Nontraditional Investing For Nontraditional Career Paths
The traditional investment portfolio begins with a heavy emphasis on aggressive growth, followed by moderate growth, and ends up with income-producing stocks and bonds. But should individuals follow this investing paradigm if their career path isnt traditional? Should, for example, a stay-at-home mom have to face severe limitations for her choice while there is money in growth-oriented investments? This article discusses the prudence of converting some growth-oriented investments to income-producing investments when life situations warrant it, regardless of age. The income fund may a wise investment for anyone in the midst of a career or life change.

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The High Cost of Collections
Businesses large and small depend on extending credit to their clients in order to grow. But how do you avoid the aggravation of unpaid bills? This article details ways in which business owners can avoid the high costs associated with collections.

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The Invisible Enemy
More people were killed during the flu pandemic of 1918 than were killed during World War I. What caused this massive pandemic, how did the war effort help to spread it, and what did researchers and scientists learn from it? Written for a 6th to 8th grade audience, The Invisible Enemy can be used as part of a home-schooling curriculum, and affords the opportunity for in-depth discussions on the nature of viruses and germs, how government policies impact daily life, and other relevant topics.

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Watermelon 101
Many home gardeners north of the Mason-Dixon Line would never consider growing watermelon, but advances in hybridization have reduced the growing season and size requirements for this most delicious fruit. Watermelon 101 offers gardeners everything they need to know about growing great watermelons.

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Grow A Sunflower Fort For Family Fun
Growing a sunflower fort is a great way to involve children in gardening, help them appreciate nature, and provide some fun along the way. This article provides detailed instructions for this project.

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She Was Wrong Then, and Shes Wrong Again
Jane Fonda is at it again, piloting her Magic Bus across the United States in order to protest our involvement in Iraq. But is the Fonda redux tour having the same impact as did her previous stint into North Vietnam?

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