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Gambling on college sports can have consequences |
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 (ARA) - The NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament tips off March 18. And while the 64 qualifying teams hope to make the Final Four, the rest of the country will follow the tournament through brackets illegally completed on college campuses, in office buildings and in sports bars.
According to Tim Otteman, a Central Michigan University faculty member and an internationally known expert on sports related gambling, the NCAA Tournament creates the perfect storm for gambling on college campuses throughout the country. Because of the popularity of intercollegiate athletics and the passion of college basketball fans, the tournament is fervently followed by millions of Americans each year.
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Rising tuition? Little-known resources can help |
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 (ARA) - Students in California are boycotting rising tuition costs, but across the country most students are forced to shell out big money in order to continue their education.
The College Board reports two-thirds of students are in debt at graduation. In 2009, the average debt for graduating seniors was $23,000. Student borrowing has more than doubled in the past decade to $86 billion. Most college graduates struggle for a decade or more to pay off their student loans.
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Home inspections help you sell |
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 (ARA) - When you're ready to sell your home in the current market, you need to take every step you can to ensure a timely sale at the price you want. A surplus of homes for sale means that yours needs to stand out in style, amenities and quality to make an impression on potential buyers. The more steps you take to make your house sale-ready, the better results you'll get.
Currently, home sales are at a historic low -- so what do you need to do to buck that trend? Updated decor and proper staging certainly help present your home well, but don't think that cosmetic fixes are all you need. Buyers want to know the home they're considering is safe and sound, and the best way to establish that is to hire a home inspector.
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Get online to find great deals on travel this season |
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 (ARA) - The travel bug is striking Americans across the country. Most of us feel a need to get away and recharge our batteries with a change of scene. If this urge to travel has struck your family, there are deals to be found, whether you're planning an in-state excursion, flying across the country or even boarding a boat for a cruise.
Imagine taking your family to a national park this spring break. Or celebrating the end of the school year on a family cruise. Or taking some time away from the kids with your spouse on a romantic weekend adventure.
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Enjoy a frugal 'family night in' without sacrificing the fun |
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 (ARA) - It is no secret that more and more families are making tough decisions when it comes to their entertainment options due to the rising costs of "going out." But this doesn't mean that there is no fun to be had.
Instead, now is the time for families to get creative and enjoy time together by turning their home into an entertainment destination. There are a variety of ways to do this, and here are a few ideas for having a frugal "family night in" without sacrificing the fun:
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