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Krissy Schwab

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Today Is the Last Day to Avoid the Fiscal Cliff – Market Update

Bond markets are down slightly this morning on what should be a quiet New Year’s Eve trading day. Today is the last day for legislators to avoid the tax hikes and spending cuts that would go into effect at midnight of Congress is unable to reach a deal.

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Recycle Your Real Christmas Tree

Most of you probably have “take down the ol’ Christmas tree” on your to-do list. But what do you do with it now? Have you thought about recycling it? Learn how recycling your Christmas tree can have a positive impact on the environment.

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The ReGreen Program: Eco-Friendly Home Renovations

Before you start knocking down walls to remodel your home, why not plan out your renovation so it’s sustainable for the future? From the basement to the yard, the ReGreen Program can give you suggestions on how to make your next home improvement project an eco-friendly one.

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Housing Prices Rise – Market Update

Bloomberg-surveyed economists are expecting that prices rose 4% over the last year in the 20 cities included in the report.

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Tankless Water Heater: What Is It and Should You Buy One?

Tankless, or on-demand, water heaters hit the market a few years ago as an energy efficient alternative to the traditional gas heated water tanks, but are they right for your home?

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Green vs. Sustainable: What Is the Difference?

Many people think the terms green and sustainable are interchangeable. While on the surface they seem synonymous, the two ideas really differ in their philosophy and by definition.

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Pie Crust: Keys to Making the Perfect Dough

If you’re going to make a great pie filling, create an equally tasty crust to go with it. Making the perfect dough or crust for your pie is a lot easier than you might think. Learn about techniques and tricks to make the process easy as, well, pie.

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Continued Progress in Fiscal Cliff Avoidance Talks – Market Update

Treasuries and MBS prices sold off yesterday as continued progress in fiscal cliff avoidance talks led to optimism among investors.

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Fiscal Cliff Talks Continue – Market Update

As Democrats and Republicans continue to negotiate in an effort to avoid the fiscal cliff, President Obama lowered his tax revenue demand to $200 billion, and offered to raise the income tax increase cutoff to $400,000 a year, as opposed to $250,000. As progress continues, US Treasuries and bond prices are taking a bit of a hit.

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Sign of Progress This Weekend in Fiscal Cliff Negotiations – Market Update

There was some sign of progress this weekend in fiscal cliff negotiations. House Speaker John Boehner made an offer to President Obama to raise tax rates on those making at least $1 million.

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