The Mortgage Minute:
Bush Passes Housing Bill
The Senate passed a landmark housing bill that will offer much needed assistance for troubled homeowners, and establish a government fail-safe plan for mortgage finance giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Read the article below to get the lowdown.
Read the full story at the Associated Press
If you're considering a home purchase or refinance, now is the time to take action! Check out the "Resource Center" in the left-hand column of this newsletter for an interactive online tool that can help answer just about any mortgage or real estate related question.
YouTube Video of the Month:
Amazing Skateboarding Bulldog
Have you ever told yourself, "dieting for me is like a dog trying to skateboard!"? Then break out the spandex and get ready to touch those toes. You have to see this to believe it!
Watch the video clip at YouTube.com
World News:
2008 Olympics from Beijing
The stage is set. 8.8.08 marks the start of the 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Beijing. Log on to this official site to check event schedules, read up on Olympic history, find your favorite athletes... even view photos of the "breath-taking" scenery.
Learn more at the official 2008 Olympic website
Recipe of the Month:
Old Fashioned Whoopie Pies
One of New England's best known and most loved comfort foods! A tall glass of milk is mandatory when attempting to conquer this soul pleaser. Serve these at any meal, anytime and you'll see just how they got their name when your guests scream, "Whoopie!".
Read the full recipe at TasteOfHome.com
Energy/Money Saving Tips:
Simple Ways to Save Big This Summer
We can't give away free gas...but we can give you some tips to save you some money and aggravation next time you go to the pump. Fill up on these interesting facts to help fuel you through the summer months!
Get your free tips at FlexYourPower.com
Gas is up. The dollar is down. Food is up. The Stock Market's down. The temperature is up... Stay cool! Energy costs are rising along with everything else, it seems. Here are some cost effective alternatives to expensive AC's. Keep the bills down and the nights cool with these tips everyone should know.
Get more free tips at WikiHow.com
Entertainment:
Must-See Summer Movie - Step Brothers
Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly team up again in this summer comedy about two grown men who become step brothers and are forced to live under the same roof. The pair collaborated previously in "Talledega Nights: The Legend of Ricky Bobby". Watch the trailer and see why their on-screen comedic chemistry undoubtedly makes them one of the funniest duos of our time!
Watch the movie trailer at Yahoo Movies
Funny Dumb Criminal Stories:
Some People Are Just Pathetic... Read and Find Out Why!
1) A man and his girlfriend were robbing a convenience store. While waiting for her boyfriend to finish getting the money, the woman noticed a contest entry form. Thinking it would be cool to win, she filled out the form, complete with her name, address, and phone number. A few hours later the police were at the couple's house to arrest them.
2) A man went into a drug store and announced his intentions to commit robbery. He pulled a Hefty Bag over his face to conceal his identity. He did not, however, cut eyeholes in the mask and was tackled by a brave customer.
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