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47 conversation starters for parties, dates as well as the family dinner table

Philadelphia Flower Show 2012

Philadelphia's Flower Show is the nation's oldest horticultural show

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Super Bowl 2012

How to plan a Super Bowl party menu on the cheap

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Rent or Own a Home

Should you buy versus rent a home in today's real estate market?

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Philadelphia Flower Show

10 Tips for a Super Bowl Party

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Banana Cake

This favorite banana cake recipe is easy, healthy and filling for breakfast or for a snack.

By: Susan Orlins

January 24, 2012

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This favorite banana cake recipe is easy, healthy and filling for breakfast or for a snack.

Healthy, easy banana cake recipe meal on the run

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Celebrity Homes: Oscar Nominations 2012

Do you know where these 7 Academy Award nominated actors and actresses have celebrity homes?

By: Leah Ingram

January 24, 2012

The Academy Awards nominations were announced today. Do you know where these 7 Oscar nominated actors and actresses have celebrity homes?

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The Pros and Cons of Adult Communities for those of us 55 years old and Up

What to consider before you move into an active adult community.

By: Barbara Corcoran

January 23, 2012

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Real estate expert Barbara Corcoran on Adult Communities

Before you buy into an active adult community, be sure you know what questions to ask.

When it comes time to assessing an active adult community, there are a few key questions you should ask.

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Buying a Home Outside the United States

Buying a house overseas is a dream for many midlifers, but know these facts before you buy abroad!

By: Barbara Corcoran

January 20, 2012

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Beware before you buy oversees. Real estate expert Barbara Corcoran explains how you can buy a house abroad safely.

Real estate expert Barbara Corcoran explains how you can avoid the traps and buy a home abroad safely.

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Healthy Recipes | home

If you are planning to have a Superbowl party or even if you are planning to go to one, try some of these crowd-friendly recipes. On the last slide you'll find links to additional healthy recipes and a pre-party checklist that will help you feel more organized, less stressed.

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South Carolina Primary

Primary facts about life in South Carolina

By: Leah Ingram

January 20, 2012

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Many of the Republican presidential candidates have spent time during their campaign in one of South Carolina's finest and prettiest cities, Charleston.

South Carolina is the first Southern state to cast a presidential primary ballot and, as residents will tell you, is a great place to live.