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Aries (March 21 - April 19) You're beyond due for a renewal of some kind, but it's slow in coming. You'll have to hang in there for another day -- with the understanding that new growth is just around the corner. Make due with the status quo for now. Today's Aries Reading: Free Sample Daily Grind Reading

Taurus (April 20 - May 20) Investing is not a popularity contest. In fact, you don't want to jump on the bandwagon today. Finding the one wallflower is worth all the time it takes, so use as much time as you need to weed through the numbers. Today's Taurus Reading: Free Sample Celtic Love Tarot Reading

Gemini (May 21 - June 21) You may have deep pockets, but if your money is scattered all over the place, it's not very effective. Try to conce

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There is a man selling his last name. He's ready and willing to take whatever last name YOU assign to him, for the right price. The bidding starts at buymylastname.com.

This isn't so strange if you know the man, James Sadler (or whatever you or any other winning bidder chooses for him to use through 2013). He's already had three last names, as his mother apparently married, remarried, and remarried again until this year's divorce. There might be some other circumstances, but at least a couple of marriages and divorces seem evident.

It's not as though Jason Sadler's name is worth nothing. He has a byline in the media outlets that carry his work, including the Wall St. Journal, Entrepreneur.com and more. So, you get a whack at your company name - or any other name you choose to associate with him - being on everything he publishes, along with his verified Twitter account, Facebook and the litany that is his social media presence.

I love this guy.

Not because he's selli

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By GalTime.com Consumer Watchdog Mary Schwager

Tips for donating to legitimate charities and relief organizations

As the East Coast recovers from Hurricane Sandy, many charities are eager to come to the rescue. With so many organizations working to raise relief funds, the IRS announced that they are expediting applications from hurricane relief groups trying to earn nonprofit designation.

With so many groups raising money for hurricane relief efforts, how can you be sure you're donating to a legitimate charitable organization?

The IRS says a good rule of thumb is to contribute to established charitable organizations, including churches. Established organizations administer relief programs more efficiently than newly formed groups due to their existing fundraising and distribution infrastructure. If you're curious about a charity that has contacted you, or you want to contribute to relief efforts, check out the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

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There will come a day in your life when will have to go back to school shopping for your kids or siblings. These tips are definitely going to come into play then. Using our simple five tips you will find it easier to shop and get the most bang for your buck.

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Look for a Sale

Saving is never bad, especially when it is time to shop for stationery which is quick to disappear. Try to find a store that offers sale or attractive deals that can help you save money and get more for less. Big stationery stores often have 'buy one get one free' and other such offers on stationery. Try to find such a store to save money and shop quickly.

Read-Change Your Shopping Habits To Save Gas, Save Money, And Enjoy

Leave Kids at Home

If possible, try to find someone who can keep an eye on your kids when you go out buying school supplies for them. This is because when you go out with your kid, the chances are that they will insist o

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Written By Mandy Seay For QuickEasyFit

If you're like most people, you're thrilled to receive a holiday or end of year bonus from your employer. When you spend a few minutes with your calculator, though, your bonus may suddenly seem less attractive. If you're not careful, you can lose more than a quarter of your bonus in taxes, and you may end up in a higher tax bracket to boot. Take the time to do the calculations carefully before you decide to accept a bonus from your employer. This information will make it easier to budget the money you'll be receiving if you accept the bonus.

See Also - Eight Healthy Habits That Improve Your Budget

How Does the IRS Identify Bonuses?
Before you make a decision about accepting your bonus or turning it down, it's important that you understand how bonuses are taxed by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The IRS sees bonus income in a separate income from your wages. A bonus is classified as "supplemental" income and is taxed at a hi

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