Tyler Foster
I am a 30 year old husband and father of two working in software development for money, but writing for fulfillment.
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How to Unclog an Air Conditioner Drain LineWhen a suspicious drip formed above our back door I knew it was again time to channel my "Tim the Toolman" skills and get to the bottom of it.
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Counteroffers: Boosting Your Salary May Be CostlyUpon submitting a resignation letter, one should take steps to be prepared for a counteroffer. While certainly not a guarantee, some employers match offers from competing companies to retain their current talent.
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Yael Naim Becomes Overnight Sensation Thanks to Apple MacBook Air CommercialEnter Yaël Naïm, born in France and raised in Tel Aviv, Israel. A former member of the Israeli Defense Forces, Naïm has lived a life of obscurity right up until Apple decided to use a clip from her song, "New Soul," to pitch their new MacBook Air product.
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How to Report a Lost or Stolen Credit CardDiscovering you have lost your credit card creates a flood of panic even in the calmest of personalities. Here are a few things to remember as you retrace your steps through the mall:
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How to Sell an Upsidedown CarAutomobiles represent one of the largest expenditures in our household budgets, second only to housing. The costs of driving a car don't stop with the monthly payments, but include insurance premiums, gasoline, tires, general maintenance and costly repairs.
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Bulk Packaging Doesn't Always Guarantee Cheaper PricesSince we were kids we've been taught that bigger packages are a better value. The popularity of wholesale clubs such as Sams Club and Costco has helped to further this concept.
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Tax Rebate Checks Not Worth the CostAfter learning more about the stimulus package, and the state of the U.S. economy I am more convinced than ever that the tax rebate checks will be a monumental failure.
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Tips for Surviving a RecessionTalking heads spend hours and hours telling us what impact the recession will have on the global economy, but the average citizen in mainstream America just wants to know the impact on his personal economy.
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Unique Tips for Selling Your Items on eBayEBay continues to be the number one auction site for those buying and selling their treasures online. Many books have been written on the subject of improving sales on eBay, but there are several lesser-known tactics that can drive your eBay sales higher.
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FICO Gets a FaceliftIt looks like Fair Isaac is reacting to this recent lending debacle by improving on its formula for creating the almighty FICO score.
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Living Frugally in an "Unfrugal" WorldLiving frugally is not as popular as it once was, thanks in large part to television's portrayal of frugal persons as cheap.
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BCS College Football Playoff System in High DemandAfter yet another controversial end to the college football season fans are lobbying college football powers for a playoff scenario to determine next year's national champion.
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Closing Paid Off Credit Cards AccountsPros and cons of closing paid in full credit card accounts. -
Five Ways to Recycle SawdustBesides being a nuisance in the eyes and mouth, sawdust has several little-known, but highly effective, uses around the house. From weed killing to cleaning up spills, sawdust is a handyman's most useful leftover.
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New Years Resolutions for Your Personal FinancesIt is almost time to replace our calendars and that can only mean one thing - time to make some New Years resolutions. Instead of setting the usual goals for weight loss, dedicate some time to thinking about your personal finances. -
Christmas Club Account Key to (Next Year's) Holiday BudgetIf your holiday finances look anything like mine there are two things that became particularly worrisome right about the time the wrapping paper was being ripped to reveal this year's Christmas gifts.
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Reviewing Top "Get Paid To" Sites: CashCrate and InboxDollarsAdvertisers now have a direct path for promoting their products and services in front of millions of consumers at a very low cost with survey sites such as CashCrate.
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Our Hannah Montana Concert ExperienceWe were one of the few lucky individuals who scored tickets to see Hannah Montana a couple weeks ago. I'll share a few tips for getting tickets and also include some ideas that worked well for us getting to the concert and getting home safely. -
One Year After Shoulder Surgery to Repair Torn Rotator CuffAbout two years ago I started experiencing pain in my right shoulder during weight lifting. I did not remember a specific injury; it was more of an ongoing discomfort that eventually got worse over time.
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New Technology to Deliver Coupons Directly to Cell Phone UsersCellFire.com is a new service that allows subscribers to receive coupons directly on their cell phone. Proving to be more efficient than your mother's coupon envelope, CellFire coupons may be scanned directly at the grocery store checkout.
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The Death of Personal Financial Responsibility in AmericaIt is becoming increasingly difficult to view an entire financial news segment without some mention of the nation's current housing crisis. -
Backup Strategies for Your Home ComputerWhen the world of computing was still new to me I kept just about everything I worked on in the default "My Documents" folder and slept pretty well at night. That was up until the time my hard drive crashed -
Why Are College Students More Liberal?I took the road less traveled when it came to school. Half way through my college matriculation a death in the family, a change of heart towards my major, and the introduction to a wonderful girl led to my returning home. -
Paper or Plastic: Why Everyone Should Choose Cash Over Credit CardsVisa has recently produced commercials touting the use of plastic over the use of cash in retail locations. The premise of the commercial is that everything is running smooth until some Neanderthal hands the cashier cash -
Roth IRA Contributions Become Tax Free Retirement MoneyWhen we are young it is hard to look more than two or three years down the road in terms of life planning. In fact, the old "where do you want to be in five years" interview questions stumps most under thirty-five (and many even older). -
Life Insurance is Key Component to Solid Financial PlanOne of the most important aspects to any solid financial plan is to have adequate life insurance in place to cover the gap between what you have saved and what your dependents will need in the event of your death. -
The Steady Decline of Cable Television ProgrammingOver the last decade there has been an obvious decline in quality television programming. While a moral indictment of Hollywood would be easy to conjure up, this is really more of a nostalgic view of the way things used to look on cable. -
Milk Prices on the Rise - Those Evil CowsWith the recent news that milk prices could rise to $5.00 per gallon by the end of summer, many people feeling inflationary pressures on their wallets have said enough is enough. Since government is now responsible for solving society's ills -
Paul Potts Becomes Overnight Singing SensationI am not much for reality shows, particularly ones like American Idol. However, every now and then someone comes out of no where to inspire people from all walks of life. Overnight sensation Paul Potts recently appeared on Britain's Got Talent -
A Man's Guide to Flower Delivery at the OfficeThe following guide will save you many headaches, and potential embarrassments, when selecting flowers for a coworker. Most men probably think roses are always a safe bet, but depending on the situation roses may not be well-received. -
How to Boost Page Views Using Guerrilla Marketing TacticsIf you are like most content producers here at Associated Content you very much enjoy writing, and do not particularly enjoy marketing. It seems most people are either wired for producing, or wired for selling, and very few are wired for both -
Man in Wheelchair Snagged by Semitrailer and Dragged 4 Miles, UnharmedA Paw Paw, Michigan man recently went for the ride of his life - actually it almost cost him his life. 21-year-old Benjamin Carpenter was attempting to cross a highway when his wheelchair was snagged by a passing semitrailer. -
The Mortgage Interest Tax Deduction: Spending $10 to Save $3Mortgage companies have long touted their product as the only way to own a home. Potential buyers run mortgage calculators until their fingers are numb trying to figure out the absolute maximum they can spend without being "house poor." -
Home Security Lessons to Ignore to Make Your Home Inviting to BurglarsWarning: The following suggestions will not keep you safe. They will make your home an obvious target for thieves trolling your neighborhood in search of an easy score. -
Loosen Up! How Not to Be a Financial Tightwad And Still Stay In Your RelationshipThere comes a time in every man's financial life where he has to make tough choices. You can either follow the financial planning advice of Dave Ramsey and other pundits to the letter, or you can have a happy marriage. -
Pelican Beach is Top Destin, Florida Family ResortIt's summer vacation time again and that means one thing - time to head south for the pristine beaches of Destin, Florida. Located on the Gulf of Mexico along the Emerald Cost, Destin is known for its white sandy beaches and family-friendly entertainment. -
Top Summer Destinations Along the Blue Ridge ParkwayWe live in such a hurried society that every now and then it is refreshing just to slow down and enjoy the journey. Few places in our country offer such a refreshing atmosphere for your family's summer destination as the Blue Ridge Parkway. -
Product Comparison: Mozilla Firefox 2.0 Versus Internet Explorer 7.0The browser wars have really heated up over the last few years. Microsoft's Internet Explorer has been in the lead for much of this time, but a new product emerged in 2004 that has been quickly gaining market share due to its great reputation from users
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The 0% Credit Card Balance Transfer GameThe competition amongst credit card issuers is cut throat. So much so that many issuers are offering 0% balance transfer offers to new and existing customers in an effort to increase their outstanding balances on the books.
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Mother of Autistic Child Arrested for Failure to Comply with School BoardThe case of Betsy Loiacono versus the Houston County Georgia School Board has been going on for over a year now, but the stakes just recently got higher for Loiacono after she was arrested on May 18th by the Houston County Sheriff's Office
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Three Life Lessons Learned from CBS Series "The Unit"Rarely does a television series reveal much useful information that could be applied in every day life. However, the CBS hit series, The Unit, does provide for an entertaining look inside elite Delta Force missions -
The One Million Dollar Car PaymentAmericans have a real love affair with their automobiles. Next to our homes, cars represent our biggest budget category and are probably the largest depreciating assets we will own in a lifetime. Car dealerships have successfully promoted -
Georgia's Hope Scholarship Bad for EducationGeorgia's HOPE scholarship began in 1993 with funding provided by Georgia's participation in a state-sponsored lottery. For many years, South Georgia residents sent hundreds of thousands of dollars across the state line to Florida to participate in their state lottery. -
MTV's Real World Denver: Low Morals and Low ExpectationsMTV's 18th season of their hit reality show, Real World: Denver, played out more like a pornographic reality show than for what they show was originally designed. -
Kick Boredom Out of the House with a Summer Fun BoxWith summer vacation just around the corner, parents around the country are cringing at the thought of hearing the two most dreaded words in summer time parenting - "I'm bored!" This year my wife and I have a secret weapon, a summer fun box. -
A Proper Burial is Mountain Man's Final WishWe hear a lot in the news about bad things teenagers are doing these days. Rarely do we hear anything about the good. This is a great story about a group of great teenagers helping to honor a dying man's final wishes. Too many kids today are wrapped up in themselves -
Why Are Children's Earaches Worse at Night?An answer to the question, "Why are kids earaches worse at night?" Offers a look at biological and anatomical explanations, as well as home remedies to alleviate painful symptoms of ear infections. -
Sweet and Sassy Salon for Kids in Warner Robins, GAWhen my daughter's birthday rolled around there was really no question where we would be having her party. For months since a Sweet and Sassy Salon for Kids franchise had opened in Warner Robins, GA
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How I Used the Heimlich Maneuver to Save a LifeWe have all been prepared for emergencies at some point in our lives, but most of us don't expect to ever have to use any of this preparation in a real-life emergency. When I was in high school I took a course that taught basic life-savings skills such as CPR
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Young Chefs Academy in Warner Robins, GA Cooks it Up with KidsBusinesses catering to the interests of children have become a boon for many franchisees and local owners alike. Young Chefs Academy is no exception. Located in Warner Robins, GA Young Chefs Academy teaches culinary arts to kid
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Rev. Jerry Falwell Found Unconscious, Dies at 73Former Moral Majority leader and Liberty University president Rev. Jerry Falwell, 73, was found unconscious in his office at Liberty University Tuesday after missing a school meeting. -
The Ins and Outs of Wisdom Teeth RemovalI had all four wisdom teeth removed two years ago and thought I would post about my experience so those considering the procedure would know what to expect. It is not the most pleasant procedure in terms of recovery
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Quail Run Elementary School in Warner Robins, GAQuail Run Elementary school in Warner Robins, GA is the ideal school when it comes to class size, test scores and a safe, clean environment.
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Okefenokee Swamp Fire Felt In Middle GeorgiaMiddle Georgia residents woke up Saturday morning to the strong scent of a wood-burning fire. Most of the area is blanketed by a thick smoke generated by the large wildfires burning in South Georgia and the northern parts of Florida. -
Those Rowdy Boston FansIt must have been some scene at Symphony Hall during the Boston Pops opening night when two guys broke out in a fistfight.
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Ricky Williams Back to Smoking MarijuanaRicky Williams is back to his old ways and has failed yet another drug test. It is now being reported that last month he tested positive for marijuana use and his NFL return is now officially in jeopardy.
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Oxygen Fitness Center is Top Health Club in Warner Robins, GANot long after relocating to Warner Robins, GA a few years ago I began trying out several local gyms to decide where to become a member. After checking out the bigger named clubs, such as Gold's Gym, I finally settled on a smaller establishment
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Used Car for Sale: How to Sell Your Car for Maximum ProfitI've had the unpleasant opportunity over the last few years of selling a used vehicle or two. Out of that experience I have learned a couple tips that might make your car selling experience a little easier.
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Simple Methods to Create a Household BudgetFew things in life are as painful as creating a budget. However, a household budget is important because it serves as a written contract between you and your money.
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Product Review: the Grocery GameLike most men I find shopping to be more of a chore than a hobby. My wife would disagree. Until just recently she did the majority of the grocery shopping while I just picked up a few of the necessities during the week.
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Kids and Money: A Four-Quarter Budgeting LessonDuring a recent shopping trip my daughter asked for a $25.00 game that was not in the budget. I explained that we couldn't afford it this time, but that she could save her money and buy it in the future. Of course, this went over like a lead balloon.
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8 Energy Saving Tips for the 8 Hottest Weeks of the YearSummer must be fast approaching. Yesterday, the thermometer hit 94 degrees! The only thing worse than the sweltering heat is that bulging electricity bill. We've all read the standard ideas for conserving power (turning out the lights, etc.),
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Desperate Housewives Tries to Give Monogamy a Bad NameIt seems a growing trend in Hollywood is to cater to an underserved primetime market, housewives. This demographic is well represented in daytime viewership of mindless soap operas and daytime talks shows,
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How to Create a Family Survival KitIn the wake of Hurricane Katrina family survival kits are a popular recommendation by most emergency management officials. However, deciding exactly what to put in these kits is a daunting task.
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The Importance of an Emergency Savings FundIt has been said that there is no softer pillow than money in the bank. If you don't have any money in the bank then you probably can appreciate this statement. Many lie awake during sleepless nights wondering if their bank balance will stay positive until that next payday.
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Product Comparison - Netflix Versus Blockbuster Online Movie Rental ServiceThe world of online DVD rental service was dominated for a long time by Netflix. The California-based company capitalized on first-mover advantage and rapidly grabbed market share before competitors could even start an operation.
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How to Pay Off Credit Card DebtCredit cards have become one of the most widely accepted forms of payment in our culture. Unfortunately, too many people rack up thousands of dollars in debt by charging more than they can afford to pay off each month.
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Monkey Joe's in Warner Robins, GA Makes Play Time Safe and FunLong since fast food establishments added play areas to their restaurants kids have begged parents for a trip to the local McDonalds. As parents, we can't complain.
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How to Program a Sprinkler Systems for Maximum EfficiencyWith the weather warming up many of us turn our attention to our lawns. For those with in ground sprinkler systems it is important to review your watering schedule to make sure you are getting the most out of your watering sessions.
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Too Many Dependent on GovernmentOregon governor Ted Kulongoski recently went on a little shopping spree (emphasis on "little"). The governor took along the average amount citizens of his state living on food stamps are allowed per week - just $21.
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Paris Hilton Life Getting Much SimplerParis Hilton, heiress to the Hilton hotel empire is back in the news for all the wrong reasons. This spoiled trust-fund baby is scheduled to report to jail on June 5, 2007 for continuing to drive on a suspended license.
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Is Mike Vick's Property Home to Dog Fighting?Atlanta Falcon quarterback Mike Vick has had his share of problems, but his latest involvement with questionable activities could land him in some real trouble. Police found a large number of dogs during a recent drug raid on a property owned by Vick.
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Rotator Cuff Surgery Survival Guide: Operating RoomThe day before surgery I went through the pre-op routine of blood work and a short EKG monitoring. I also met with the physical therapist to be fitted for an immobilizing sling that I would wake up wearing after surgery and not take off for six weeks to follow.
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Rotator Cuff Surgery Survival Guide: Leading Up to SurgeryWhen preparing for a recent rotator cuff surgery I was unable to find many first-hand accounts available online about the experience. There were plenty of posts regarding the procedure itself filled with a lot of medical jargon
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Dads, You Cannot "Babysit" Your Own ChildrenMost males are biologically equipped to father children. However, being biologically equipped to reproduce and being equipped to be a great dad are two different things.
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New Spineless Creature Discovered in HollywoodMost of us had already accepted Alec Baldwin was operating without a brain, but most of us were surprised to find out he manages to survive without a spine as well.
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The Worst Crime You've Never Heard OfOn the evening of January 6, 2007 two young lives were taken in one of the most horrific crimes this country has ever witnessed. The details of the crime scene, and the events that took place within, are far worse than anything Steven King could dream up.
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A New Precedent for Would Be Shooting VictimsIn the weeks and months following a horrific crime like the one committed on the campus of Virginia Tech many are left trying to answer unsolvable questions. What drove Seung-Hui Cho to commit such a monstrous act?