Think your phone is safe from scammers? Think again… May 17, 2012

Phishing Scammers have now tapped into the ever-growing texting world to try to gain access to your personal information.  Follow this link to hear more about it: http://www.andersoncooper.com/2012/05/16/beware-of-smishing-identity-theft-scam/ If you’re asking yourself, “What is Phishing?”  Then read below.  Knowledge truly is power, so arm yourself with an understanding of the scam and your risk for [...]

Enjoy reading the “junk mail” you receive every day? Then don’t read this blog. February 16, 2012

However, if you’d rather significantly reduce the amount of junk mail delivered to your mailbox, then follow the link below to read a short article by Jim Wang, a personal finance writer for Bargaineering.com.  The article includes links to websites where you can opt-out of mailings. http://money.usnews.com/money/blogs/my-money/2012/02/15/how-to-cut-your-junk-mail-in-half    

Do anti-cancer superfoods really work? January 5, 2012

The short answer to this question is — drum roll, please — yes. They really do. While studies are ongoing, and in many cases experts still don’t know exactly how these superfoods work, there’s strong evidence that certain fruits and vegetables rich in plant-based nutrients can both prevent tumors from starting and halt their growth. [...]

Getting Relief – You Can Lower Your Prescription Medication Costs December 22, 2011

Arlington has launched a program to help provide residents with some relief from the high cost of prescription medications. Through the program — sponsored by the National League of Cities (NLC) — the City is making free prescription discount cards available to residents. The discount cards offer residents an average of 23 percent savings off [...]

Long-Term Care Costs on the Rise November 1, 2011

WESTPORT, Conn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Costs continue to rise for those requiring long-term care in the U.S. According to the newly released 2011 MetLife Market Survey of Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Adult Day Services, and Home Care Costs, conducted by the MetLife Mature Market Institute, national average rates for a private nursing home room increased 4.4% to $239 [...]

Medicaid Scam Alert! October 12, 2011

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) issued this news release late yesterday warning Texans with Medicaid coverage to be aware of a recently reported scam involving a caller asking a Medicaid recipient to provide a bank account number in an attempt to sell the recipient a replacement card for $50. This scam preys on Medicaid recipients [...]

This guide might save your life… August 26, 2011

literally.  Between work, school, and activities, we are often forced to eat on the run.  If you’re watching calories or simply trying to eat healthy, it’s nearly impossible to find something to eat that isn’t laden with fat and calories, which can drag your energy down and lead to long-term health problems.  Check out the [...]

New Law Allows Employees to Bring Guns to Work August 26, 2011

On June 17 Gov. Rick Perry signed SB 321, which provides that a private or public employer may not prohibit an employee from storing a firearm or ammunition in a locked, privately owned motor vehicle in a parking lot, garage or other parking area provided by the employer. The law goes into effect Sept. 1. [...]

For Spenders, the Down Market Has an Upside. August 18, 2011

Though saving money during tough economic times is always a smart idea, sometimes a little splurge here and there does not hurt either. Need a short trip to escape the daily grind? Now may be the time to start looking. http://finance.yahoo.com/banking-budgeting/article/113286/spenders-down-market-has-upside-smartmoney?mod=bb-budgeting

Best Belly-Fat Buster August 18, 2011

Which should you cut back on first if you want to trim belly fat — carbs or fat?  You might think that dietary fat goes straight to your middle, but research suggests that too many empty carbs is really the first thing to do your belly in. Dueling Diets In a study, healthy overweight men [...]