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    Digital SLR LCD question

    In Point and Shoot cameras, you can frame the picture in the LCD then take the shot. It doesn't appear that this works the same in the DSLRs (Rebel XTI). The Best Buy guy didn't know if it did or not. THe picture will appear in the LCD after the shot was taken so you have to look to the...
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    Why are Hawaiians overweight?

    Why are Hawaiians overweight? It was observed by a friend who took a cruise between the different islands? She noticed the 'native-looking' people being overweight. Is there a diet issue? We're looking for a scientific answer. Please don't flame me for picking on Hawaiians. I saw "Fast...
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    I got $4k back when buying a NEW home...

    You can get an agent to represent you when buying a new home. The benefit is that the agent gets a commission from the builder (2-4%). Some agents will split this with you. In my deal, I bought a 250k home. Agent got about 10k in commission from builder. He gave me 4k. I got a 1099 at...
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    My wife wants me to cut down a 5 year old maple tree

    My wife wants me to cut down a 5 year old maple tree in our front yard. The tree is about 20 feet tall, 5 yrs old. It's about 20 feet in front of my front door. She's been reading some article about Feng Shui and doing this will bring more 'light and energy' into the house. My issue is...