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		<title>Budget Minded 4 Star Valentine&#8217;s Dinner</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today we bring you an easy to prepare and very inexpensive 4 Star dinner idea for a wonderful Valentine&#8217;s Dinner; Chicken Cordon Bleu with a touch of love. Here is what to buy at the supermarket: 2 skinless 1/4 lb chicken breasts ($1.50) 4 thin slices Black Forest ham ($2) 2 slices of your choice [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Today we bring you an easy to prepare and very inexpensive 4 Star dinner idea for a wonderful Valentine&#8217;s Dinner; Chicken Cordon Bleu with a touch of love.  Here is what to buy at the supermarket:<br />
2 skinless 1/4 lb chicken breasts ($1.50)<br />
4 thin slices Black Forest ham ($2)<br />
2 slices of your choice of preferred cheese ($1)<br />
(Gouda, Havarti, Swiss, Provolone all good options)<br />
1 Can Panko bread crumbs ($3)<br />
1 Egg ($0.25)<br />
1 Flavored pasta packet ($1)<br />
Lettuce, cucumber and tomato salad (less than $4)<br />
1 Bottle of wine ($9 or less)<br />
4 Piece chocolate sampler in heart shaped box ($2)<br />
1 Flower like red rose or carnation ($1)</p>
<p>Easy Cooking Instructions<br />
Rinse the chicken thoroughly. Pound the chicken flat to about quarter-inch thickness, by using a mallet, rolling pin or the handle of a knife (protect your hand from the sharp end of the knife by wrapping it in a clean dishtowel). Layer one piece of ham then a slice of cheese, then the second piece of ham on each breast. Roll each breast lengthwise and secure with toothpick. Dip each rolled chicken into the egg and then coat in bread crumbs.  Place the chicken in a shallow glass baking dish which you have sprayed with vegetable oil or spray butter to prevent any sticking. Bake the chicken at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes. In a separate pot, prepare the pasta packet. Plate chicken and pasta side dish. The chopped salad is easy enough to round out a balanced meal.</p>
<p>Create A Four Star Atmosphere<br />
Here&#8217;s how to set the mood for a romantic dinner. Burn a couple of candles at the dinner table. Place a single red rose or carnation in water on the dinner table. Turn on some relaxing music and pour the wine.</p>
<p>Create Your Own Valentine&#8217;s Card<br />
Before you prepare dinner, take time to create a handmade card. For example, use a single piece of red or pink construction paper folded in half. Write a personal note (or if you are feeling extra creative, why not write a poem) and place the card at your Valentine&#8217;s dinner place setting.</p>
<p>Don&#8217;t Forget Dessert!<br />
Keep the chocolate sampler close by as another surprise when it is time for dessert.  Within 30 minutes of starting your preparations in the kitchen, you can serve a classy dinner, including dessert for about $25 or less. Mangia!</p>
<p>Nathan Randall, editor, DailyDollar Newsletter provides free daily advice on money matters plus coupons and discount codes.  FYI&#8230;you can now access the DailyDollar Newsletter via <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-dollar-newsletter/id427807969">iTunes podcast</a>, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/TheDailyDollar">YouTube video</a>, and on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/DailyDollarNewsletter">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/#!/DailyDollar">Twitter</a> too.</p>
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		<title>For The Hunter Gatherer In Any Family</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[What is it about men and barbeques? Some innate, caveman instinct crawls out from the deepest core of man&#8217;s inner being at the slightest suggestion of outdoor cooking. The invention of fire put man in control, his hunter-gatherer urge finding a new direction. It dictated where he could camp, affording shelter and warmth against the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What is it about men and barbeques? Some innate, caveman instinct crawls out from the deepest core of man&#8217;s inner being at the slightest suggestion of outdoor cooking. The invention of fire put man in control, his hunter-gatherer urge finding a new direction. It dictated where he could camp, affording shelter and warmth against the elements; it could protect him and his family from the wild animals that once roamed freely, albeit in greater abundance, on this planet; and it provided a meeting place where comfort and safety were made available to his fellow men. This was the beginning of early society, where people would gather around the campfire to cook the hunter&#8217;s catch and listen to the horror stories that described what he encountered in securing that death defying catch.</p>
<p>Not much has changed though. In modern society and with the introduction of the butcher and the supermarket, the great and fearful challenge for man to hunt down his food has been replaced. Even the convenience of the modern oven does nothing to incite the blood of primal man to boil. But set the barbeque alight, watch the smoky burning charcoal waft towards his nose and observe the almost immediate, primitive chain reaction. While much of our behaviour is hard wired internally, deep within our psyche, the basic objectives of all human beings is to ensure survival and procreation while at the same time providing satisfaction and pleasure. The act of eating creates the platform or starting point from where all these instincts are launched.</p>
<p>The sad downside to all of this is modern reality. While the man is content in the belief that he is providing and feeding his family, it is generally the woman who does all the hard graft &#8211; the shopping, the carrying, the preparing and the cleaning. A friend of mine recently sent me a great quote:  &#8216;A husband is someone who after taking the rubbish out gives the impression that he just cleaned the whole house&#8217;. I love it!</p>
<p>There is a certain sense of glee in a man&#8217;s face when he is standing at the barbeque, tongs in one hand, bottle of beer in the other. The smug sense of pride and accomplishment in his performance, as if it was the only meal cooked that year and the only one that mattered, will bring a smile to even the most hard nosed, humourless of beings, his selective memory conveniently forgetting the other 20 meals in the week that have to be prepared. But give him a pound of sausages, a plateful of steaks, chicken drumsticks, and a skewer or two and he&#8217;s off to his own planet. It&#8217;s the only thing in the world that will drag him away from his beloved footie!</p>
<p>It&#8217;s also the only thing that will get him enthusiastic about shopping. The range of barbeques out there is pretty staggering but after much research the resounding reccommendations all point back to one make &#8211; Weber Barbeques. I found a great range to choose from online but don&#8217;t be overwhelmed at the variety, choice, or even size of these cookers. Be sure you know what your requirements are: gas or charcoal? How many do you intend to cook for, when and where? What is your budget? Answer these questions and you&#8217;ll find Weber Barbeques have just what you&#8217;re looking for.</p>
<p>Altons offer a comprehensive range of <a href="http://www.alton-gardencentre.co.uk/Weber_BBQs.php">Weber barbecues</a> and weber bbq accessories. Check them out their selections online today.</p>
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		<title>How I Paid Only $2 For A $25 Restaurant Gift Certificate</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>dailydollarnewsletter</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[How would you like to hear about a useful deal that you can consider in preparation for making Valentine&#8217;s Day extra special? This is no joke, but I acted fast to get the deal. You really can get a $25 restaurant gift certificate for only $2. First, I searched for a company with a web [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>How would you like to hear about a useful deal that you can consider in preparation for making Valentine&#8217;s Day extra special?<br />
This is no joke, but I acted fast to get the deal.  You really can get a $25 restaurant gift certificate for only $2.   First, I searched for a company with a web site called &#8220;restaurant&#8221;.  Yes, it is true,  I just bought one coupon myself at one of my favorite local Italian restaurants.  I just looked for one of my favorite restaurants in the  neighborhood, Luna Rossa.</p>
<p>Yup, I found it and then I entered the promotional code which is the word DATE at the checkout screen and then I hit &#8220;Apply&#8221;.<br />
This truly amazing offer is good  through Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at 11:59PM PST and I was lucky enough to find it.</p>
<p>Everyday Restaurant Gift Card Deals<br />
After January 31, the deals don&#8217;t stop at this website though.  I discovered while doing my research that on a daily basis you can find $25 restaurant gift certificates offered at a purchase price of only $10!</p>
<p>A national directory of more than 18,000 restaurants allows you  to search by state, city, neighborhood, zip code and cuisine type to find the perfect restaurant and gift certificates for savings.<br />
This deal will help make your Valentine&#8217;s Day a little more affordable.</p>
<p>How To Buy Discounted Restaurant Gift Cards<br />
If you can&#8217;t find a suitable restaurant in your area that participates in the program I have researched and shared with you, you still have options by learning how to save money when dining out.  You can decide, just as I did, to purchase discounted gift cards at Plastic Jungle and other discount card dealer sites like Gift Card Granny.   There are hundreds of retailers who are represented and very interested in earning your business.  Who knows, a one time dining experience can often turn into a dining destination on a regular basis.  That is what the restaurants are hoping for; to give you a great dining experience at a great introductory price point and create a loyal new dining customer.</p>
<p>For example, I went to Plastic Jungle on my computer today and found a Bonefish Grill gift card for 11% discount off the face value. Also, there was a gift card for Flemings for 12% discount off the face value.  That essentially amounts to paying $44 for a $50 gift card.</p>
<p>These are real savings that add up fast, especially when you are planning to take that someone special out to a nice Valentine&#8217;s Day dinner.  So keep these personal finance tips in mind as you pull your plans together for that special occasion coming up quickly.</p>
<p>Nathan Randall, editor, DailyDollar Newsletter provides free daily advice on money matters plus coupons and discount codes.  FYI&#8230;you can now access the DailyDollar Newsletter via <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-dollar-newsletter/id427807969">iTunes podcast</a>, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/TheDailyDollar">YouTube video</a>, and on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/DailyDollarNewsletter">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/#!/DailyDollar">Twitter</a> too.</p>
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		<title>How To Prevent Yourself From Being Exploited By A Office Cleaning Firm</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>kierancassidy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are numerous fly by night office carpet cleaning firms looking to make a quick buck. These so called professionals can cause a great deal of damage to any premises along with their carpeting. If they do not have access to the experience, equipment or knowledge necessary to tend to your carpets or flooring. Then [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are numerous fly by night office carpet cleaning firms looking to make a quick buck. These so called professionals can cause a great deal of damage to any premises along with their carpeting. If they do not have access to the experience, equipment or knowledge necessary to tend to your carpets or flooring. Then there is a great chance you will simply be throwing your hard earned cash down the drain. To assist you in finding a very good office cleaning Essex firm below, are some useful ideas to ensure your investment pays dividends.</p>
<p>Because there are a great number of cowboys lying in wait, to take your money off you. These are the carpet cleaning firms who do not have the very best equipment and the cleaning solutions. They simply make use of, off the shelf products that are not really well suited for cleaning carpets and rugs. Good quality tested gear and products will clean your carpets thoroughly.  Therefore will leaving a far superior finish. Compared to anything you can buy from the high street. These types of non professionals can also be seeking to access your property. Enabling them to grab your possessions, so always double check whenever possible that they are a specialist commercial office cleaning company.</p>
<p>4 tips you ought to consider before employing a office cleaning company</p>
<p>Visit their website. Do not just use the carpet cleaning firm who simply submit a quick and cheaply produced leaflets through your door, or even knock on your door offering their service. Use a professional firm who have a fully operating professional website. You can check their website to find their contact information and possibly request a free quote for you before you decide to hire them.</p>
<p>Ask about the services they provide. A expert commercial cleaning Essex firms would have numerous different services to offer you. This could range from full carpet cleans to upholstery cleaning, rug cleaning and spot cleaning for all nightmare stains that wont shift.</p>
<p>Enquire about their employees. Some carpet cleaning firms will send out employees with little to no training. This can put your premises and carpeting at risk. During a clean your carpets might be discoloured, ripped or snagged and in addition they could even shrink being damaged permanently. Check to see that everyone that will be working at your premises is given full training avoiding any accidents. </p>
<p>Check to see whether the office cleaning in Essex firm is insured. Liability insurance will assist with protect you if there are any accidents caused because of their employees negligence or incompetence. This will save you from coughing up money out to repair the damage yourself and give you peace of mind when letting the professionals into your own premises.</p>
<p>Spalls Ltd are a <a href="http://www.spallsclean.co.uk">office  cleaning Essex</a> company specialising in all aspects of carpet cleaning, for professional <a href="http://www.spallsclean.co.uk">commercial cleaning Essex</a> look no further.</p>
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		<title>4 Steps You Should Take Before Hiring A Office Cleaning Essex Firm</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dirty carpets will never be pleasant. They can cause a variety of difficulties within a premises. If you are experiencing uncomfortable smells whenever you stroll through the door there is a great chance that your carpets are to blame. It is also possible other people will notice this too and will suffer from the following [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Dirty carpets will never be pleasant. They can cause a variety of difficulties within a premises. If you are experiencing uncomfortable smells whenever you stroll through the door there is a great chance that your carpets are to blame. It is also possible other people will notice this too and will suffer from the following sneezing fits, runny noses, itchy pores and skin, rashes and many other problems. Just simply because ones carpets or flooring needs cleaning.</p>
<p>To help you solve the problems listed here are four simple points which are useful when looking for a office cleaning Essex firm. If you follow these simply pointers, you may find that your own carpets are thoroughly clean immediately and that you have got a company to help you whenever your flooring needs cleaning in the future.</p>
<p>1. Search the web for a highly trained and competent commercial cleaning firm. You can do this by checking the companys website using a search engine. Many office carpet cleaning service companies should have one. If you choose to work with a experienced company they should have a insurance plan, this will come in handy just in case any damages were occur within your premises. So you wont end up being left with the expenses. They ought to also be using the very best cleaning solutions and machines. </p>
<p>2. Ask the company for a quotation. Any firm ought to be more than willing to give you a quotation which includes no obligation to buy. Check to see that you are treated respectfully on the phone too. An experienced firm must understand, how really essential it is to supply outstanding customer service on a consistent basis.</p>
<p>3. Choose a firm which has experienced and highly trained individuals employed there, who are capable of working within different environments. This will increase the likely hood that they really are an experienced firm that have dealt with many different unsightly stains or issues before in addition and have learnt a few methods along the way. The chances are that a business which is able to provide commercial carpet cleaning service in the Essex area in addition to domestic jobs will have the best products as well as are able to provide a first class support.</p>
<p>4. Make sure that the company or individual hired is capable of following instructions. It is important to know that your property or perhaps business carpets and rugs are in safe possession. Check to see that they are trained and they are covered by liability insurance policy before you decide to let the firm take care of your own floorings or upholstery.</p>
<p>By following these simple ideas outline above you will be certain to find a firm who is friendly, reliable as well as trustworthy. Carpets and rugs are costly purchases therefore it is crucial that you leave your own in adqeuate hands. Once you have found  the right company you an rest assured that your investment is in safe hands.</p>
<p>Spalls Ltd are a <a href="http://www.spallsclean.co.uk">office cleaning Essex</a> company specialising in all aspects of carpet cleaning, for professional <a href="http://www.spallsclean.co.uk">commercial cleaning Essex</a> look no further.</p>
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		<title>Credit Score Formula Changes</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>dailydollarnewsletter</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A newsworthy headline that the media seems to have overlooked this year is that the formula has changed for how credit scores are calculated. Remember hearing that in the news? Didn&#8217;t think so, but you are getting the facts here. Starting in January 2009 the three major credit bureaus began offering lenders the latest formula [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A newsworthy headline that the media seems to have overlooked this year is that the formula has changed for how credit scores are calculated. Remember hearing that in the news?  Didn&#8217;t think so, but you are getting the facts here.</p>
<p>Starting in January 2009 the three major credit bureaus began offering lenders the latest formula from Fair Isaac (the company that owns the credit scoring formula commonly known as FICO).  Fair Isaac says that the new score will do a better job predicting defaults than the current formula (used by more than 90% of US lenders).  These changes to the credit formula, combined with increases in identity theft, give consumers even more reason to use a free trial of a credit monitoring service.</p>
<p>The new formula, called FICO 08, is more sensitive to credit utilization and will penalize someone even more if they use a high percentage of their available credit.  Lately, many writers have explored the impact of banks slashing credit limits or closing unused credit cards.  FICO 08 will worsen the impact of these actions.  Also, FICO 08 will be more harsh for consumers who have &#8220;thin&#8221; credit (i.e., not a lot of credit accounts).<br />
It is not all bad news for consumers with FICO 08.  </p>
<p>Here are a few victories:<br />
1) Small Collections: Unpaid medical bills and other small accounts under $100 will be ignored.<br />
2) Serious Chargeoffs: FICO 08 will be more forgiving to consumers that have had a serious chargeoff IF their other accounts are in good standing (big if!).<br />
3) Authorized Users: Despite massive efforts by credit bureaus to ignore &#8220;authorized users&#8221;, consumer groups ultimately won this battle.  Although there is corruption which goes on where people with good credit can &#8220;lease&#8221; their accounts to a person with bad credit for a fee, it was determined that the impact to spouses would be too severe.  In other words, if the credit bureaus had their way, if a credit card was approved in a husband&#8217;s name and the wife was listed as an authorized user, the account would not count toward the wife&#8217;s credit score.  Fortunately, this will not be the case so spouses can rest easy.</p>
<p>Consumers can take better control over their credit profile by subscribing to these new services.  Receiving real time emails or text messages when a change occurs on the credit report provides people peace of mind.  Starting a free trial for credit monitoring service is fast and easy.</p>
<p>Nathan Randall, editor, DailyDollar Newsletter provides free daily advice on money matters plus coupons and discount codes.  FYI&#8230;you can now access the DailyDollar Newsletter via <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-dollar-newsletter/id427807969">iTunes podcast</a>, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/TheDailyDollar">YouTube video</a>, and on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/DailyDollarNewsletter">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/#!/DailyDollar">Twitter</a> too.</p>
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		<title>How Can You Increase Your Credit Score?</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>dailydollarnewsletter</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Banks continue housecleaning their balance sheets and reducing exposure to risk. Some companies are cancelling credit card accounts which have not been used by the customer. You know those back up cards stashed away in a drawer and are not used? Banks are realizing that if customers suddenly start using a card after not using [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Banks continue housecleaning their balance sheets and reducing exposure to risk.  Some companies are cancelling credit card accounts which have not been used by the customer.  You know those back up cards stashed away in a drawer and are not used?  Banks are realizing that if customers suddenly start using a card after not using it for a long time that it might indicate a worsening financial condition for that client or even an act of desperation.</p>
<p>Customers are receiving account closure notifications in the mail.  If this happens to you, look at both the size of the credit limit you have on that card as well as the length of time you have had the account.  If the credit limit is $2000 or more and the account is two years old or more, then you want to consider stopping the account closure.  Credit scores are influenced by accounts that are seasoned (i.e., greater than two years old).  Closing these accounts will NOT negatively impact your credit score.  However, the closure will PREVENT you from increasing your score further.</p>
<p>If you are not sure how long a card has been reporting to your credit profile, one easy thing to do is start a free trial of a credit monitoring service like Identity Lookout.  The credit report that comes with your subscription will indicate all the details you need about a specific account.</p>
<p>Remember, your credit scores are driven by your responsible  behavior.  When you use your credit and then pay the bill on time, this responsible behavior is recorded.  A couple of cards that just sit dormant in your wallet neither help nor hurt the credit score.  To drive up a credit score, make a point to use each of your cards, (including back ups) just once per month (dollar amount is irrelevant).  Small items like a new DVD or one tank of gas is all it takes.  Then, when the bill comes, pay it on time.  Repeating this behavior month after month will help drive your score higher.</p>
<p>With regard to credit cards; if you have them, use them.  Otherwise,  go ahead and close the account and reduce your exposure to identity theft and fraud.  After closing the accounts, it is a good idea to use a monitoring service like Identity Lookout to ensure the credit bureaus accurately update your profile that the accounts connected to those cards were closed.</p>
<p>Nathan Randall, editor, DailyDollar Newsletter provides free daily advice on money matters plus coupons and discount codes.  FYI&#8230;you can now access the DailyDollar Newsletter via <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-dollar-newsletter/id427807969">iTunes podcast</a>, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/TheDailyDollar">YouTube video</a>, and on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/DailyDollarNewsletter">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/#!/DailyDollar">Twitter</a> too.</p>
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		<title>Tips To Fight Collections</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When you receive a free copy of your credit report from a credit monitoring service, you may find collection accounts on the report. Consumers are protected by federal laws which guarantee certain rights when dealing with creditors. Collection agencies purchase delinquent accounts from creditors like Home Depot, Sears, Verizon. It takes 4 to 12 months [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When you receive a free copy of your credit report from a credit monitoring service, you may find collection accounts on the report.  Consumers are protected by federal laws which guarantee certain rights when dealing with creditors.</p>
<p>Collection agencies purchase delinquent accounts from creditors like Home Depot, Sears, Verizon.  It takes 4 to 12 months before the creditor gives up trying to collect a bad debt and they sell the account for pennies on the dollar to a collection agency.  At that point, it is usually too late for the debtor to deal with the original creditor.</p>
<p>The first step in working with a collection agency is to validate the debt.  This is done by written request.  Make sure to have a template of the letter handy.  The letter should be sent via certified mail, return receipt requested so that you have proof of that your debt validation letter has been received.</p>
<p>The letter accomplishes several things to protect you.  First, it requires the agency to mail written proof that the debt is indeed yours.  Second, the letter prevents you from receiving harassing phone calls at home or work.  Third, it puts the collection agency on a 30 day deadline within which they must comply with your request.  Finally, the letter is written in such a way to inform the collection agency that you know your rights as a consumer and will not hesitate to exercise those rights to the fullest extent of the law if the collection agency fails to meet your conditions.</p>
<p>Consumers can help protect themselves from inaccurate information, like collection accounts, by subscribing to a service like Identity Lookout that provides real time monitoring of credit reports.  This includes email and text message alerts when something changes on the credit report.</p>
<p>Even people with outstanding credit can end up with a collection account on their credit report. Many times these happen as a result of a medical expense that the insurance company did not fully cover. Or, when people relocate, sometimes a final bill from the former utility company gets paid but credited to the wrong account.</p>
<p>Many consumers are turning to credit monitoring services like Identity Lookout to stay on top of changes to their credit report. There are 6 steps to remove an erroneous collection account from a credit report. We have already described the first step in the process of requesting validation. </p>
<p>All 6 steps to follow to resolve the situation:<br />
1) Send a letter requesting validation to the collection agency via registered mail and keep the signed receipt which is returned to you.<br />
2) File a dispute with all three credit bureaus (via registered mail)<br />
3) Wait 30 days to hear back from the collection agency. In some cases they will not respond or they will respond to confirm receipt of your original letter. A satisfactory response includes:<br />
a)  proof that the collection company owns or has been assigned the debt;<br />
b)complete payment history, starting with the original creditor;<br />
c)  copy of the original signed loan agreement or credit application;<br />
4) If you are not sent satisfactory proof, send the collection agency a copy of your receipt from your registered mail, a copy of the first letter you sent and a statement that they have not complied with the FDCPA and are now in violation of the Act. Tell them to immediately remove the collection listing from your credit report or you will file a lawsuit because they are in violation of FDCPA, sec 809(b).<br />
5) Wait 20 days to hear back after you send this second letter. They will either honor your request or continue to ignore it.<br />
6) If they ignore it, simply send copies of all your documentation to the credit bureaus with a new cover letter clearly explaining what you have done so far and requesting the removal.</p>
<p>Congratulations! You have now cleaned your credit report with the only expense of the postage and your time. Some credit repair companies will charge you thousands of dollars to do this same thing on your behalf, but it is within your control to handle the situation. Affordable services like Identity Lookout provide real-time monitoring of credit reports and send consumers email or text alerts when there are changes.</p>
<p>Nathan Randall, editor, DailyDollar Newsletter provides free daily advice on money matters plus coupons and discount codes.  FYI&#8230;you can now access the DailyDollar Newsletter via <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-dollar-newsletter/id427807969">iTunes podcast</a>, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/TheDailyDollar">YouTube video</a>, and on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/DailyDollarNewsletter">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/#!/DailyDollar">Twitter</a> too.</p>
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		<title>Purchasing Versatile And Durable Leatherbags, It Pays</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We all know that leather is among the most versatile and durable skins there are. Numerous men and women purchase leatherbags to use for either personal or business reasons. These bags can certainly withstand wear and tear, with them being overused including being left outside and having liquids spilled to them including wine, milk soda [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We all know that leather is among the most versatile and durable skins there are. Numerous men and women purchase leatherbags to use for either personal or business reasons. These bags can certainly withstand wear and tear, with them being overused including being left outside and having liquids spilled to them including wine, milk soda and other fluids just to cite some examples. </p>
<p>These bags are wanted just by about anyone including men, women children and even pets. They are available in a number of kinds including purses, totes, satchels, luggage, and duffel bags. </p>
<p>This is just a few examples of many options of this world&#8217;s different styles of bags. Department stores an internet-based retailers supply all different types of these carrying devices. </p>
<p>Particularly with females, they&#8217;ll own several types of leatherbags to hold for any wide diversity of events and occasions. Say for example a woman might have a conservative dark colored purse to coordinate her outfits for work. This could easily match every outfit in their closet, thus turning it into a very worthwhile investment. </p>
<p>There are very dressy clutches that are created to be sported for after five occasions or evening parties after work. Usually they are paired with an evening gown or sophisticated outfit. When off the clock a woman might have a wristlet that works well for carrying the necessities just like a cellular phone, wallet, lipstick and debit card. </p>
<p>Women with babies typically have tote bags, simply because they fit all of the babies&#8217; essentials and also for her stuff too. These leatherbags can be found in duffel bags that really work for overnight or weekend travel, students carrying textbooks and even camping trips. Men will sport these bags in the form of brief cases to carry a laptop and other essential work related essentials. </p>
<p>When it comes to purchasing any kind of leather goods, you definitely obtain your money&#8217;s worth whenever you spend a little more money. There are varying grades of leather, and the higher grades will be softer and not crack should they come into contact with fluids. The lesser grades are harder and will not keep their attractive appearance over a lengthy time period. </p>
<p>To get the consistency of texture desired for high quality leatherbags will have everything to do with the way the leather is tanned and chemically treated before making them into purses, totes, satchels and the like. Doing your homework beforehand and actually having the ability to touch and feel the leather is going to be a great indicator of what your money is buying. </p>
<p>Doing this research may appear time consuming, but will be well worth it in the end. Keep in mind that if you&#8217;re purchasing cowhide handbags online, read reviews of the company before purchasing. If doing so personally, you will have the chance to touch and feel the item and take home a bag that can last you for years.</p>
<p>Jordan is very comfortable with family gift ideas and also giving great ideas for <a href="http://www.leathertree.com/leather-gifts/Graduation-Gifts-41/">graduation gift</a>. He has been in the sale business going on 10 years now. <a href="http://www.leathertree.com/">Briefcases for men</a> is one of the many ideas that he has provided many people with. It has given great insight regarding how he work and can help you.</p>
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		<title>Widely Acclaimed Rachael Ray Cookware Is Top Quality Merchandise</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Why would it be essential to buy new cookware every few months? Rest assured it means your cookware is mediocre. People often obtain cookware that is reasonably priced but not very long-lasting. Rachael Ray cookware has a reputation for being within your means, well built and meant to last. I am knowledgeable though that her [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Why would it be essential to buy new cookware every few months? Rest assured it means your cookware is mediocre. People often obtain cookware that is reasonably priced but not very long-lasting. Rachael Ray cookware has a reputation for being within your means, well built and meant to last. I am knowledgeable though that her non-stick cookware isn&#8217;t to be utilized greater than  and that complaints to learn that this was not apparent before purchase was made.</p>
<p>You in all probability have watched Rachael Ray on television where she specializes in preparing meals that are fast and complete and ready to eat in 30 minutes. The cookware she makes use of to organize and cook meals are of superior quality and can be obtained online from her web site or other outlets. Rachael Ray cookware and merchandise are of a varied diversity, stove top, oven, microwave, utensils, knifes you name it, there is a product of that sort that carries her name. </p>
<p>Her line of cookware specializes in merchandise that perform specific needs for example, say you take pleasure in foods that are fried, but you are you wanting to cut back on consuming fat. With Rachael Ray cookware there are quite a few items that have slots to collect grease and fat. The can be utilized in the oven or on top of the stove. On the other hand a few of her stainless steel cookware have earned some negative reviews that the handles are merely rated for operation to 350 degrees so can not be utilized for higher temperatures.</p>
<p>One of the services of shopping online for Rachael Ray cookware is all of your wishes can be met in one accessible location. Yes you can in all probability find good or even superb cookware in your direct brick and mortar community, but that would doubtless entail driving to a number of establishments to uncover each item. As well you can have the benefit of reading numerous product assessments by real world consumers when you shop for Rachael Ray cookware online.</p>
<p>You know the variation concerning the choices of cookware that are utilized commercially in upper class restaurants and what you may be presently using in your home comes down to quality, performance and durability. Having excellent quality pans and bake ware, along with knifes, utensils and other kitchen products can make your job a lot less difficult in the short and long run.</p>
<p>Rachael Ray cookware lives up to the standards Rachael Ray herself expects out of cookware. They are on par in price with other top of the line brand names and you really do have a distinctive opportunity to be able to go to one relaxed site to completely outfit your kitchen with every manner of cookware you could potentially need. You can also purchase as you go. If you need a precise item today, it is not necessary to have to buy out the whole store.</p>
<p>What you probably do not know about Rachael Ray is she is a lot more like you than you would imagine. She considers herself just an ordinary person who likes to cook. She believes if she can cook anyone can.  She did not go to any conventional cooking schools to become the well known and accomplished cook that she is today. That with standing, she is recognized all over the world as a celebrated cook with one of the best product lines obtainable. While at the present time there are a couple of negative reviews it seems Rachael Ray possesses more delighted customers than un-contented ones so you might like to look into whether or not Rachael Ray Cookware is suited for your own needs.</p>
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