, I’m doing all I can to keep up with the rollercoaster effect, especially in light of the recent Superstorm Sandy.
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With Nothing to Lose Expect Dale Earnhardt Jr. To Take More Risks: Fan ViewWith only three more races to go in the 2012 season Dale Earnhardt Jr. is likely to push the envelope as he has nothing to lose and possible wins to gain.
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The New NCAA Penalty Guidelines May Affect the Miami Hurricanes: Fan PerspectiveThe NCAA has just announced that the way in which they penalize teams is going to be tougher. Could this affect the Miami Hurricanes when their NCAA penalties hit next year?
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The Miami Dolphins Might Actually Be Playoff Bound: Fan ViewThough I wouldn’t have thought it at the beginning of the year, I am buying into the Dolphins hype and now thinking playoffs for my favorite team.
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Miami Dolphins Quarterback Ryan Tannehill Shouldn’t Push His Luck: Fan PerspectiveWith an upcoming matchup versus the Indianapolis Colts and other rookie quarterback sensation Andrew Luck, I am hopeful that Ryan Tannehill plays, but only if he is ready.
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First Person: Food Savings Go Beyond Clipping CouponsStaying on a strict food budget while prices go up and my income does not, requires me to go beyond coupon clipping.
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Is Miami Hurricanes Coach Al Golden Pushing Shannon Recruits Out? Fan PerspectiveWith two juniors leaving the Miami Hurricanes squad in the past month some are eluding to the fact that it is Al Golden himself that is making them want to go, but could there be more to it than that?
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Miami Hurricanes Sophomore Wide Receivers Dorsett and Scott Stepping Up: Fan PerspectiveAfter seeing very limited action in 2011, both Phillip Dorsett and Rashawn Scott are making it clear they will be future playmakers for the Miami Hurricanes.
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Fan's Take: Can Duke Johnson Become the Best Miami Hurricanes Running Back Yet?As a true freshman, Duke Johnson is turning heads already, and he might have what it takes to go down in the record books as the best running back to ever play for the University of Miami.
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Miami Hurricanes Football Program Now Lagging in 2013 Recruiting: Fan PerspectiveWith the end of the 2012 season rapidly approaching, the Miami Hurricanes suddenly find themselves lagging in the recruiting department.Also published on:
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What Dale Earnhardt Jr. Has to Gain by Returning to Racing Now: Fan OpinionIf all goes well then Dale Earnhardt Jr. will return to racing action after missing two weeks, but what does he have to gain by doing so?
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Miami Hurricanes 2012 Depth Chart Lends Hope for a Stronger 2013: Fan PerspectiveWith a quick glance at the Miami Hurricanes depth chart it is easy to see that not many starters will be lost after the 2012 season is complete, which should mean a stronger 2013.
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Miami Dolphins Wide Receiver Brian Hartline Quietly Becoming Marquee: Fan ViewThough he has never had more than 615 receiving yards in a single season, Brian Hartline is quietly putting together the season of a marquee wide receiver.
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The Miami Dolphins Should Utilize Lamar Miller at Running Back: Fan’s TakeAveraging 5.5 yards per carry doesn’t seem to be good enough for the Miami Dolphins as Lamar Miller hasn’t carried the ball in the last two games.
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Can the Miami Hurricanes Still Win the ACC Despite Obstacles? Fan PerspectiveWith Florida State coming and starting quarterback Stephen Morris likely to miss at least that game, can the Miami Hurricanes still compete for the ACC title?
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This Miami Dolphins Fan Thinks Ryan Tannehill is the Real DealWhile Ryan Tannehill has already shown some great promise in the 2012 season, his progression is likely to improve moving forward.
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Regan Smith Subbing for Dale Earnhardt Jr. Turns into Tryout: Fan PerspectiveWhen Regan Smith was pushed out of his full-time NASCAR Sprint Cup ride, who would have thought that what seemed like an adversity would turn into an opportunity.
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Fan's View: Can Miami QB Stephen Morris Emerge as a Heisman Candidate in 2013?After showing a lot of promise in his first official season as the starting quarterback for the Miami Hurricanes, Stephen Morris may just have what it takes to get into the Heisman talks for 2013.
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. Should Look to 2013 and Full Recovery: Fan OpinionEven though Dale Earnhardt Jr. may be cleared to race the last few events in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series he should probably sit out and fully recover.
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First Person: We Cut $295 Out of Our Budget in Just One MonthUsing our own competitive nature my wife and I were able to save $295 in just one month.
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. Gearing Team Up for a Big 2013 Nationwide Run: Fan PerspectiveAfter a retooling of JR Motorsports, which included letting family go, it looks like Dale Earnhardt Jr. has big plans for his Nationwide team in 2013.
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Injury to Bush Has This Miami Dolphins Fan Thinking Miller TimeWith Reggie Bush going down to a knee injury, I think it should be “Miller Time” for the Miami Dolphins.
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Duke Johnson Making Miami Hurricanes Fans Forget Lamar Miller: A Fan PerspectiveTrue freshman Duke Johnson is off to the races for the Miami Hurricanes and making some fans all but forget Lamar Miller.
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Fan's View: Can Dale Earnhardt Jr. Win Multiple NASCAR Sprint Cup Championships?Even though Dale Earnhardt Jr. has yet to win his first NASCAR Sprint Cup Championship, his performance in 2012 has me wondering if he can win multiple titles before he hangs up his steering wheel.
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Miami Hurricanes Defense Can Only Get Better, Hopefully: A Fan’s TakeWith two rough defensive starts to the 2012 season, the Miami Hurricanes defense has nowhere else to go but up.
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Possible Replacements for Danica Patrick at JR Motorsports in 2013: A Fan’s TakeDanica Patrick is moving up to the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series in 2013 leaving an empty seat at JR Motorsports. There are three drivers I think Dale Jr. should go after to fill that void.
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. Must Keep Blunders in Check to Win a Championship: A Fan's PerspectiveDale Earnhardt Jr. just secured his spot in the Sprint Cup Chase. However, if he is to win his first title, he must keep his personal blunders in check.
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Top Five Reasons to Root for Dale Earnhardt Jr. in 2012 Chase for the Sprint CupDale Earnhardt Jr. is a wonderful driver to root for, especially leading into the 2012 Chase for the Sprint Cup. I have five reasons in particular as to why he deserves fan support.
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. Returning to His DEI Racing Roots Unlikely: A Fan’s ViewDale Earnhardt Jr. got his racing feet wet at family owned company DEI. After leaving in 2008 his return to the family organization is highly unlikely for several reasons.
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First Person: 3 Easy Personal Spending Adjustments Saved Me $1,480 Last YearEveryone has bad spending habits from time to time and I am no different. However, after careful evaluation and making some easy changes to some of my spending habits I was able to save big.
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How Al Golden Will Turn Around the Miami Hurricanes Football Program: A Fan’s TakeThough challenges are plentiful for the University of Miami’s football program, head coach Al Golden is the man to get the Hurricanes back to national prominence.
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All-Time Favorite Kickers of the Miami Hurricanes: A Fan's TakeWhile not often thought of, the kickers on any team are a pivotal part of its success or failure. For me, there are three kickers from the University of Miami that remain my favorites.
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What This Miami Hurricanes Football Fan Expects in 2012 and BeyondFacing certain NCAA punishment and dealing with a rebuilding process, I am still hopeful and confident that the Miami Hurricanes are on their way back.
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Miami Hurricanes Deep at Running Back Despite Losing Lamar Miller: A Fan's PerspectiveDespite losing their top running back to the NFL draft, the Miami Hurricanes have reloaded and remain strong at the position.
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. Running Well Makes NASCAR Better: A Fan’s OpinionWhile I’ll always watch NASCAR regardless of how well Dale Earnhardt Jr. is running, it is certainly better when he is running well.
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Fan's Take: Will Freshmen Help the Miami Hurricanes Make a Fresh Start?With many freshmen on the Miami Hurricanes roster, the youngest players might be the best chance for the team’s fresh start.
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NFL Stadium Guide: Miami DolphinsSun Life Stadium is home to the NFL’s Miami Dolphins. The stadium is a great place to watch an NFL game, but a stadium guide is a must to get the most out of any game day.
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What Does the Trade of Vontae Davis Say About the Miami Dolphins? Fan PerspectiveThe Dolphins traded away former first round pick Vontae Davis to the Indianapolis Colts. So, what does this move say about the Dolphins?
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Miami Hurricanes Not Even Predicted to Be Bowl Eligible? Fan ReactionWith only six wins out of 12 games needed to become bowl eligible, the Miami Hurricanes get more disrespect as ESPN says they will not get there.
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Looking to My Past for a Financial Plan for My FutureThis year my small business has struggled to say the least. Therefore, I looked at my past in order to formulate a new money saving game plan for my future.
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Miami Hurricanes Coach Al Golden Wants Hard Work and Leadership: Fan PerspectiveWith the Miami Hurricanes wrapping up their training camp and getting some much needed rest, head coach Al Golden is not letting up on or off the field.
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Can Ryan Tannehill Live Up to the Miami Dolphins’ Expectations? A Fan’s PerspectiveRyan Tannehill has been named the starting quarterback for the Miami Dolphins and with the announcement the high expectations begin. Can he live up to them?
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Will Danica Patrick Be More Popular Than Dale Jr. In the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series? A Fan’s PerspectiveIn 2013 Danica Patrick takes her talents to the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. Will she overtake Dale Earnhardt Jr. as the most popular driver?
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Miami Hurricanes Lose Freshman Vernon Davis to UWV Transfer: Fan ReactionFreshman Vernon Davis is leaving Miami for West Virginia before he ever plays a single down for the Hurricanes.
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. Sounding and Driving like a Champion: A Fan’s PerspectiveIt’s one thing to sound like a champion and another to back it up with solid runs. After a slight hiccup, Dale Earnhardt Jr. is doing both and looking strong.
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Top Five Quarterbacks Who Have Played for the Miami HurricanesThe Miami Hurricanes were once known as Quarterback U, which means there has rarely been a lack of talent at the QB position. But, five stand out as the best of the best in my mind.
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Depth Chart for the Miami Hurricanes Displays New Faces and New Hope: Fan PerspectiveAl Golden has released his latest depth chart for the Hurricanes and with the 2012 season just about to kick off, there will be new faces on the field and new hopes in the stands.
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First Person: Relief at the Pumps Short-Lived and Long GoneWhile I was using the lower gasoline prices for my own sort of personal stimulus, I am once again adjusting my finances and trying to keep up with soaring prices.
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Fan's Take: Will Miami Hurricanes Face Mass Player Exodus After Penalties Hit?Facing sure NCAA penalties I am fearful that the Miami Hurricanes will face a mass player exodus similar to that of Penn State.
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Miami Hurricanes Head Coach Al Golden Wants No More Selfishness: Fan ReactionAl Golden is continuing to press the Miami Hurricanes football team hard and is calling for an end to any and all selfishness on the team.
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Tailgating Rules and Guide for the Miami Dolphins in 2012Tailgating is a fun way to get ready for a home game Dolphins style. However, there are rules and regulations to follow in order to ensure a fun time is had by all.
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Are the Miami Dolphins Giving Matt Moore a Fair Chance at Quarterback? A Fan’s OpinionThough Matt Moore performed well for the Miami Dolphins in 2011, he still finds himself on the outside looking in.
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Miami Hurricanes Make the Call Naming Stephen Morris Starting QB: Fan ReactionWhile the Miami Hurricanes have two great quarterbacks who battled for the starting spot, Stephen Morris has come out on top as the starter heading into the 2012 season.
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Bad Luck Has Found Dale Earnhardt Jr. Again, But Will it Stick Around? A Fan’s ViewAfter taking the points lead just a couple races ago, Dale Earnhardt Jr. has found bad luck two races in a row leaving him back in fourth place leading up to the Chase.
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Why This Miami Dolphins Fan is Not Surprised Chad Johnson Was CutAfter a rocky start with the Miami dolphins, Chad Johnson has been cut after legal troubles. This is really no surprise to many fans, including me.
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Top Five Running Backs Who Played for the Miami HurricanesThough the Miami Hurricanes have had a lot of hard hitting running backs through the years, there are five that stand out to me as the best.
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Chad Johnson Sending Mixed Signals to the Miami Dolphins Again: Fan ViewAfter stealing the show in the first episode of HBO’s “Hard Knocks,” Chad Johnson is now giving the media the silent treatment and is sending some very mixed messages to the fans.
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Are Dale Jr. And His Hendrick Teammates NASCAR’s Dream Team? A Fan’s OpinionWith all four drivers looking like they all might make the Chase, Hendrick Motorsports is establishing itself as NASCAR’s dream team.
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For the Miami Hurricanes Football Program Ray-Ray Won’t Go Away: Fan ReactionDespite being kicked off the team, Ray-Ray Armstrong is making a legal move to remain a part of the University of Miami football program.
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My Social Security Strategy: Expect the UnexpectedThough I would someday love to retire, the recent news on social security sure makes it look like that might not happen unless I make it happen.
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Miami Hurricanes Football Snubbed in Preseason Coaches’ Poll: Fan ReactionI know the Hurricanes are facing lots of challenges for 2012, but the latest preseason college football Coaches’ Poll is void of any mention of the Canes.
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How Will the Miami Hurricanes Fair Opening 2012 with Two Road Games? a Fan’s OpinionThe Miami Hurricanes start their 2012 campaign with lots of questions about the future of the program as well as two tough road games to play.
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First Person: I Switched My Health Insurance to Catastrophic Coverage to Save MoneyWith my portion of the health insurance going up over $400 in the last couple of years I have been forced to switch to a more affordable, yet risky type of health insurance.
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The Dale Earnhardt Jr. Foundation Shows Softer Side of Dale Jr.: A Fan’s PerspectiveIt’s not as if fans needed any other reasons to root for Dale Earnhardt Jr., but his acts of kindness through his foundation make fans like me cheer even louder.
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Top Five Wide Receivers Who Played for the Miami Hurricanes Football ProgramThough the University of Miami has had some great players at the wide out position over the years, there are five in particular who stand out as the best of the best.
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. Is the Leader in NASCAR Points, but Will it Last? A Fan’s OpinionAfter finishing fourth at Indianapolis Dale Earnhardt Jr. finds himself at the top of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Championship point standings. That’s just where this fan hopes he stays.
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Miami Hurricanes Land More Local Talent in Jamal Carter: A Fan’s PerspectiveDespite more allegations, the University of Miami managed to land another local talent with lots of football potential.
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Positive NASCAR Headlines for Dale Earnhardt Jr. Are Fine by This FanWith Dale Earnhardt Jr. running as consistent as he ever has in the past, he may be stealing a lot of the thunder from other NASCAR drivers, which is just fine with this fan.
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What This Miami Dolphins Fan Wants to See from Ryan TannehillThere is a lot of pressure that comes with being the number eight overall draft pick, but I’m hoping Tannehill can weather the storm.
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Top Five Little-known Fun Facts About Dale Earnhardt Jr.Dale Earnhardt Jr. is one of the most popular drivers in NASCAR today, but here are some fun facts about him that not everyone knows.
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Former Miami Hurricanes Tight End Jimmy Graham Still Inspiring This FanJimmy Graham defied the odds more than once in his life to make it all the way to the NFL after only one season with the University of Miami football program. His story still inspires me today.
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Keeping the Miami Hurricanes' Possible Penalties in Perspective: A Fan's ViewEven though there are likely NCAA penalties forthcoming for the Miami Hurricanes, I am keeping it all in perspective knowing it could be worse.
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Fan's Take: Will Miami Hurricanes Draw Motivation from the Preseason ACC Poll?The Miami Hurricanes received no love when the media put out its ACC preseason poll, showing the Canes in the fifth on the Coastal side. Can they draw motivation from the disrespect?
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Thomas and Miller Must Prove Their Miami Dolphins Running Back Worth Now: A Fan’s OpinionBoth Daniel Thomas and Lamar Miller have an opportunity ahead of them and it might not just be for the second string starter at running back.
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Miami Hurricanes Head Coach Al Golden Receives Support Amid Allegations: A Fan's PerspectiveEven though there is a new report out alleging wrongdoing by Al Golden and his staff, the second year head coach of the Canes is receiving much support.
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For Dale Earnhardt Jr. Half a Season Makes a Huge Difference: A Fan’s ViewWith his consistency and drive, Dale Earnhardt Jr. has gone from pretender to contender in the first half of the 2012 season.
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Will Ochocinco’s Name Change Prove Productive for the Miami Dolphins? Fan’s PerspectiveFinally going from Ochocinco back to Johnson, the player with a lot of flair might just be coming back to Earth, and productivity.
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Miami Hurricanes Land Former Alabama Pledge Artie Burns for a Speed Coup: Fan ReactionDespite offers from some of the top teams in the nation, Artie Burns has decided to stay home and play his college football with the Miami Hurricanes.
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First Person: Amazon's Same Day Delivery Would Make Financial Sense for MeThe rumors are that Amazon will begin to offer same day delivery starting as early as next year, which will influence my shopping and allow me to save.
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Second in Sprint Cup Points for Dale Earnhardt Jr. Not an Option: A Fan’s OpinionDale Earnhardt Jr. is putting together a season to be proud of, but coming in second in the points at the end of the season is simply not an option.
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Miami Hurricanes Say Goodbye to Ray-Ray Armstrong Creating Opportunity for Others: Fan PerspectiveWith the official word coming from the University of Miami regarding Ray-Ray Armstrong being kicked off the team, his adversity could equal opportunity for others.
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Top Five Tight Ends Who Played for the Miami HurricanesThe Miami Hurricanes have had some amazing tight end talent play for them over the years, but five stand out as the best.
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Butch Davis Wants to Coach Again but Karma Can Be Harsh: Fan’s PerspectiveAfter being ousted by the North Carolina Tar Heels in 2011 Butch Davis says he hopes to coach college football again, which leaves this Miami Hurricanes fan a bit slighted.
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Mark Duper Will Always Be 85 in the Mind of This Miami Dolphins FanThough Chad Ochocinco, new to the Miami Dolphins, will wear the number 85 jersey, to me that number will always belong to Mark Duper.
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Ray-Ray Armstrong on a Good Watch List for a Change: Fan’s PerspectiveRay-Ray Armstrong is no stranger to trouble but is now on a good watch list for the Chuck Bednarik Award, which is a nice change of pace.
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Fan’s Take: Austin Dillon Might Racing the 3 in the NASCAR Sprint Cup SeriesThough nobody has raced the famed 3 in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series since Dale Earnhardt’s death I would be more than pleased to see it raced once more.
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Top Five Reasons the Miami Dolphins Will Never Replace Don ShulaAnyone who loves the NFL knows the name Don Shula. While the Miami Dolphins might have some great coaches to come, none will ever be able to replace Shula’s legend.
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Hendrick’s Choice of Dale Earnhardt Jr. Over Kyle Busch Paying Off: A Fan's OpinionEven though Kyle Busch has more wins than Dale Earnhardt Jr. since 2008 the move that brought Dale Jr. over has paid off for Hendrick Motorsports.Also published on:
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Miami Hurricanes’ Ray-Ray Armstrong and Seantrel Henderson Suspended Again? Fan ReactionWhile I‘m trying to ignore the rumors, they are running wild and all signs are pointing to two of the Miami Hurricanes’ best players being suspended.Also published on:
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Fan's View: Will the Miami Dolphins Be Forced to Start Ryan Tannehill Prematurely?All indications point to Ryan Tannehill learning from the sidelines in 2012, but will the Miami Dolphins get pressured into starting him before they want to?
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Fan's Take: Is Dan Marino the Best NFL Quarterback Without a Super Bowl Title?There are many big names on the list of NFL quarterbacks to never win a Super Bowl. However, when considering the best, Dan Marino has to enter the argument.
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Fan's Take: Has Death of Dale Earnhardt Saved Lives in NASCAR?Even though it has been over a decade since the legendary Dale Earnhardt was taken, lives are still being affected and saved in NASCAR today as a result
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Actions the Miami Hurricanes Must Take to Successfully Rebuild: A Fan's PerspectiveWith some tough times ahead, the Miami Hurricanes have critical actions that must be taken so they can not only ensure the survival of the program, but the success of it as well.Also published on:
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First Person: I Avoided Tax Penalties and Trouble by Working With the IRSEven though I haven’t always had enough to pay my taxes I’ve learned that penalties can be avoided by simply working with the IRS.Also published on:
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Does Having the Last Name Earnhardt Really Help in NASCAR? Fan PerspectiveThough Dale Earnhardt Jr. certainly has made a name for himself, it took more than just a last name to get where he is today and there are other Earnhardt family members who would agree.
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The Miami Hurricanes Must Continue to Recruit the State of Miami for Long-Term Success: Fan ViewThough the philosophy was started by Howard Schnellenberger back in the early 1980s, the Miami Hurricanes need to remain focused on their home base recruiting if they plan on getting back to the top.Also published on:
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First Person: Is Inflation Making Higher Incomes Obsolete?Even though recent data shows $100,000 isn’t what it used to be, I am still striving to hit that number and more.Also published on:
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This Miami Dolphins Fan Thinks Davone Bess Will Defy the Odds AgainAfter conquering every hurdle that has been thrown in front of him, Davone Bess has the chance to show he can be the go-to guy for the Miami Dolphins.Also published on:
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Would a Sprint Cup Championship for Dale Earnhardt Jr. Silence Critics? A Fan’s OpinionNow that Dale Earnhardt Jr. has reached the winners circle again he might have to do even more to silence his critics, though even a Sprint Cup Championship might not be enough.
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Lessons This Miami Hurricanes Fan Hopes Al Golden Took from Joe PaternoAl Golden has the chance to help re-establish the Miami Hurricanes as one of the premier football programs in the country and I hope he’ll do so with some lessons learned from Joe Paterno.Also published on:
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Top Five Race Wins for Dale Earnhardt Jr. That Would Make His Father ProudEven though I have enjoyed all of Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s wins I especially enjoy them when he honors his father in the process.Also published on:
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Top Five Reasons Miami Hurricanes' Recruiting Will Continue to FlourishDespite facing rebuilding and possible NCAA sanctions, the Miami Hurricanes continue to impress in the recruiting department and will likely continue to do so.Also published on:
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Will Uncertainty for Matt Kenseth in 2013 Help Dale Earnhardt Jr. In 2012? A Fan’s PerspectiveMatt Kenseth doesn’t know yet where he will drive in 2013 which could be a good thing or a bad thing for Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s title run in 2012.Also published on:
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Chad Ochocinco Keeping Miami Dolphins Fans and Media on Their Toes: A Fan’s PerspectiveChad Ochocinco is already proving that he has the ability to stir up controversy. Hopefully for the Dolphins, that controversy will be somewhat good.Also published on:
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Miami Hurricanes Get Travis Johnson Despite Strong Competition: Fan ReactionThree star recruit Travis Johnson commits to the Miami Hurricanes football organization despite some offers from other solid schools.Also published on:
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Miami Hurricanes Continue Recruiting Push and Land Alex Gall: Fan PerspectiveThe Miami Hurricanes’ strong recruiting effort has paid off once again with a verbal commit of Alex Gall.Also published on:
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First Person: Rates on Student Loans Close to Doubling but Would Still Be LowSpeaking as a person who did everything in my power to pay off my student loans I’m not sure that the rates on existing student loans going up is a bad thing.Also published on:
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Higher Dividend Stocks Pay Me While I WaitWhile the market and the economy continue to seesaw, I counter by looking to stocks with high dividends so I can be paid while I wait out the storm.
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Fan's View: Can the Miami Hurricanes Be the Dale Earnhardt Jr. of College Football?With years removed from being relevant to the game of college football, it would be nice if the Miami Hurricanes could be the Dale Earnhardt Jr. of their sport.Also published on:
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Top Five University of Miami Football Game Day TraditionsThe University of Miami football program is one that is steeped in tradition and five stand out from them all.Also published on:
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First Person: Falling Oil and Gas Prices Are My Own Personal Spending StimulusWith oil continuing its downward trend and gas prices starting to follow I am now eyeballing the situation as my own personal spending stimulus.Also published on:
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Fan's Take: Is a Top Recruit’s Decommit from the Miami Hurricanes a Bad Sign?The Miami Hurricanes just lost a four-star recruit, but is the worst yet to come in light of their pending NCAA sanctions?Also published on:
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. Finally Wins and All is Right with NASCAR: Fan PerspectiveWith his second win on Father’s Day, Dale Earnhardt Jr. sets the NASCAR world back to level.Also published on:
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Florida Voter-Purge Lawsuits Frustrate This VoterWith both the United States Department of Justice and the state of Florida filing lawsuits regarding voter purges I am growing increasingly frustrated.
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This Miami Hurricanes Fan Hopes the Team Is like USCThough the Miami Hurricanes face a tough time ahead, hopefully they will come out the other end as well as the USC Trojans have.Also published on:
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. Addresses Destiny to Win Again: Fan PerspectiveThough his winless streak is almost at four years running, Dale Earnhardt Jr. seems to have a destiny type reason to win each and every week.
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Will Chad Ochocinco Be an Asset or Liability for the Dolphins? Fan’s PerspectiveAfter being released by the New England Patriots, Chad Ochocinco returns to his roots and signs with the Miami Dolphins.
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Four Miami Hurricanes Football Players Who Can Be Leaders in 2012: A Fan’s OpinionAfter losing 30 players last season a young Miami Hurricanes team will still be able to look to four veterans for leadership in 2012.Also published on:
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More Pressure to Win: Dale Earnhardt Jr. or Jeff Gordon? Fan PerspectiveWith two Hendrick Motorsports teammates already finding victory lane in 2012 is it Dale Earnhardt Jr. or Jeff Gordon who is under the gun more to win next?
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Former Miami Hurricanes Player that Left Early Feeling Regret: Fan ReactionFor several Miami Hurricanes underclassmen the call of the NFL was too great to keep them in school, but even the best laid plans sometimes have a way of backfiring.Also published on:
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Ray Lewis Speaks Out About His Son Becoming a Miami Hurricane: Fan PerspectiveRay Lewis III will attend the University of Miami starting in 2013 following in his famous father’s football steps. This makes Ray Lewis one proud dad and the rest of us Canes fans happy as well.Also published on:
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Fantastic Four Theory for Kids Sees My Savings Increase by $1,400After putting together a savings strategy that my two boys could embrace I put the theory to work for myself and saved over $1,400 extra in just one year.
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Miami Hurricanes Football Head Coach Al Golden Should Fare Well Through Rebuilding: A Fan’s OpinionEven though the Miami Hurricanes face a virtual rebuilding process over the next few seasons, head coach Al Golden should fare just fine.Also published on:
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Statistics Don’t Lie and Show Dale Earnhardt Jr. Is a Top NASCAR Driver: Fan PerspectiveDespite the fact that many claim Dale Earnhardt Jr. to be nothing more than a driver who is racing on his last name, his statistics argue otherwise.
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This Miami Hurricanes Fan Is Happy Team Is Staying in ACCWhile many rumors had the Miami Hurricanes bailing out on the ACC, the latest from the athletic department says otherwise, which is just fine by me.Also published on:
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Hendrick Motorsports Finding Groove but Earnhardt Jr. Possibly Pressured: Fan PerspectiveWith Kasey Kahne winning the Coca-Cola 600 Hendrick Motorsports is seemingly hitting its stride. Does this mean more pressure for Dale Earnhardt Jr. to win?
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Departed Lamar Miller Forces Miami Hurricanes to Find Running Back Solutions: A Fan's PerspectiveWith Lamar Miller taking his talents to the NFL the Miami Hurricanes will likely look to both experience and new blood to fill the role at running back.Also published on:
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First Person: No Retirement For Me?According to some startling statistics, I will likely not reach retirement when I plan on it, if ever at all.
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Miami Dolphins Wide Receivers Have Chance to Go from No Names to Superstars: A Fan’s OpinionThe Miami Dolphins traded away their marquee wide receiver in the offseason leaving the team with plenty of receivers, but none with big names. This season, some of them will look to make their mark.
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Should Dale Earnhardt Jr. Bring JR Motorsports to NASCAR Cup Level? Fan PerspectiveWhile he already has two full-time cars driving in the NASCAR Nationwide Series, should Dale Earnhardt Jr. bring JR Motorsports up the NASCAR Sprint Cup level?
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University of Miami Football Fans Wanted -The U Wants You: A Fan’s TakeThe Miami Hurricanes play at Sun Life Stadium, which is home of the NFL’s Miami Dolphins, but with the turnout you might sometimes think it was an away game.
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Fan's Take: Will Miami Hurricanes Switch Sides in ACC if FSU Goes?With more and more coming out about the Florida State Seminoles possibly leaving the ACC for the Big 12, will that mean a Hurricanes move to the other side of the division?
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First Person: Rising Homeowners Insurance Rates Have Us Questioning Our Desire to Own a HomeWith almost every insurance company that still offers homeowners insurance raising rates almost every year, home ownership is looking less and less appealing to me.
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Will Lamar Miller Push Reggie Bush in His Final Contract Year? Fan PerspectiveReggie Bush is in his last year of his contract for the Miami Dolphins. As he isn’t getting any younger, I think rookie Lamar Miller might just push Bush in his contract year.
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Which Hendrick Motorsports Driver Will Win Next in NASCAR? Fan PerspectiveAs a fan of Dale Earnhardt Jr. and all the drivers on the Hendrick team, I can’t wait to see which driver gets the next win now that Jimmie Johnson paved the way.
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Will the Miami Hurricanes Follow FSU If They Jump to the Big 12? Fan ReactionRumors are abounding in the ACC and this time the rumors have the Miami Hurricanes possibly following the Florida State Seminoles to the Big 12.
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This Miami Hurricanes Fan Really Wants a Win Against Notre Dame in 2012A classic rivalry is back in 2012 when the Miami Hurricanes football program takes on the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, a game I really want to see the Hurricanes win.
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First Person: The 'Snowflake Method' Is Accelerating Our Debt Payoff By $1,000 Per YearUsing a method I used to pay down debt in the past called micropayments, or the snowflake method, we will pay down the balance on our new vehicle by an average of $1,000 per year.
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First Person: Debt Ceiling Debate 2.0 Will Likely Hurt My Finances FurtherWith the debt ceiling dangerously close to being reached yet again, another debate looms and threatens my finances.Also published on:
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First Person: Cheaper Gas Is Great, But We Need More HelpEven though gas prices are down relief may not come to consumers according to some finance experts.
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More Pressure in NASCAR: Dale Earnhardt Jr. Or Danica Patrick?While Dale Earnhardt Jr. has carried the banner of pressure for some time now in NASCAR, there is a new contender for the title in Danica Patrick.
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Three Surprising Savings Totaling $1,500 All for Getting in ShapeWhile I try to always stay in shape, I’ve really taken it serious as of late which has led to some surprising savings.
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This Miami Dolphins Fan Wants to See the Team Beat Tim Tebow Twice in 2012The Miami Dolphins face-off against Tim Tebow and the New York Jets twice in 2012 which are two games I want to see the Fins win big.
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New University of Miami Agent Policy Might Be Too Strict: A Fan’s OpinionThe Miami Hurricanes are trying to learn from their mistakes, but the school may have just instituted polices that are too strict in an effort to protect players.
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. Saved NASCAR for This FanGrowing up as a Dale Earnhardt fan I was devastated when he died at Daytona in 2001. Fortunately, his son was there to provide me with a reason to keep watching.
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Five Wins This Miami Hurricanes Fan Wants to See in 2012Though I would love to see the Hurricanes go 12-0 in 2012, there are five wins in particular I really want to see.
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With 200-win Milestone Reached for Hendrick, Dale Earnhardt Jr. Can Focus Freely: Fan PerspectiveEven though Dale Earnhardt Jr. likely wanted to give Rick Hendrick his 200th win, having Jimmie Johnson deliver it should allow Earnhardt Jr. to now focus freely.
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Has the Miami-Florida State Football Game Lost Some Luster? A Fan’s OpinionWith the Miami Hurricanes and the Florida State Seminoles mere shells of the teams they used to be, is their time-honored rivalry losing some of its thunder?
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First Person: Wholesale Prices Down but Inflation Still RisingThanks to oil and gas dropping as of late wholesale prices in the United States are down, but inflation continues to rise which is still hurting me financially.
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Why This Dale Earnhardt Jr. Fan Wants More Nationwide RunsEven though Dale Earnhardt Jr. is and always will be a NASCAR Sprint Cup driver, I would still like to see him run more NASCAR Nationwide races.
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Miami Hurricanes Football Players Are like Their Mascot, the Ibis: A Fan's PerspectiveThe Miami Hurricanes face a whirlwind of NCAA violations which makes their current players much like the team mascot, the Ibis.
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Miami Dolphins’ Ryan Tannehill Will Hopefully Be like Tim Tebow: A Fan’s PerspectiveThe Miami Dolphins have put a lot of stock in their first round draft pick, Ryan Tannehill. While he has doubters, I am hopeful he will have a story similar to that of Tim Tebow.
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Is a Championship More Important Than a Win for Dale Earnhardt Jr.? Fan PerspectiveEven though the winless streak presses on, Dale Earnhardt Jr. is seemly focused on winning a title regardless of winning or not winning a race.
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Jim Kelly Was the Best Miami Hurricanes Quarterback in the NFL: A Fan’s OpinionNFL Hall of Fame quarterback Jim Kelly was one of the best to play the game as a professional and in my opinion is the most accomplished former Miami Hurricane to turn pro as well.
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Top Five Reasons to Watch Miami Hurricanes Football in 2012With the 2012 season just around the corner, all Miami Hurricanes fans should be chomping at the bit to see them play.
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Pitt and Syracuse Joining ACC in 2013 Great for Hurricanes Football: A Fan's OpinionThe planned expansion of the ACC to include Pitt and Syracuse is likely to happen in 2013. This is a great thing for the Miami Hurricanes.
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Why This Miami Dolphins Fan Can’t Wait for “Miller Time” in 2012After drafting Lamar Miller in the fourth round of the 2012 NFL Draft, the Miami Dolphins put a smile on my face that went ear to ear.
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Five Reasons Dale Earnhardt Jr. Probably Doesn’t Care About Critics: Fan's ViewWhile he has many critics, chances are Dale Earnhardt Jr. couldn’t care less about any of them.
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NFL Ban of Former Miami Hurricane Jonathan Vilma Creating Mixed Emotions: Fan ReactionJonathan Vilma just received a one year NFL ban for his alleged role in paying money for hard hits. This isn’t Vilma’s first role with controversy which leaves me with mixed emotions about the whole thing.
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2012 Miami Dolphins Draft Picks: Fan ReactionThe 2012 NFL Draft has come and gone and the Miami Dolphins fared quite well
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First Person: PepsiCo Price Hikes a Sign of the TimesAs many food and beverage companies are doing now and will continue to do, PepsiCo has raised its prices across the board to combat higher food costs.
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Why This Miami Dolphins Fan is Happy Tim Tebow is Not on the TeamEven though some contend that Tim Tebow is a great talent I think he would have hurt the Miami Dolphins had he gone there to play.
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Miami Hurricanes Begin “Golden” Rebuilding with New Troops Coming: Fan PerspectiveAfter losing 30 players in the offseason to the draft and graduation, the Miami Hurricanes look to reload with their latest recruiting class.
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2012 Miami Dolphins Draft Needs: Fan PerspectiveThe Miami Dolphins enter the 2012 NFL draft with many holes to fill, but I feel they should take a specific approach to get the most with their picks.
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Rebuilding Might Not Be so Bad for the Miami Hurricanes: A Fan’s PerspectiveWith turmoil surrounding the team the Miami Hurricanes are looking to once again rebuild, which might not be such a bad thing.
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First Person: A Small Business Tax Cut Would Help Me OutA small business tax cut bill that has been passed by the House of Representatives would be helpful to my small business, but likely won’t go far.
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. Must Feel He is the Best Driver: Fan OpinionDale Earnhardt Jr. now says he thinks he is the best driver at Hendrick Motorsports. While that may be a tall order, he needs to maintain this line of thinking in order to succeed.
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Five Games This Miami Dolphins Fan Wants the Team to Win in 2012Even though I’d love to see the Miami Dolphins win every game in 2012, if they can just win five in particular I’ll be elated.
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First Person: Is the American Dream Over?With housing low and mortgage rates low there are still more people that are deciding to rent, leading some experts to say it is the end of the American Dream.
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. Influential to Drivers as Well as Fans: A Fan’s PerspectiveWhat started out as a way to keep some friends employed has turned into a partnership with Rick Hendrick and has led Dale Jr. to influence drivers as well as fans.
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Miami Hurricanes Looking to Add Even More Talent to the NFL: Fan ReactionWith the draft right around the corner the University of Miami looks to add a new crop of talent to the NFL, which is agreed upon by one of the best in the biz, Todd McShay.
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Top Five Miami Dolphins’ Quarterback Busts Since Dan Marino RetiredSince Dan Marino retired in 1999 the Miami Dolphins have had little luck at the quarterback position, but five players stand out as bigger disappointments than the rest.
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First Person: I Paid Off $11,000 Worth of Student Loan Debt in One YearAfter years of paying off student loans by simply chipping away at them with payments, I finally got serious, made some sacrifices and paid them off in one year’s time.
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First Person: Inflation Is Hitting My Small Business HardEven though inflation is said to be mild, it’s the numbers that aren’t counted that are hurting my small business.
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Do the Miami Hurricanes Have a Quarterback Controversy Brewing? Fan ReactionA recent story suggests that the University of Miami Hurricanes football program will have some competition for starting quarterback between Ryan Williams and Stephen Morris.
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. Should Never Race the Number 3 Car in the Sprint Cup Series: A Fan’s ViewEven though I would love to see an Earnhardt dominating with the 3 car again, there are reasons that I think Dale Earnhardt Jr. should never race that car number in the Sprint Cup Series.
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Ken Dorsey was the Miami Hurricanes’ Best Quarterback Ever: A Fan's OpinionFor a football program once dubbed “Quarterback U,” Ken Dorsey tops the list for the Miami Hurricanes.
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2012 Miami Dolphins Schedule Features Tim Tebow and Vengeance Opportunities: Fan ReactionThe Miami Dolphins 2012 schedule is out and features teams that will have starting quarterbacks as well as one team’s head coach who all shunned the Florida team. Plus Tim Tebow twice.
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Top Five Places to Buy Miami Hurricanes Football Tickets for the 2012 SeasonWith the start of the 2012 season just around the corner, there are five places that I will go to purchase my tickets for home games of the Hurricanes.
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Why I Didn’t Use My Credit Card to Pay My TaxesEven though I budget for my taxes I still owed more this year than I saved and while I thought about putting that balance on my credit card, I decided that was not in my best financial interest.