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Joined EzineArticles on Apr 12, 2007 Things To Look For When Buying A Baby Monitor
Home and Family: Babies Toddler • Published: May 2, 2011
It's easy for parents to get confused when shopping for a baby monitor. There are so many models and they all have a million features. But what should you be looking for when shopping for a baby monitor?
7 Tips for Saving Money on Baby Clothes
Finance: Personal Finance • Published: January 12, 2011
If you're not careful you can spend a fortune on baby clothes. So to help you new parents out I've put together this list of 7 simple ways to save money on baby clothes.
Choosing a Domain Name - Hyphens or No Hyphens?
Internet and Businesses Online • Published: January 6, 2011
When you're building a website, is it better to pick a name with hyphens or without hyphens? Your choice could be the difference between a profitable site or a gigantic failure. Discover the truth now before it's too late.
A Simple Way to Save Hundreds on Groceries
Finance: Personal Finance • Published: November 30, 2010
This one simple shopping tip can help you save a fortune on groceries. Discover the secret to finding the best bargains anywhere.
Does Alexa Rank Really Matter?
Internet and Businesses Online: SEO • Published: July 14, 2010
Some webmasters are obsessed with improving Alexa rank, while others think it is a waste of time. Find out who is right.
Why Are HDMI Cables So Expensive?
Shopping and Product Reviews: Electronics • Published: July 8, 2010
Why do HDMI cables cost so much? Find out how to avoid getting ripped off.
5 Ways to Save Money on Diapers
Home and Family: Babies Toddler • Published: March 29, 2010
Babies are expensive. Learn how to cut costs and save money on diapers.
Disposable Products Cost More in the End
Finance: Personal Finance • Published: January 20, 2010
When I was a kid my dad was always complaining about how wasteful our family was. I remember he was always telling us to turn out the lights when we left a room, don't take more food than we can eat, and stop wasting so many paper towels and napkins. At the time he just seemed like a cranky old penny pincher, but now that I'm a dad myself and I have to shoulder the responsibility of paying the bills each month I realize he was right.
7 Tips For Lowering Home Insurance Cost
Insurance: Home Owners Renters • Published: January 19, 2010
If you are like most people your home is the largest and most valuable asset you own. And it provides more than just a source of equity and shelter from the elements. It contains years or even decades full of memories.
Aruba Snorkeling Adventures
Travel and Leisure: Destination Tips • Published: January 15, 2010
If you're going to Aruba then you can't leave without spending at least one day snorkeling. Aruba snorkeling sites are some of the best in the world. Read my notes from my first Aruba snorkeling adventure.
3 Reasons to Start Your Own Vending Machine Business
Business: Small Business • Published: January 5, 2010
If you've been looking for a way to make some extra cash on the side then you've probably already considered lots of different money making methods. A quick internet search will turn up dozens of different money making schemes such as paid surveys, data entry jobs, and "paid to read email" programs. Some of these methods are nice for making a few extra bucks while others are blatant scams.
5 Legitimate Ways to Make Money Online
Internet and Businesses Online • Published: January 5, 2010
Working from home and making money online has been described as the next great American gold rush. Find out how you can get in before it's too late.
Tips For Preventing SIDS
Home and Family: Babies Toddler • Published: January 5, 2010
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome is one of the scariest things parents can imagine. Learn how to keep your little one safe from SIDS.
10 Cheap Family Activities
Home and Family: Entertaining • Published: November 13, 2009
Having fun with the family doesn't have to cost you an arm and a leg. There are lots of ways for families to have a good time together without breaking the bank. All you need is a little creativity, an open mind, and a positive attitude.
Lowering Refrigerator Costs
Home Improvement: Energy Efficiency • Published: November 11, 2009
Don't let an inefficient refrigerator burn a hole in your pocket. Follow these tips to lower your expenses associated with your refrigerator.
Yahoo Answers Tips - How to Get People to Click Through to Your Site
Internet and Businesses Online: Traffic Building • Published: September 24, 2009
Have you tried using Yahoo Answers to drive traffic to your site and been disappointed with the results? In this article I'll tell you what you're doing wrong.
List Building Tips - Using Yahoo Answers to Build a Killer List
Internet and Businesses Online: List Building • Published: September 19, 2009
Yahoo Answers is great for driving targeted traffic to your website. But its even better for list building. Discover how to build your list with lightning speed.
How to Use Yahoo Answers to Drive Targeted Traffic to Your Web Sites
Internet and Businesses Online: Traffic Building • Published: July 14, 2009
If you're not using Yahoo Answers to drive free web traffic to your web sites, you're leaving money on the table. Find out how to tap into this highly targeted group of web surfers.
Are Web Host Review Sites Full of It?
Internet and Businesses Online: Web Hosting • Published: November 19, 2008
If you've been shopping around for a web hosting provider you've probably come across one "top 10 web host" site after another. It seems every site has its own listing of the best web hosting services, and often the lists look nothing alike. The top ranked providers vary from one review site to the next. How can you tell which to believe?
Free Vs Paid Website Hosting
Internet and Businesses Online: Web Hosting • Published: October 9, 2008
Should you go with free website hosting or a paid plan? This article gives you the scoop.
How Can I Make Some Extra Money Online?
Internet and Businesses Online • Published: October 7, 2008
Who wouldn't want to make some extra money from home? Here are 3 easy money-making ideas to get you started.
Two Web Hosts Are Better Than One
Internet and Businesses Online: Web Hosting • Published: October 6, 2008
I learned the hard way that you absolutely must have 2 web hosting accounts. Find out what happened to me so you can save yourself the same heartache.
Real Horror Stories Web Hosts Don't Want You to Know
Internet and Businesses Online: Web Hosting • Published: October 1, 2008
How to find out the truth about web hosting providers. What secrets are they keeping from you?
The Dedicated Managed Server Guide
Internet and Businesses Online: Web Hosting • Published: September 29, 2008
When shopping around for web site hosting services, one of the decisions you'll have to make is whether or not to pay for a dedicated managed server. In this article I'm going to explain what a dedicated managed server is so you can decide if its right for you. Imagine that your web server is a giant pizza.
How Much Does it Cost to Have a Website?
Internet and Businesses Online: Web Hosting • Published: September 23, 2008
When people learn that I earn a living online, one of the first things they ask me is how much does it cost to have a website? I assume it's because they like the idea of making extra money online and want to find out how much it would cost for them to do it too. In this article I'm going to explain the basic costs of starting your very own website.