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Just gathering information I have a close relative who has osteoarthritis in one or both knees. She is in her early 70’s. There is a family practice physician here in the Seattle area who is going to do a stem cell procedure on her as he has convinced her this will be helpful in giving her...

Hi all, I’m looking to buy a new IPAD. I currently have a 64 gb Air that’s at least 5 years old. I’ll likely purchase this after Christmas. I have had two since they were introduced. Both have been incredibly reliable. I primarily use mine for internet, email, and a few apps. I also use it to...

I opened up a UGMA account for my 4 year grandson last Dec with $500 invested in VTI. Closing in on 18% plus for 2020. I plan to add at least $500 annually or more depending on the year and my annual performance. I just added another $500 for 2020. I’m hoping his mom can add some over the years...

Planning to paint the exterior of the house soon. Looking for recommendations and previous experience with major latex/acrylic brands. Will be applied over cedar siding. Thanks!

Hi all, I’m looking for opinions and suggestions for a new Credit Card. Preferably with no Annual fee and at least 1.5% cash back. I’m a careful user of CC’s and currently have only two. (Isn’t that enough?) I’ve had the Alaska Air card for years as Alaska served my needs. But, since I’m not...

Anyone using preferreds for income? Especially ETF’s or conventional funds?

FYI, Take a look at CanIRetireYet.com Curious what board members think of this newer blog.

Anyone know anything about this Vanguard fund, and say how it might compare to say Wellesley for a retirement fund to provide steady income/drawdown? Managed Payout Distribution Focus fund

Looking for an investment which will pay preferably monthly dividends. Interested in other's opinions on AWF, and any others. gwix

Curious as to what other readers/posters think about this one. gwix

HI, Would like to hear from anyone undergoing therapy for either of these related conditions. Current chemo regimen, bone marrow tranplant successes and failures, as well as things that might have worked well. I have a nephew (age 31) who is currently undergoing chemo for myeloid dysplasia...

DW and I are going to be in Tucson for about a week in mid February. On the schedule are a trip to Mt. Lemmon, and Sabino canyon. I would like to hear about any other "must sees", touristy or not. We also will spend a bit of time in the historical district, and the University area. gwix

Happy Saturday! Need to replace the 25 y/o Kenmore washer. Should I get a top loader or a front loader. Looks like most of the new front-loaders are in the $1K area. Not sure I really want to pay that much. Our washing needs are somewhat less now that kids are mostly gone. Also have heard that...

Recent changes in "normal ranges" for fasting serum glucose levels have made a significant number of boomers and others fall into the "pre diabetes" catagory. For instance the lab for which I work now has moved the upper limit for a fasting glucose to 99 mg/dl. Several years ago it was 110, and...

Anyone here replaced double pane aluminum framed windows with the common vinyl type used today in newer construction? Looking at doing this on my Pacific Northwest late 70's home. Cost is north of $7K. Older ones function fine with no condensation on inside frame. This seems to be popular in...

To all: Taking a trip to these areas in mid July. Its been 25 years since I have visited the wine country of California. Planning to tour and sample many different wines, and tour this area. Sounds like many wineries now charge for tastings. Thats a change from years ago, but understandable...

Hello All, Going to be replacing old failing door and associated opener with new model, likely steel, maybe insulated. Would like to hear of customer satisfaction stories, with particiular brands, of both doors and openers. For those located in the Pacific Northwest (Seattle area)...

Anyone here have any experience with using SKYPE video version 2.0? Interested in quality of video and degree of bandwith for decent success.

Hello all, Planning a trip to New Zealand in late March 2006. Basically, looking at flying Qantas or Air New Zealand. I would like to hear any recommendations for one over the other. Will be flying down from Seattle to either San Francisco or Los Angeles for departure into Auckland, and then...

OK, so I finally bit, and paid $6.95 to get my score. Came in at 780. So, is there any advantage in trying to improve much above this? And how hard might it be? Curious what others here think about maximizing your score, and the recent trend in lending and even insurance rates/decisions based...

Just taking a little survey here: I am curious as to approximately what percentage most people here actually spend for their housing costs. For those who actually have no mortgages ( I assume most of you), this would be taxes ,insurance and maintenance divided by annual incomeX100 to give...

To all; DW and I are going to be doing a trip into So Cal in late July. Its our plan to drive the coastline from LAX to San Diego. Looking for ideas from those who know the area for reasonable lodging near the beaches if possible. We will have one week. Typically when I travel for leisure I...

I am curious how those in ER typically pay their monthly obligations. This certainly applies to those who are working as well. I pay my bills as they come in. I find this works very well for me, and I seem to have more money to save at the end of the month. I also use a mileage credit card...

Looking for a sugestion for a fund of this type, that at least has done well compared to the Russell 2000 index. Low expense ratio,etc

Happy holidays to all! Looking for advice/opinion on the following scenario: 53 y/o guy with working wife likely to face first layoff of his life. ER wannabe, but unlikey. May be able to replace current job with another, but difficult to know. Rather tight market and with major downsizing...