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Free Veteran’s Day Events in and around Pittsburgh PA

  This year there are many free Veteran’s Day events in and around Pittsburgh, PA to choose from – including free food at area restaurants, free admission to area attractions and discounts within stores. We’ve put a list together of some great offerings to take advantage of, for anyone that has been active in the military.  If you take advantage of any of these, please let us know about it in the comments below! Applebee’s 7 free entrees to choose from for all veterans and active military.  Show proof of military service and take your pick!  Beverage and gratuity are not included. Golden Corral’s This will mark the 10th annual Military Appreciation Monday dinner, on November 15th starting at 5 p.m.  The all you can eat buffet dinner (which includes your beverage and desert), will be free to any person who has served in the U.S. Military. McCormick & Schmick’s On Sunday, November 7th, 2010, McCormick & Schmick’s will be offering free entrees to Veterans. ...

Pittsburgh PA Christmas Events 2010

  Pittsburgh Christmas events  span a six-week period start begins with Light Up Night. This year the magic will continue in downtown Pittsburgh as well as the surrounding areas. From Santa Claus to Christmas carols to dazzling displays of lights the holiday season featuring  Pittsburgh Christmas events  are sure to have something for every member of the family. The following is a list of some of the upcoming events you will not want to miss. Holiday Weekends in Downtown Pittsburgh: Every Saturday from the 20th of November through the 19th of December there will be all types of events in the downtown area. Guaranteed to get you in the Christmas spirit, there will be all kinds of promotions, street performers, carolers and you can enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride for free! Ride the Fifth Avenue Place Holly Trolley to get to all the  Pittsburgh Christmas events  for free as well. The Christmas Music of Mannheim Steamroller: Enjoy CLO’s A Musical Christmas Ca...

Last Minute Tax Breaks for 2010 – Pittsburgh PA Home Owners

  Get your last minute tax breaks if you own a   Pittsburgh PA home . You have to make the purchases shortly if you are going to get them in time. This is the last year you can take the tax break and that is contingent on not having taken it last year. The tax credit for you   Pittsburgh PA home   is a combined credit for 2009 and 2010. The tax credit can be worth 30% of what you pay to install new energy efficient appliances such as central air units, water heaters, furnaces, windows, doors and insulation in your home. If you are not sure what may need replacing, an energy audit can narrow down the appliances that are using too much energy. In addition, you can go green and save as well. If you install energy equipment for alternative energy use, you can receive a tax credit of 30% of the money spent on the new equipment. And the best part is there is not a limit on the amount you spend on the qualifying items. They can include wind turbines, geothermal heat pumps, ...

Pittsburgh and Area Home Holiday Safety Tips

 With crime on the rise some holiday safety tips are available for  Pittsburgh home  owners and others who live in the city as well as other areas of the country. The Christmas season is a time when there are a large number of shoppers out and unfortunately so are criminals. Keep your holiday safe by following a few tips to protect your  Pittsburgh home , yourself, family, possessions and vehicle safe. Home Burglaries Please remember to lock your home and your vehicle. Doors and windows should be secure even if you are only going to be away for a few minutes. If you have large or expensive gifts in your home, do not place them within sight of a door or a window. If you are expecting packages and will not be home, make arrangements for a neighbor to keep them for you. If they are left on the doorstep this is an invitation for thieves. Do not place so many Christmas decorations on your lawn that you cannot see your property. Do not create hiding places. Never cancel th...

More Gibsonia Pennsylvania Home Owners Choosing to Stop Paying their Mortgages

  Gibsonia Pennsylvania   homeowners live in an area of the country where a large number of strategic defaults are occurring. The latest trend that is thought to be a result of the huge numbers of homeowners who are underwater on home loans is strategic default. This is when borrowers who own homes that are not worth the amount of the loan that is being paid decide to stop paying their mortgage. They continue to pay other debts, such as auto loans and credit cards.   Gibsonia Pennsylvania   homeowners have joined other homeowners in many parts of the U.S. that have decided the wait for the equity to return in their home is not worth it. The trend is believed to be contagious.  Gibsonia Pennsylvania  homeowners watch others default and they begin to see this option as worthwhile. They look at the prospect of waiting for years for the home to provide a positive equity and strategic default becomes even more of an attractive option. CoreLogic, a consumer, fina...