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Changing your name? What you should know to protect against identity theft

After the "I do's" are said, will you change your last name? Brides consider a host of factors when answering that question - everything from how a name change might affect a woman's sense of identity to how having the same last name can make a family feel more bonded. Our modern world has added a new element for brides to consider - the risk of identity theft.

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How to get relief from excessive underarm sweat

For most people, sporting a sweat-drenched T-shirt at the gym is no big deal. However, wearing a sweat-stained blouse or shirt at work or in a social setting is an entirely different, and in many cases mortifying, scenario. One in five adults are bothered by sweat and suffer silently, going to great lengths to conceal the unsightly effects. It is an embarrassing condition, impacting both men and women, and often negatively interfering with a person's social and professional life.

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The new real estate reality: To buy or not to buy?

Long gone are the days when Americans assumed home ownership could only have a positive impact on their finances, and that renting was equivalent to throwing money away. While the decision to rent or buy will depend on your personal circumstances, when you're considering the question some facts are universal.

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How automotive technology lightens the burden on drivers' budgets

Now more than ever, car buyers are focused on fuel efficiency. At the same time, they have demonstrated no desire to sacrifice performance, safety and style. To satisfy car buyers' tastes, automakers have been busily developing ways to squeeze more miles out a gallon of gas. In addition to better engine design, an often overlooked transformation has led to increased fuel efficiency: more and more, automakers are replacing heavier materials with lighter-weight plastics.

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Taking a test drive: Do it right

When shopping for a new or used car, the test drive is an essential part of the process. While the test drive may be exciting, experts advise car shoppers keep emotions in check and evaluate the car in its entirety to make a good purchase decision.

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