Copyright © 2013 Knight Sac Media. All rights reserved.http://www.siliconinvestor.com/subject.aspx?subjectid=36792The GOAL is to make money by investing. Goal- make money. Goal- KEEP the money you make, and make more money.http://www.siliconinvestor.com/images/Logo380x132.pnghttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/subject.aspx?subjectid=3679238013210zxWhile it may be too late to book your Memorial Day weekend travel, it's always good to know how to travel on a smart budget. According to a recent study , weekends are the best time to buy airfare as prices drop nearly 5 percent. Additionally, the study notes that such discounts are greatest for routes that include b...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289138835/24/2013 1:56:07 PMzxIf you're like most Americans, your knowledge of washers and dryers is part of a great oral history tradition, passed down through the generations. Unfortunately, some of those hints you learned while doing chores as a kid might be damaging the expensive clothes you wear now that you've grown up. While Grandma may have...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289133555/24/2013 10:49:18 AMzxAirline rankings, including each airline's overall score: Virgin: 80Southwest: 85JetBlue: 85Hawaiian: 82Alaska: 81Frontier: 78Delta: 71US Airways: 66American: 66United: 63Spirit: 50http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289114035/23/2013 12:48:02 PMzx — On historical average, the ideal time to buy a domestic ticket is 79 days, or seven weeks, in advance of departure, when the average fare for the sample was about $400. The earliest data were for seven months in advance, where the average fare was $475. It decreased slowly and steadily until the 49-day point; after ...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289058055/20/2013 10:26:54 PMzxhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289054595/20/2013 4:55:29 PMzxOahu Known as "The Gathering Place," the third largest Hawaiian island features an eclectic mix of eastern and western influences, from the historic architecture of Iolani to the metropolitan cityscapes of Honolulu. Outdoorsy types can surf the coast and hike iconic Leahi (Diamond Head) for panoramic views of Waikiki. ...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289049405/20/2013 1:52:02 PMzx» Day 2 Thursday / October 24[graphic]Arrive in Tel Aviv. Transfer to the hotel and spend the evening on your own preparing for our amazing experience. Later that night, hold a “Welcome to Israel” meeting to go over the itinerary and meet everyone else in the group. » Day 3 Friday / October 25[graphic]Today we travel...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289049195/20/2013 1:42:25 PMzxNew Tax Break for Home Offices Deductions just got easier for self-employed taxpayers.[graphic] has had an office in his home since 2001 but has never claimed the home-office deduction."I was always told by my accountant that there was a very high probability of triggering an audit," he says. self-employed people may...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289019075/18/2013 9:55:16 AMzxinevitably something goes wrong with something you’ve bought. What do you do? Too many of us just give up or don’t bother try ing to get the store or company to resolve the problem. “We live in a buck-up-and-take-it society ,” “We’re not going to plead for any thing; we’re just going to take it. We have a subconscious ...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288904195/12/2013 8:14:17 PMzxsocial-media-influence measurement site Klout announced a partnership Monday that offers some Klout users free access to the carrier’s lounges, a perk usually reserved for elite fliers and first-class and business-class passengers. (Any flier can purchase a one-day pass for $50.) In February, United began selling acce...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288904115/12/2013 8:03:02 PMzxCruise lines typically allow cruisers to get some money back if they change their itinerary early enough, but as the departure day approaches, that total gets smaller and smaller. For instance, for cruises of seven days or longer, Carnival allows a full refund for cancellations 91 days before the departure date, but th...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288895495/12/2013 8:56:46 AMzxWho said the WTI contract was dead as a global benchmark. Not me that is for sure. The WTI once again is establishing itself as the global benchmark for oil as progress is being made in getting the infrastructure in place to take advantage of the US oil boom. The WTI/Brent oil spread fell below $8 for the first time in...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288845455/9/2013 12:24:02 PMzxExercising doesn't lead to a significant increase in calorie consumption, while lower levels of physical activity, such as walking, might even cause people to eat less, according to a report published in the journal Appetite that reviewed several studies on the subject. Many studies on the subject of hunger and food in...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288810085/7/2013 6:45:43 PMzxDegrees of Comfort---Little research has been done on the best way to sit upright. One American meta study in 1999 concluded that sitting at an angle of 110 to 130 degrees was optimal for spine comfort. 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Use taxes apply to purchases made over Internet, from catalogs, television and radio ads and purchases made ...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288766785/5/2013 6:29:28 PMzx Click on any airline below to sign up for newsletters and fare alertsExamples of what you will receiveAirTran Frequent promo code deals that are individually generated (but you can sometimes forward them to friends and they work for them as well)AlaskaWeekly discount promo code offers, usually in the 10% range.Allegia...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288738085/3/2013 4:28:05 PMzxThe Nissan GT-R already qualifies as a supercar. The 2013 model costs around $100,000 and delivers 545 hp, hitting 60 mph in less than three seconds. That’s enough power, right? Not for customers of AMS Performance,http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288696475/1/2013 6:59:29 PMzx7 Cruise Ship Diet Busters…and What to Eat Instead [graphic][graphic] [iframe name="f32b84dc" title="Like this content on Facebook." class="fb_ltr" id="f3352d626c" src="http://www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?api_key=200743386617855&locale=en_US&sdk=joey&channel_url=http%3A%2F%2Fstatic.ak.facebook.com%2Fconnect%2Fxd_a...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288629024/28/2013 10:03:44 AMzxEvery Friday at Fandango, Visa Signature cardholders receive a freemovie ticket when purchasing one at regular price. That's tied with last week's mention as the best 2-for-1 ticket deal we've seen from Fandango this year. (We saw $25 in Fandango credit for $20 last month.) 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Ever wonder why some tax returns are eyeballed by the Internal Revenue Service while mo...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288423934/17/2013 9:23:07 PMagez Though Quantum of the Seas will be smaller than the line's more recent blockbuster ships, Oasis and Allure of the Seas, it will still deliver the same eye-popping "wow" factor. The 167,800-ton, 4,180-passenger ship, set to launch from Cape Liberty in Bayonne, New Jersey, in autumn 2014, will include features such as...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288396654/16/2013 8:49:50 PMagez Long commutes are fatal: Journeys over 30 miles cause higher blood pressure, stress and heart disease.http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288341494/14/2013 10:31:15 AMzxYearNovelEvents1Magi'i of CyadorLorn must become a Mirror Lancer officer of the White Empire of Cyador, hiding his talents as a magus, while fighting barbarians and the Accursed Forest, and falling in love with the merchanter Ryalth.8Scion of CyadorNow an overcaptain, Lorn - and Ryalth - must discover how to keep Lorn ...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288323374/12/2013 9:28:17 PMzxBest Buy’s new management for demonstrating they understand the challenges facing the company. Best Buy this year made its price matching guarantee against top online rivals, including Amazon.com Inc. and Wal-Mart Stores, year-roundhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288272094/10/2013 5:27:10 PMzxThe aging process gives women plenty to stress about. Do the wrinkles on my neck show? Are those creases on my forehead? Now, beauty brands want to add one more worry to the list: Does my hair look old? [graphic] The latest anti-aging sales pitch: Keeping your hair young-looking. Elizabeth Holmes looks at how the ...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288159664/4/2013 1:51:30 PMzxSubway: Buy one 6" sub, get one free Every day this April, before 9 am local time at participating Subway locations, buy one 6" sandwich and get a second 6" sandwich of equal or lesser value for free. That's the first we've seen of this offer since last April. Sales tax is added where applicable and some conditions ...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288106744/1/2013 9:22:12 PMzxthe five questions below will help you see deeper into the candidate’s mind and make the decision that is best for your business. 1. Give an example of a time when you had to make a quick decision Small businesses are, by definition, small. That means that everyone has to share the responsibility. You need employees ...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288053443/28/2013 9:10:40 PMzx23 Best Travel Sites to Save You MoneyFind the best deals online for plane tickets, hotel rooms, vacation packages and car rentals, domestic or abroad. Feeling too pinched by the ever-troubled economy to travel? You can still find good deals to get away -- if you know where to go online first. Here are the best trave...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288000713/26/2013 11:21:17 AMzxAlaska, Nevada, and Wyoming as the three states with the most retirement-friendly tax laws. The worst include Ohio, California and New York.http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=287987723/25/2013 3:10:29 PMzx Angry Birds Star Wars Never before has a hugely popular game app so perfectly meshed with a beloved, massive film franchise. From Pig Vader to the planet Hoth to gravitational pulls of under-construction Death Stars and the swooshing sounds of Tai Fighters, the Angry Birds Star Wars app is a bullseye to a womp rat w...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=287921143/21/2013 6:14:59 PMzxHere are a few replacements for some of Apple’s pre-loaded apps: Maps: Apple Maps is probably one of Apple’s weakest showings on the iPhone, given that CEO Tim Cook publicly apologized for the quality of the maps. Replace it withGoogleGOOG -0.42% Maps, as there isn’t a maps app for the iPhone that is any better. Mes...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=287921123/21/2013 6:13:28 PMzxStates without an income taxIf you live in Alaska, Florida, Nevada, South Dakota, Texas, Washington or Wyoming, you do not pay income tax as an individual on the state level. Tennessee and New Hampshire do collect individual income taxes, but only on dividends and interest earned.http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=287920293/21/2013 5:39:26 PMzxCollecting Can Mean Big Bucks Lots of people love collecting their favorite things. Whether it's stamps, Beanie Babies or snow globes, collecting passes the time and gives us something to pour our time and energy into besides things of actual importance, such as work or family. But what if you discovered all of that ...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=287900883/20/2013 9:03:43 PMzx"Understanding what triggers an audit is key," he says. "Factors such as losses from year to year, unusual and large questionable deductions, and third-party referrals are some of the biggest factors considered when the IRS determines whether a tax return should be audited." If you earn income through self-employment ...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=287900663/20/2013 8:48:47 PMzxEuropean river cruiseMuch of Europe was built along rivers like the Rhine and Danube, and taking a European river cruise is one of the best ways to see smaller, historic towns like Arles, Bruges, Basel and Salzburg, says Karolina Shenton, marketing and sales operations manager for CruiseWeb.com, a booking site. Luxury ...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=287760723/13/2013 11:04:23 AMzxThe convertible (F33) enters production in November in Regensburg and will be sold as a 428i and 435i. A 428i should share the 328i’s 2.0-liter turbo-four, while the 435i should borrow the 335i’s 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six. 4 Series convertibles will be offered in both 428i and 435i forms, but only with rear-w...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=287707753/10/2013 11:44:13 AMzx Looks like the car-on-a-lift icon means bad things may be going on. If RED, you might have starter, ignition or lighting system issues. If yellow it could mean brake lights/fuel system/or trailer lighting (?) issueshttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=287594963/4/2013 5:00:41 PMagez Sync Your Smart Phone and Tablet Computer With Your TV Double the fun with new apps and add-ons that let your tablet or smart phone play well with its big HDTV brother. Ever catch yourself checking e-mail or browsing the Web while you're watching your favorite show? You're not alone. A recent survey found that 42% of ...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=287533262/28/2013 10:41:40 PMagez A Slimmer Waistline, Trimmer Hips—No Surgery Necessary It sounds too good to be true, but it may soon be a reality: Many dermatologists and plastic surgeons are confident that in the coming years they'll be able to eliminate unwanted fat painlessly, without the invasiveness and risks of liposuction. One new technology...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=287434402/24/2013 10:01:09 AMzxhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=287388942/21/2013 1:50:43 PMzxLow-cost carriers Spirit Airlines and Allegiant Air were responsible for 18 of the 52 fee changes, according to the study. For example, Spirit increased its fee for carry-on bags to as much as $100 for some customers (see $100 for a Carry-on Bag -- Ouch!). Despite the fact that Spirt more than doubled its carry-on fe...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=287357272/20/2013 9:55:09 AMzx BMW is recalling 569,830 of its vehicles in the United States and Canada due the chance of an electrical failure that may cause the cars to stall unexpectedly, U.S. regulators and the company said. The recall affects Bayerische Motoren Werke AG's popular 3-Series sedans, convertibles, coupes and sports wagons as well ...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=287342372/19/2013 12:43:30 PMagez The U.S. airline industry had one of the more turbulent decades in its history. In the past few years, the majority of the country’s largest carriers have merged with a competitor or gone into bankruptcy, some of them multiple times. In order to stay profitable in the current market, many airlines have raised or added...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=287322772/18/2013 9:38:26 AMzx"Follow the money," is good advice for someone trying to understand the hidden side of any business. Nowhere is this more important than on a car lot. Rows of shiny new cars on a dealer's lot make consumers believe that's where the big money is. But if you follow the trail of dollars, it leads in a surprising direction...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=287318822/17/2013 8:23:05 PMagezJoining Carnival Cruise Lines, Princess Cruises, Cunard Line, Holland America Line and Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean recently announced a change to their onboard tippingprogram, automatically adding gratuities to passenger onboard accounts. “Royal Caribbean will add an automatic daily gratuity of $12.0...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=287311832/17/2013 11:59:52 AMagezSouthern California Attractions Discovery Science CenterHollywoodHurricane HarborKnott’s Berry FarmKnott’s Soak CityLegoland CaliforniaSan Diego ZooSan Diego Zoo Safari ParkSeaWorld San DiegoSix Flags Magic MountainUniversal Studios Hollywood Tickets for Multiple Southern California Attractions Comparison chart for tic...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=287311082/17/2013 10:49:03 AM