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    Steering and braking "knocking" sound

    Background info: 2004 Acura TSX, auto, 151k miles, original owner, well taken care of. Within the last month, I've noticed a knocking sound/feeling while turning the steering wheel and braking at low speeds. Anyone have any idea what this is? What am I looking at in terms of repair $? I...
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    Wife's birthday coming up; want to get her ruby jewelry

    Does anyone have any places they recommend for buying jewelry or loose rubies?
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    Nike Fuelband - anyone order one?

    Did anyone get/order a Nike Fuelband? Link for the unaware: http://www.nike.com/fuelband/
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    Where is the most reputable place to buy gold?

    Like the title says- where is the most reputable place to buy gold and silver now?
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    Let me get this straight, Verizon wants to charge me $2 for paying my bill?

    As many of you probably already know, Verizon will be implementing a new service charge of $2 when you make a one-time payment via online or telephone. This is really disappointing of them, considering we've been with them for many years and have experienced nothing but exceptional customer...
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    Never buying tires from MrTire again

    Gonna start buying all of my tires from Costco. A little over a year ago, we needed new tires on our 2008 Honda CRV EX AWD. We went to MrTire and they had a "special"...buy 3 get 1 free. We decided to purchase the tires. Total came to around $775. Turns out, they put on horrible rated...
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    Car is begining to burn oil

    2004 Acura TSX (117x miles) The car was purchased new and has had no problems to date. However, within the last 4-5 months, the car has been burning oil. The service dept recommended I get oil changes sooner now (every 3k miles as opposed to the 6k miles before). Is this common for a...
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    Is a 401(k) still the ideal way to save for retirement?

    The 401(k), 403(b), etc. have only been around for about 30 years. Most people will retire after 40+ working years. Is a 401(k) still the ideal tool for retirement? I know there are IRA's, etc, but historically, the 401(k) has been the popular and recommended retirement tool. My question is...
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    how much does UHAUL charge for a hitch installation?

    Im thinking about putting a hitch on my 2008 Honda CRV. The website says $159 for the actual hitch. Does anyone know what they charge for the installation?
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    Just picked up biking again.....will the uncomfortable seat feeling go away?

    I just bought a new mountain bike last week as I wanted to pick up biking again. Nothing serious...just some rides around the neighborhood and maybe through some local trails. I was into mountain biking 5+ years ago. I went for a ride last weekend, and my god, the seat was hurting my a$$! Is...
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    What's so great about the new fusion?

    So, whats so great about the new Fusion? I admit that it's a nice looking car, but any new car is relatively nice looking. I rode in a fully loaded Fusion over the weekend. It was nice inside, and the gauges looked neat....but why is everyone raving about this car? It wasn't any better...
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    Visa Black Card? What is this crap?

    I got a credit card offer in the mail yesterday. When I opened the envelope, I pulled out a black insert saying "Black Card". I got really excited at first (first thought was AMEX centurion). Turns out it was for a Visa Black Card. The letter said it's available to only 1% of US...
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    Help diagnose my car

    2004 Acura TSX 117k miles No problems with car thus far This morning, I tried to start the car; I could hear the ignition try to start, but it just wouldn't. It can't be the battery because we just had it changed 2 years ago. I managed to jump start the car using my wife's car and we got...
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    Dogs

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EOAcRKZxjy4&feature=player_embedded im gonna go home and hug my dogs all night
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    Annual review today at 12:30pm

    Going out to lunch with my director today for my annual review. She told me last week that I was being promoted. Very exciting and eager to hear what my new salary will be. From what I understand, I think it's going to be a 20% salary increase. I've been antsy all morning. UPDATE...
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    What would you do? Stick with career or start a small business?

    Background info: -I'm an accountant (recently promoted) -Studying/sitting for CPA exam -My wife is pregnant with our first child I've always talked about how I'd like to one day own a small business, whether it be related to my career or something else. My wife's parents own a few liquor...
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    Couple makes $39k/yr, has 7 kids, adopts another 5

    I read this article this morning. Absolutely disgusting. The couple makes a combined $39k/yr, has 7 kids, and has adopted 5 more kids in the last few years. They're getting back $54k in taxes this year. Who the hell is approving/allowing these adoptions to go through? How are they...
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    How much $ could I get on this trade in?

    How much do you think an Acura dealership would give me on a trade in on a 2004 Acura TSX (without gps). The car has 114k miles, no mechanical problems at all. A small dent on the side panel, a few dings and scratches common with a car of it's age. I was rear ended a while back, but the...
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    Recommend me some durable, rugged (decent looking boots)

    I've had the same boots since college (8 years). The soles are ripped up and there is a tear in the side of the boot now. It's time for a new pair of boots. The boots I've been wearing are from American Eagle (brown) and they've held up well over the years. I'm looking for a durable and...
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    Recommend me some indoor shooting earmuffs and eye protection

    Preferably from Amazon (I have a $50 gift card). So many choices...
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    Octomom faces evicition from her home

    Octomom faces eviction from her home. She is currently unemployed and not married, and she has 14 children. I was waiting for this to happen.... http://www.ktla.com/news/landing/ktla-octomom-eviction,0,4426841.story
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    What security measures do you have in place at your house?

    What security measures do you have in your house that could prevent/deter a break-in, burglary, home invasion, etc.?
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    Woohoo, bought a new knife and flashlight

    Got a gift card for my birthday from my sister. Picked up a new weapon light, rail adapter, and a Gerber Prodigy knife. Now I wait patiently for the delivery truck.
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    On pace to earn $1000 cash rebate on our credit card this year

    Just checked my November statement, and we're on pace to earn $1000 in cash rewards on our credit card this year. And the icing on the cake....haven't paid any interest all year.
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    Anyone else love rainy days?

    While most people love sunny days, I much more prefer a gloomy rainy day. Not really sure why; but I'm generally in a better mood when it's rainy and darker outside. I guess there is a "stay in and be cozy" appeal to it. Anyone else prefer rainy days to sunny days?
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    Meeting with a Director at 3pm to discuss a job opening

    A week ago, our Director told our team in a meeting that a new position is opening up in the department. This would be a promotion over my current title. I asked my director about more details; she then scheduled an hour for us to discuss this afternoon. Good news....bad news? Standard...
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    I'm giving up on smart phones - I'm going old school (flip phone)

    I've had 3 smart phones (a Palm, a Blackberry curve, and a blackberry storm). I am convinced, I no longer need a smart phone. I'm not that important yet in my career where I need access to my email 24/7, and I definitely don't need access to my personal email 24/7. I don't need access to...
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    What are my options: gym is trying to screw us over

    Background: My wife and her sister joined a gym a month or so ago at $64/month. They signed a 1-yr contract. They were informed of a promotion where if either of them brought in a referral that signed up, they would get a $10/month discount on their monthly rate (down to a minimum of $39)...
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    I'm travling to South Korea next month for a week

    Should I have any reason to be worried, considering the tense situation over there right now w/N Korea?
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    Finally eligible to sit for the CPA exam!

    After 4 part-time semesters in graduate school, I am finally eligible to sit for the CPA exam. I graduated undergrad with 123 credits. To sit for the CPA exam in Maryland, you need 150 credits. My 2 recent graduate classes just ended, and I received an A in both classes, giving me 150 total...
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    Tell me about this Ford "Swap your ride" thing

    I keep seeing the commercials; is it an actual event that Ford is having? I couldn't find specific details on Fords website, only video testimonials. Interested in a F-150...
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    I have the opportunity to purchase a 1950's Lincoln Continental

    I have the opportunity to purchase a mid 1950's Lincoln Continental, good condition, running, around 60k original miles for $15k. I may be able to negotiate the price down to $14k. I'm thinking of this solely as a money-making opportunity with a chance to flip the car at a profit. Is this...
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    Ok, you know what I'm craving for dinner...

    Hot Dogs, cooked on the grill - they don't even have to be beef. I just want hot dogs, with buns, ketchup, mustard, and relish. That's all....
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    WTF is wrong with Sirius radio

    I canceled my subscription a few months ago. I simply didn't use my receiver and I didn't listen to it ever. Within the last 3 weeks, we must have got 7 different calls, all after 7pm, from Sirius radio. They keep offering me new deals and asking why I've left. They're really starting...
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    So, when did it become trendy for men's dress shoes to look like Stilettos?

    Went to the mall last night to buy some nightlife attire. I'm going to Vegas this weekend for a bachelor party, and I don't have any night-life clothing. All I have are business dress clothes and casual clothing (jeans/t-shirts). So I go to the mall, and I pick up some designer denim and...
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    Threatening gestures while driving...?

    I was driving to work this morning and I was getting off of a ramp to merge onto the highway. The roads are still a mess from the 30 inches of snow we got over the weekend. I'm not driving slow, but I am driving with caution and I'm definetly driving under the speed limit. There's a chevy...
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    Going on a ride-along with a Police Officer

    One of my close friends is a police officer. I scheduled a ride along with him later this month. I'm taking the day off at work (Flex schedule). The ride along is from 8:30am-8:30pm. We filled out the paperwork and we're all set to go. Should be fun - not sure I want to get into anything...
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    Just discovered a new band

    The band name is "Godspeed You! Black Emperor". I stumbled upon their music on youtube after watching a clip from the movie 28 days later. They have an album out with 3 or 4 songs total. The songs are lengthy (17 minutes +). The song I'm specifically referring to is called "East...
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    How could all of these little things happen in one morning.....

    Talk about a bad start to a day. I don't understand how each of these little things could happen in the same morning. What are the chances.... 1) I wake up late for work 2) About to leave the house before I realize that my car keys are at my friend's house. 3) Walk over to pickup the...
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    wow...it pays to be the commish in fantasy football

    I'm the commish of our office fantasy football league. I volunteered to do it because i really enjoy this stuff. There's really not much work involved - I just send out emails, reminders, and coordinate the draft, etc. It turns out that my coworkers pitched in and got me $90 gift...