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Revitalize your wardrobe on a budget

Clothing styles change on a whim according to what trend forecasters see as the "it" items of the season. People looking to keep abreast of certain styles or just maintain a fresh supply of different wardrobe options may find that replenishing a closet can be an expensive venture. But it doesn't have to be.

Those without a set budget may be able to afford monthly shopping trips to add new pieces to a wardrobe. However, the average person lives on a tighter budget, and there may not be as much room for discretionary spending on clothing and accessories. According to VisualEconomics.com, a family of three making about $64,000 per year can expect to spend roughly 4 percent of those earnings on apparel and services.
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How to save money on your next car

A century ago, cars were luxuries. Nowadays, cars are necessities that few people can do without. In many cases, there are two or more vehicles per household.

Purchasing a new car can be a stressful process. Individuals don't want to overspend, and dealers hope to get the most money. Finding that balance typically takes a little negotiating, a process many people dread.
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Cultivate your own bounty of vegetables

It only makes sense to turn a little patch of your property into a personal supply of organic food.

Quality and cost-control are the top reasons to do it -- and avid gardeners will tell you that there is a special kind of joy in planting, growing, picking and serving the freshest produce possible.
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Garden News Quick Tip: Science Delivers an Organic Pesticide

It's true. You can now stop insects and disease with an "organic listed" formula called PureSpray Green. Take a look at www.todaysclearchoice.com for the details.
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Coax your lawn into a thick green carpet

Even with the concern about the use of herbicides and pesticides, you can still transform your lawn from looking tired-and-tatty into the outdoor oasis you've always wanted. Some techniques for lawn care are tried-and-true -- and others are brand new.

"We do indeed have a breakthrough in herbicide technology," says Reinie Drygala, Lawncare Products Manager for Clear Choice, a leading name in innovative garden products. "Homeowners, gardeners and municipalities are demanding products that are both effective and environmentally responsible -- and Clear Choice meets those demands.
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A Fresh Cabin Air Filter Creates 'Breathing Room' Inside Your Vehicle

Let's say you are about to take a long road trip. It's one thing to have to clean out your car ahead of time to create enough space for you and your family to be comfortable inside. But did you know that you could also help them breathe more comfortably -- especially if some of them suffer from seasonal allergies or asthma? Breathing in dirty roadside air that enters through the vents affects everyone, particularly the most vulnerable -- those that are susceptible to respiratory illnesses.
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Staying Connected ... Even in Today's Most Remote Locations

From skiing the Rocky Mountains to sailing around the U.S. Virgin Islands, getting a mobile connection in remote locations can often prove difficult -- if not impossible. The lack of cellular towers in hard-to-reach areas yields minimal signals and little to no access to mobile communications services. However, new mobile technology, traditionally used primarily by government officials, can now help mobile users stay connected even in isolated locations or when cellular networks are unavailable.
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