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Mortgage Tips for First-Time Homebuyers to Know
If you're like me, you have heard some serious horror stories from homebuyers who lost their homes during the Great Recession. Getting a mortgage is a risky endeavor which basically locks you into an agreement to pay on a home for the next decade or so—and if you're not wise, it can quickly be the cause of you filing for bankruptcy.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart6 years ago in Lifehack
I Just Want to Be Happy. Or Do I?
As a society, we have accepted the belief that emotions disrupt rational thought, and any state other than happiness is a mental inconvenience or imbalance. This causes us to chase after pleasure, instant gratification and external validation instead of examining our inner world and what it is that we truly want. When something upsets us, we distract ourselves. We rarely face the issue and figure out a way to fix it.
By Sarah McDaniel6 years ago in Psyche
A Former Officer and a Former Inmate: Who's Actually the Bad Guy?
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, MARYLAND – What is the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word “police”? You might recall the most recent incident of police brutality that was shared on every social media platform. Or maybe you think about a time when an officer made you feel safe and protected. How about when you hear the word “inmate” or imagine someone who has been incarcerated? Perhaps you associate these people with danger or allow your perception of them to linger on their delinquency, maybe even their race. Or you might be reminded of loved ones who need more guidance and love.
By Natalie Jenkins6 years ago in Criminal
Movie Review: 'Black Panther'
I don’t want to confine Black Panther to the fact of its nearly all-Black cast. However, as I sat to enjoy the latest addition to Marvel’s cinematic universe, the genuine importance of Black Panther’s identity washed over me and I felt a surge of excitement. Yes, there have been Black superheroes before; Blade especially stands out. But this is an entire universe of dark-skinned people portrayed with complexity and humor.
By Sean Patrick6 years ago in Geeks
Most Remote Beach in the World
If you are at all like me, you're always seeking a new adventure and an opportunity to run from the cold and head for warm rays and Vitamin D. Among one these fleeting trips from Wisconsin winters, I traveled to New Zealand for a two week trek around the south island.
By Patty Grimmer6 years ago in Wander
Happy Birthday
“A few of my friends and I are going out for my birthday next week. Do you want to join us?” I looked at Lilia in shock. We had only been roommates for one semester, and although we got along well, I had never hung out with her and her friends before. Of German and Spanish descent, but born and raised in Toronto, Lilia was beautiful, trilingual, and the most musically inclined person I had ever met.
By Alana Walker6 years ago in Feast
Taking Your Own Wedding Photographs
When me and my wife were planning our wedding, one thing we always tried to keep low was cost, whether it was caterers, location, officiants, or accommodation. But one thing we couldn’t find was an affordable photographer to fit within our budget and our idea of having a small elopement-style wedding. So seeing as myself and my now sister-in-law are both photographers, it was a obvious choice to do it ourselves.
By Jack Henstridge6 years ago in Photography
Crypto Influencers to Follow Right Now
Last year was apparently the year of the cryptocurrency, as so many have begun to consider it, but in all actuality it was really just the year of the bitcoin in my opinion. With that being said, it's safe to say that the future of cryptocurrencies in general will greatly be modified and adapted the more we progress into this highly expansive tomorrow, necessitating the need for a more organic, open, and secure form of exchange. The proof-of-work function and blockchain technology that go into various platforms have the makings of incentivizing a completely new and revolutionary cross-form arena in financial markets and banking.
By Salvador Lorenz6 years ago in The Chain
How To Find Your Perfect Shade of Grey
When the franchise first appeared, Fifty Shades of Grey turned into one of the biggest sensations the romance genre had ever seen. The turbulent relationship between Christian and Anastasia and often very, very steamy scenes helped bring BDSM to the mainstream and inspired couples all over the world to dive into new depths of previously unexplored pleasure. With Fifty Shades Darker coming out in theaters just a few days ago, now is the perfect time to recap all the lessons we learned from everyone’s favorite dysfunctionally functional couple.
By Emily McCay6 years ago in Humans
Most Dangerous Investments You Can Make
There's something really thrilling about investing in something that you know is shaky. When it succeeds, you feel a rush like nothing else. When it fails, though, you tend to beat yourself up and ask yourself why you'd do such a thing. Truth be told, danger is fun—but it can also wipe you out.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart6 years ago in Trader
“Can Bitcoin Be Treated as a Fiat Currency?”
This paper will seek to analyze whether Bitcoin, as a digital decentralized cryptocurrency, can be considered a form of money from a traditional economic perspective, and whether it may serve as an alternative to other fiat currencies. The article will split into two sections – the first will provide an explanation of the Bitcoin system, namely, its functions and origins; the second will provide analysis as to the extent to which it relates to the traditional functions of money. The paper will conclude with a summary of the author’s normative assessment of bitcoin as a form of money, and the risks its implementation as fiat currency pose.
By Leonardo Odinson6 years ago in The Chain
10 Players Manchester United Should Have Signed Instead of...
The recruitment at Manchester United at times hasn't been good enough, and the wrong players have been brought in too often. In 2018 however, the squad is strong, as Jose Mourinho's puts his vision for a United team together. But it could have been much simpler for Mourinho if United's executives and previous managers hadn't made such questionable decisions when other available players were out there.This list will put together ten players Manchester United should have bought when they opted for someone else.To keep it in the realm of possibility, each potential transfer I mention has either been linked to United or that player was transferred around the same time United bought an alternative.
By Joshua William6 years ago in Cleats
Best Online Brokers for Stock Trading in 2018
If you're a very hands-on stock trader, you already are very well-aware of how much of a pain dealing with a bad broker can be. Clearly, the days of calling up a stockbroker are falling by the wayside, primarily because it doesn't make sense to do so when the entire process can be automated.
By Iggy Paulsen6 years ago in Trader
Cryptocurrencies to Consider Buying Over Bitcoin If You Missed Out
Right now, Bitcoin is one of the biggest things to ever hit the stock markets. Everyone is now trying to check out cryptocurrency apps on their mobile phone, researching to figure out whether the opportunity they found is a Bitcoin scam, and learning as much as they can about the world of blockchain technology.
By Riley Raul Reese6 years ago in The Chain
Low-Risk Investments for Your Money
Risk is one thing that can be both terrifying and rewarding. If you take the right risks, you can easily find your investments become incredibly profitable. Many people took what appeared to be significant risks and saw it pay off in thousands, millions, or even billions.
By Cato Conroy6 years ago in Trader