http://www.answerbag.com/profile/323942 New Answerbag answers from notquitered Tue, 29 May 2012 18:44:19 -0700 Tue, 29 May 2012 18:44:19 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3315676 Girls, What will be your reaction if Tom cruise knocks on your door?<br /><br />Tell him I was not interested in buying any girl scout cookies right now. Tue, 24 Jun 2008 09:17:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3315676 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2943785 Is commons law marriage really legal?<br /><br />In most places common law marriage is not legally binding specifically when it comes to social security, pensions, retirement plans, property ownership, taxes. If you have been with someone for 50 years, share all the bills, combined non-retirement investments etc...when one passes away assets... Fri, 09 May 2008 15:10:05 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2943785 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2941010 What is your favorite recipe?<br /><br />Chicken Stew with Biscuits 3 whole (6 split) chicken breasts, bone in, skin on 3 tablespoons olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 5 cups chicken stock, preferably homemade 2 chicken bouillon cubes 12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter 2 cups chopped yellow... Fri, 09 May 2008 07:55:56 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2941010 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2927827 What recipe represents your family?<br /><br />Chicken stew with dumplings! Big time comfort food and reminds me of being a kid. Wed, 07 May 2008 14:37:48 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2927827 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2925153 When doing my boyfriend's contracts, I sign his name and then "By:" and my initials. He's okay with this, but is it legal?<br /><br />It is only legal if the couple are married. Wed, 07 May 2008 08:17:44 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2925153 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2925148 I paid legal fees for a 18-yr old lawsuit against me and lost. Can I deduct the legal fees and settlement costs?<br /><br />Legal fees are generally tax deductible on your tax return if the dispute arose in the course of your business or employment or involves income producing property. The employment/income producing property legal fees are miscellaneous itemized tax deductions on your tax return and are subject... Wed, 07 May 2008 08:17:01 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2925148 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2925137 If a person has a legal past say some felonies would it prevent that person to start a dog walking business?<br /><br />No but if you intend to get bonded you may have an issue with that. Wed, 07 May 2008 08:14:42 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2925137 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2924449 I'm unemployed. Can I take an early withdrawal from my 401k to pay Cobra insurance bills and taxes?<br /><br />1st you need to roll the 401(k) into a Rollover IRA then you can take a withdrawal to pay for health insurance. You will pay income taxes on the money but not the 10% penalty. Wed, 07 May 2008 05:31:35 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2924449 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2924441 Does anything happen to you if you haven't filed taxes for over 10 years?<br /><br />I agree with the other posters except for one point. If you file and they owe you money you can only claim the last three years worth. They on the other hand... Wed, 07 May 2008 05:29:30 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2924441 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2924433 If i marry a man that owes child support,will they take my taxes<br /><br />If you file jointly they will take the entire combined return and apply to what he owes. You can file separately (which will allow you to receive your return but will cause certain deductions to be reduced or disallowed) or you can file what is called an Injured Spouse form which can be attached... Wed, 07 May 2008 05:27:39 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2924433 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2924411 Can I deduct the realtor's commission from my taxes?<br /><br />You can deduct the realtors comission from your overall sales prices but it would only really have an impact if you found yourself owing capital gains tax on the sale of property. So if it was a rental property or you went over the $250,000 non-taxable amount allowed by law for the sale of a... Wed, 07 May 2008 05:22:07 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2924411 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2916738 My husband and I have a plan to pay off our house before our kids go to college, so we can help them with college. Is that the smartest use of our money? Or should we be saving for college instead?<br /><br />Many schools with limited funds for financial aid depend on available federal funds. The federal formula does not include home equity as an asset, and the form you fill out to qualify does not even ask for information about family homes. It would make little sense to pay off a home mortgage... Tue, 06 May 2008 07:05:13 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2916738 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2916717 I really need to figure out a budget, but when i think about it i am really overwhelmed, where do i even start?<br /><br />I would start by figuring out what the basic cost of being you is. In other words write down how much your MUSTS are like rent, insurance, car payment, electricity etc. Then write down the expenses you have a bit more control over like cell phone use, groceries. Then the items you have total... Tue, 06 May 2008 06:57:51 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2916717 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2916678 Are Roth IRA's good to get? I am 29 and looking at oppurtunities for investing...<br /><br />ROTH is a great place to start building for retirement! You get to put money away and not pay taxes on the growth. So say you stashed away $10,000 and it grows to $40,000 by the time you retire (jusy using any number here to make a point), when you take the money out during retirement you pay NO... Tue, 06 May 2008 06:49:38 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2916678 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2916662 My husband and I have a plan to pay off our house before our kids go to college, so we can help them with college. Is that the smartest use of our money? Or should we be saving for college instead?<br /><br />I would say save for college in a 529 plan. Having equity in your house can reduce the amount of assistance you get when they start college. A 529 plan is interestingly not an asset of the child nor for estate purposes an asset of yours. Tue, 06 May 2008 06:43:05 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2916662 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2916651 My dad passed away this past Jan.08 from cancer and he asked that his debt be paid off after his passing.My mom has paid off all of his medical expenses (except his loans and such).She can't do anymore. Is she still obligated and how can this affect her?<br /><br />She is only obligated to pay off debts that are in her name jointly with his. Tue, 06 May 2008 06:39:02 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2916651 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2916645 What does it mean to “exercise” an option?<br /><br />It means you have been granted the opportunity to purchase a specific stock and when you exercise it you take ownership of that stock. Many people think it means you take ownership and sell it. But they are actually two individual transactions. You can exercise and hold or exercise and sell. Tue, 06 May 2008 06:37:37 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2916645 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2916637 10 ways to make money legal or illegal<br /><br />Get a job. Tue, 06 May 2008 06:34:50 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2916637 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2911751 What are some good recipes using peanuts?<br /><br />Chocolate Peanut Toffee 2 sticks of butter cut into small chunks 3/4 cup dark brown sugar teaspoon vanilla two cups shelled peanuts baking sheet lined with parchment paper 1/8 bag of semi sweet chocolate chips Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Heat together butter, sugar and vanilla... Mon, 05 May 2008 14:11:42 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2911751 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2885640 Do you have a secret recipe?<br /><br />When someone first told me about this (guess not THAT much of a secret), I thought it sounded awful but then I tried it and it is addicting! Matzah Brittle Take 5-6 sheets of matzah and place them on a tin-foil covered baking sheet. Make sure you cover the sides too. Heat oven to 350. ... Fri, 02 May 2008 04:50:46 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2885640 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2878510 Which canidiate do you think should drop out of the race, Hillary or Obama, and Why?<br /><br />Mc Cain Thu, 01 May 2008 05:05:48 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2878510 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2873878 Will you vote for obama just because opra endorses him?<br /><br />Isn&#039;t she the same one who endorsed Dr.Phil? With regards to your question - I think not. Wed, 30 Apr 2008 14:55:34 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2873878 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2870626 What is your favorite recipe in which you use feta cheese?<br /><br />Feta Spinach Shrimp INGREDIENTS: 12 to 16 ounces peeled and deveined medium shrimp 1/2 cup lemon juice 2 teaspoons dried crumbled oregano 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon white pepper 3 tablespoons olive oil 4 cups fresh spinach leaves, stems removed 4 ounces feta cheese, cut into... Wed, 30 Apr 2008 08:02:12 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2870626 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2870605 Where can I find a good kugel recipe?<br /><br />Oddly enough I once worked at a place where the employees got together and had a Kugel-Off to see who could make the best one. Here is the winning receipe: Apricot Noodle Kugel INGREDIENTS 1 (8 ounce) package wide egg noodles 1/4 cup butter, softened 1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese,... Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:59:09 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2870605 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2870544 Does anyone have a good spring roll recipe?<br /><br />Veggie Spring Rolls INGREDIENTS: Spring roll wrappers 1/2 cup bean sprouts 1/3 head of green cabbage, chopped 5 green onions, chopped 1 cup thin noodles, pre-cooked (use rice, Chinese or bean thread noodles) 1/4 cup fresh herbs (use cilantro, basil or mint, your choice, I use cilantro... Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:46:47 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2870544 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2870515 What is the best recipe for disaster?<br /><br />Me, chocolate, red wine, tomato sauce and a white blouse. Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:42:28 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2870515 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2870503 What's a good recipe for cooking bass?<br /><br />Asian Sea Bass (easy and fast) Ingredients: 1/2 cup pineapple juice 1/2 cup orange juice 1/3 cup soy sauce 3 tablespoons finely chopped peeled fresh ginger 2 tablespoons oriental sesame oil 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 4 6-ounce sea bass fillets Chopped green onions Directions: Mix... Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:40:35 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2870503 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2870485 Do you know a tamale recipe?<br /><br />Tamales YUM. Lot of work so make it a party. 1st buy some cold beer. Drink it with your friends. Then: Tools: a steamer a large bowl to mix masa in tongs Measuring cups measuring spoons 6 quart or larger stock pot sharp chefs knife cutting board a pot or bowl to soak... Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:36:45 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2870485 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2862119 Can a law firm (coll agency) collect on something that isn't on my cr reports? I was told that I have to prove that the cell phone debt isn't mine (from '01 or '02) and to file a police report by 30 days. This was removed from my cr rep yrs ago. Michigan.<br /><br />Negative (but not bankruptcy) info stays on your credit report for seven years. Credit reporting agencies cannot by law report charge-offs that are more than seven years old. I am telling you this because not all credit agencies report the same information. You have to check all three to see if... Tue, 29 Apr 2008 09:17:26 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2862119 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2862069 Has America completely lost its mind by giving out this so called 'stimulus package' of nearly US$600 for eligible households?<br /><br />America has not lost its collective mind, but our leaders may have (of course we sit by and allow it so maybe we have lost our minds). How about the fact that they also spent $41.8 million just sending out the letter letting you know you may or may not get a check? Also Bush will leave the... Tue, 29 Apr 2008 09:08:47 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2862069 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2862035 Would you maintain a relationship with someone who is adamant about never getting married to YOU or letting YOU move in with them? Or would you go find someone who wants a future with you?<br /><br />At least they are being honest and tricking you into believing they are someone they in fact are not. He/she is telling you very openly where this relationship is going. If that is not what you want, hanging around hoping for change leads to pain and disappointment and resentment. Tue, 29 Apr 2008 09:02:43 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2862035 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2862024 I get very depressed and angry when I think about my girlfriends past sexual encounters. I can't help thinking about them. It is driving me crazy. I know it is a problem, but how do I get over it? I trust her and love her 100%. What do I do?<br /><br />Go get professional help. If you could &quot;just get over it&quot; you already would have and it would no longer be an issue. If you want to feel better, if you want to stay in this relationship and if you do not want things to get worse - GET HELP. Tue, 29 Apr 2008 09:00:54 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2862024 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2861699 Anyone have any good "different" recipes for pork chops? Really like either rish food or spicy food, and I am at a loss.<br /><br />Spicy Pork Chops (easy and quick) Ingredients: 1 Tbs. olive oil 1 tsp. chili powder 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 tsp. oregano, or 2 tsp. fresh, chopped 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1/4 tsp. sugar 4 boneless pork loin chops, about 1/4 lb. each Prepare grill or... Tue, 29 Apr 2008 07:58:04 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2861699 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2861682 Pizza Stone: Aside from cooking the obvious (pizza) on it what other foods would be good to try making on it? Would love some recipes too<br /><br />Calzone works well on a stone. Tue, 29 Apr 2008 07:55:48 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2861682 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2861669 What's a good duck recipe?<br /><br />Duck Breast with Pear Ingredients: 2 pears, cored and sliced 2 tablespoons butter 1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper 4 boneless duck breast halves (with skin) 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (I use pear infused Vinegar) 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/2... Tue, 29 Apr 2008 07:53:43 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2861669 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2861617 Why do children act like their parents in spite of every attempt to teach them good manners?<br /><br />Because kids really learn by example. Tue, 29 Apr 2008 07:44:49 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2861617 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2861611 What is the toughest part about raising a child?<br /><br />Each new age has its challenges. For some it is knowing when to let go as others have mentioned. For others learning to be a parent and not a best friend. The key is put them first, communicate at their level, do not accept something that is &quot;cute&quot; now but awful later, let a child be a... Tue, 29 Apr 2008 07:43:24 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2861611 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2861597 Do you think it's "wrong" to casually date several people at once? Why or why not?<br /><br />I think it is fine as long as you are being honest with the people you are dating. Jumping right into a committed relationship is not (in my mind) a good thing. So spend some time, have fun but also be safe. Tue, 29 Apr 2008 07:39:28 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2861597 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2861587 I started going out with my boyfriend a couple of months ago but he gets very jealous and insecure when i talk to other men who are just friends. what should i do?<br /><br />Not a good sign especially so soon. It has been my experience that when people begin dating, everyone is on their best behavior...you know - no burping, lots of teeth brushing and letting things that irritate us go by. So if he is already showing signs of jealousy odds are this will get worse. It... Tue, 29 Apr 2008 07:34:35 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2861587 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855766 Is female ejaculation real (sometimes shown in adult films), or just a fable?<br /><br />Physiologically all women are capable but not all women do. Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:43:43 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855766 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855732 I'm going to sleep with my ex fiancee, does anyone see that as unwise or have any advice for me?<br /><br />There must be a reason the person is an ex right? Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:40:26 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855732 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855654 Does anyone have a special recipe they have put together, that they would like to share here on answerbag?<br /><br />Corn Pudding 2 cups white whole kernel corn, or fresh corn, cut off the cob 8 tablespoons flour 1 teaspoon salt 4 rounded teaspoons sugar 4 tablespoons butter, melted 4 eggs 1 quart milk Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Stir together the corn, flour, salt, sugar, and... Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:32:09 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855654 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855646 I need some good recipes. Have any ideas? If so, Can you give me the recipe?<br /><br />Lasagna Rolls Sauce: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 4 teaspoons all-purpose flour 1 1/4 cups whole milk 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper Pinch ground nutmeg Lasagna: 1 (15-ounce) container whole milk ricotta cheese 1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped... Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:31:04 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855646 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855628 What's your favorite kind of homemade cookie? Share the recipe if you have it.<br /><br />Recipe: Benne Wafer Ingredients: 1/2 cup benne (sesame) seeds, toasted 1 cup light brown sugar 3/4 cup butter, softened 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1 large egg, beaten 1 1/2 cups flour 1 teaspoon vanilla Directions Cream butter and sugar. Add egg. Stir in dry ingredients. Drop by 1/4... Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:29:31 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855628 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855617 What is the best food that you can prepare? what is the recipe?<br /><br />Moroccan Chicken w/ Olives and Lemons serves 6-8 2 whole chickens cut into eighths 4 cloves of garlic, peeled salt 1T of Ras al Hanout (you can get it at www.zamourispices.com) 1/2 C olive oil 2-1/2C well chopped onion 1/2C chopped fresh coriander mixed with 1/2C chopped fresh parsley... Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:28:24 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855617 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855574 What is an excellent recipe for chocolate cake?<br /><br />Cracked Chocolate Earth with Whipped Cream (Flourless Chocolate Cake) 1 pound bittersweet chocolate, chopped into small pieces 1 stick unsalted butter 9 large eggs, separated 3/4 cup granulated sugar, plus 1 tablespoon 1 cup heavy cream, cold Confectioners&#039; sugar, for dusting... Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:21:59 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855574 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855553 What is the best soup recipe?<br /><br />Tortilla Soup 1/2 cup each 1/2-inch diced vegetables: yellow onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and tomato 1/2 cup roasted green chile, cut into a small dice 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for frying 4 cups chicken broth 2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic 1/4... Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:19:46 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855553 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855522 What's your favorite recipe? (baked goods)<br /><br />Frozen Peanut Butter Cups (not exactly baked but...) 1 pound semisweet chocolate, cut in chunks 1 cup creamy peanut butter 1/4 cup warm water 1/4 cup honey 1 cup heavy cream, whipped 2 tablespoons chopped salted peanuts Have 2 mini-muffin pans, a can of non-stick spray, a pastry... Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:15:52 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855522 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855490 Do you have a receipe you like to prepare and would you want to share it with me?<br /><br />Pork Loin with Fig and Port Sauce Sauce: 2 1/2 cups port 1 1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth 8 dried black Mission figs, coarsely chopped 2 sprigs fresh rosemary 2 cinnamon sticks 1 tablespoon honey 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces Salt and freshly ground... Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:12:51 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855490 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855473 What's your favourite receipe and can i please have it<br /><br />CHICKEN POSOLE 5 cups water 4 chicken breast halves 2 15- to 16-ounce cans white hominy, drained 2 14 1/2-ounce cans stewed tomatoes 4 teaspoons dried oregano 1 jalape&ntilde;o chili, seeded, minced Dash of hot pepper sauce 1 1/2 cups shredded lettuce 3/4 cup sliced green onions 1... Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:10:57 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855473 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855409 What food cause headaches?<br /><br />Onions can cause a headache if you have a low grade allergy to them. Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:01:00 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855409 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855370 Does anyone have a recipe for fried chicken?<br /><br />Try buttermilk fried chicken. Ingredients 1 3 pound fryer (cut into pieces) 2 cups buttermilk 1 large onion, sliced 1/4 cup chopped mixed fresh herbs (parsley, tarragon, thyme) or a teaspoon each of the dried herbs. 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 cups flour 1/2... Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:56:43 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855370 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855316 Does anyone have a recipe for making banana pudding?<br /><br />Here is the one we use: Pudding: 1 cup Sugar 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cups milk (whole or 2%) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 tablespoon butter (not margarine) 4 egg yolks (large eggs or better) box of Vanilla wafers 4-5 very ripe bananas Meringue: 4... Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:51:14 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855316 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855262 Do you have a specialty recipe?<br /><br />New York Style Vanilla Cheese Cake. It is very creamy and has not one redeeming quality about it, nutrition-wise. The secret is vanilla paste and sour cream and only making it when no one is home (heavy feet make or opening oven can make it fall or crack). The other trick is to bake it an a... Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:44:15 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855262 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855230 Has anyone got the best recipe/web site for making cookies?? Also whats the best cookie you have ever tasted, where?<br /><br />Italian corn-meal cookies are awesome. 3/4 c. butter (room temp) 3/4 c. sugar 1 egg, beaten 1 1/2 c. flour 1/2 c. cornmeal 1 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. salt 1 tbsp. vanilla 1/2 tsp almond extract In large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar. Add egg and mix well. Add the rest... Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:40:39 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855230 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855207 DOes anyone have any receipes for Latino Food? I love Cuban and Puerto Rican Cooking.<br /><br />I have made a few chicken dishes that came out pretty good. Try this: 1 chicken (cut up) 1 large orange or several key limes 3 garlic cloves 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/2 cup dry white wine 1 chopped onion 1 Bay leaf 3 tablespoons olive oil salt &amp; pepper Marinate the chicken with salt,... Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:37:32 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2855207 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2853357 Whats your favorite italian food?<br /><br />Eggplant rolitini (which i may have spelled wrong) Mon, 28 Apr 2008 08:43:02 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2853357 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2853278 Can you buy vegetable stock?<br /><br />The non specialty grocery stores around here sell it right next to chicken and beef stock. Trader Joes and Whole Foods sell it too. Mon, 28 Apr 2008 08:29:10 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2853278 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2853244 What flavor of preserves do you favor most?<br /><br />apricot Mon, 28 Apr 2008 08:23:37 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2853244 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2853239 I'm a vegetarian and I'd like to cook a delicious vegetarian meal for my meat eating family, anyone have any great recipies that will show them a meal can be just as good or even better with out meat?<br /><br />We make a veggie no pasta lasgna that is really great! Pasta Free Lasagna Ingredients: Spaghetti squash Eggplant Onion Mushroom Ricotta cheese (1 lrg container or 2 small) Tomato Sauce Chopped tomator (2 cans drained or whole bunch if fresh) Basil Garlic Salt, pepper Grated... Mon, 28 Apr 2008 08:22:32 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2853239 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2852516 How likely is it for someone with a sole income coming from welfare, unemployment, or alimony to be approved for a loan?<br /><br />Unemployment is temporary. Welfare is not considered income. Only alimony is considered income so it would depend on how much alimony one is receiving and the length of time one is receiving it. All this aside given todays market - unlikely to get a loan. Mon, 28 Apr 2008 05:17:33 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2852516 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2852509 In stock market terms what does a stock being described as "Overweight" mean?<br /><br />Actually it is the opposite sorry. If a stock is deemed &quot;overweight&quot; the analyst is saying, in his opinion, the stock is a better value relative to other stocks he covers in the same sector. Mon, 28 Apr 2008 05:13:29 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2852509 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2852504 I'm planning a European vacation. How can I make sure my credit cards can be used in Europe?<br /><br />Call you credit card company before you leave and tell them where you are going. I did this before I left for Italy and had no problems at all. Another member in our party did not do this and could not use his card. Mon, 28 Apr 2008 05:11:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2852504 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2852481 I ran over a man with my truck i was drunk so was he whos falt is it<br /><br />You. Mon, 28 Apr 2008 05:06:13 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2852481 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2839427 Would you buy stocks now?<br /><br />I would. Everything is &quot;on sale&quot;. But that does not mean go nuts and buy anything. Do your homework before you buy. Just because something is cheap vs the price a year ago does not make it a smart purchase. Look for companies that are still solid but have been beat up by recent economy... Sat, 26 Apr 2008 06:45:32 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2839427 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2839413 My company split at the first of the year. All employees were told that 401k accounts would be closed and we would have the option to roll our money into a new 401k or personal retirement account. Do they have to set up new 401k accounts?<br /><br />No. You are responsible for opening a Rollover IRA in which the 401k money will move to or if you have a new job that offers a 401k you can roll it to the new plan with the new company. But if you do roll it to a Rollover IRA you cannot add any additional money to it. if you roll it to a new... Sat, 26 Apr 2008 06:42:20 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2839413 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2839387 Would you marry someone in debt up to their ears and let "love" take care of it?<br /><br />How would love take care of the debts? Sat, 26 Apr 2008 06:37:33 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2839387 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2839372 If I hire a credit card settler to settle my credit card debt will I stiil be eligible to have credit from those creditors and will my credit score improve. Is it a positive or negative to even do this.<br /><br />Paying it off yourself should be 1st goal. But that being said, yu can negotiate on your own and not pay someone else to do it (you have to have the stomach for this though - it is not easy). Eventually your credit score will improve if you do not run up more debt after you settle cause once... Sat, 26 Apr 2008 06:33:49 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2839372 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2839358 Is there any way I can increase my chances of winning the lottery?<br /><br />I read that your odds of winning the lottery are less than your odds of catching leprosy twice. Do you worry about catching leprosy? Sat, 26 Apr 2008 06:30:25 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2839358 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2839352 Would we be better off if we kept our money under our mattress rather than in the bank?<br /><br />Where do you live? Sat, 26 Apr 2008 06:29:00 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2839352 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2839342 If the banks flag at $10,000 in cash or cashiers checks do they also flag if someone deposits a check of more than $10,000, such as someone who recieves a check from their rich aunt for completing college?<br /><br />Two different issues here. Any deposit made $10,000 or more (or that amount in agregate in one day) is flagged. The annual tax-free gift limit which is now $12,000 has to do with gift-tax not &quot;red-flagging&quot; and sunsequent filing of the CTR (Currency Transaction Report). Even smaller... Sat, 26 Apr 2008 06:26:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2839342 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2839310 My job was eliminated 12/31/08. I have my home up for sale in the previous state but with the market drop I may not be able to get enough to pay off my loan. Can I cash out my 401k to pay the difference? What would the tax penalties be?<br /><br />If you are under 59 1/2 the money you take out will be subject to income taxes (both state and fed depending on what state you live in) and then an additional 10% penalty will be added on too. The amount you actually owe in income tax depends on what the rest of your return looks like. Sat, 26 Apr 2008 06:20:19 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2839310 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2839297 Would you consider undertaking a personal financial management course?<br /><br />I think it is a good idea to at least have a basic understanding of how things really work and not just what you hear from the media or someone at work etc. Sat, 26 Apr 2008 06:17:30 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2839297 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2838991 I co-signed for a home with my fiancee and he cheated on me not six months later in our own home. The night I left he moved in his homewrecker. I need my name off that morgtage asap! What do I need to do?<br /><br />Tell him you want to QUIT CLAIM the deed to him and have him refinance so he has 100% ownership in the property. If he is unresponsive you could go to court and get the judge to force the issue or (not as nice) you could tell him you are going to run up a boat load of debt, not pay it and then... Sat, 26 Apr 2008 05:01:49 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2838991 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2838974 My ex-wife quit deeded my house to me, but her name is still on the mortgage and now a creditor is threatening to put a lein against the mortgage for a debt she has accrued since the divorce, is this possible?<br /><br />No. 1st they cannot put a lien on a mortgage, liens can only be assessed against property ownership not debt and a mortgage is debt. Get a copy of the title showing she has no ownership rights, write a letter explaining the facts (not your feelings about it), get the letter signature guaranteed... Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:58:54 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2838974 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2838957 Are there any 'strange' laws still in force in your state?<br /><br />Alaska law says that you can&#039;t look at a moose from an airplane. It is against the law to mispronounce the name of the State of Arkansas in that State. In Tennessee, it is against the law to drive a car while sleeping. In Kentucky, it&#039;s the law that a person must take a... Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:55:23 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2838957 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2838938 Ladies, would you leave your husbands if they constantly lied to you and stayed out all night? they don't work or help you pay any bills either?<br /><br />For me the real question is why would you NOT make him leave? Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:51:34 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2838938 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2838916 I am in love with my ex-wife. She is with a new guy and has a kid with him. I think they are planning to marry. I have told her how I feel and she says I am lying. What should I do?<br /><br />Your ex has moved on and if you ever plan to be happy you should work hard to do the same thing. It is clear from what you wrote, she feels differently than you. Leave her alone and let yourself be free. Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:47:18 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2838916 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2838908 Why is divorce always considered an act of failure? Is it possible to view it as a positive thing or a success in some way?<br /><br />I think some divorces are a success not a failure. Not all relationships work. And keeping it together when it is clearly not meant to be and where both parties are unhappy then breaking up is simply the right thing to do. And moving on and allowing each to grow and get their happiness is a success. Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:45:50 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2838908 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2838887 Why does my cat drag her bum across the floor?<br /><br />Could be she has worms, or her butt needs cleaning. Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:41:23 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2838887 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2834693 Do you think there's a right for Gay couples?<br /><br />a right for what exactly? i am pretty sure there is a right and a left regardless of sexual orientation. Fri, 25 Apr 2008 15:00:47 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2834693 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2834678 If one of your friends was addicted to drugs or alcohol, would you tell someone even if it meant having the friend hate you? (purely theoretical)<br /><br />I have. It was not easy. But in my mind, if you truly care for someone, it is worth the risk of losing them because if they do not stop you will definitely lose them. Fri, 25 Apr 2008 14:58:21 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2834678 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2834669 What would you do if you found out your husband was sexually abusing your kids? and you love your husband and had a good life..<br /><br />I could no longer love someone who was sexually abusing anyone but specifically children. I would take the children, leave and report him. Fri, 25 Apr 2008 14:56:05 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2834669 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2831241 I am pretty sure that my son is gay - I love him and am proud of him and I am fine with it but disappointed that he may never be a parent himself - I think he would make a fantastic dad. How do I cope with my own disappointment without alienating him?<br /><br />Why can&#039;t he be a dad? There are tons of gay dads out there. Fri, 25 Apr 2008 05:01:00 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2831241 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2831233 My wife has been a bit secretive nowadays.she gets fidgety when i touch her phone.she says i spy on her and deletes a lot of msgs that she gets from one guy who is engaged.she gets atleast 5 msgs and min two calls from him.She replies to all his msgs.<br /><br />I can understand how you feel but if she is doing something behind your back,yuor spying and making yourself sick is not going to change that. BUT if she is not doing anything, your spying will surely ruin your relationship. Hard as it is...you need support and you need to stop. Fri, 25 Apr 2008 04:58:54 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2831233 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2831196 I told her that I was a lesbian and that I had feelings for her... I regret it. Now she hates me. She avoids me and treats me like a disease. My heart feels ripped to shreds. How can I get her to be my friend again? She's everything to me, please help...<br /><br />You probably do not want to hear this but in time you will feel better. Her fear is not something you can win over. Ok she is not gay but she could have said that and that she was not interested in you the same way you were in her. Fri, 25 Apr 2008 04:46:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2831196 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2769186 If you are still legally married but separated from your spouse and living common law with your girlfriend how would you file your taxes?<br /><br />You can file MFS (married filing separately) but cannot file anything with the live in girlfriend. SHe files single. Thu, 17 Apr 2008 06:12:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2769186 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2769172 When you close out your credit card for less than you owe do you pay taxes on the higher amount?<br /><br />Yes the difference is considered taxable as loan forgiveness. Thu, 17 Apr 2008 06:10:44 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2769172 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2769163 Do I have to pay capital gains taxes on the sale of my primary home if I was divorced the same year?<br /><br />Even if you did not live in it for the mandatory time, sale pursuant to divorce is considered an &quot;exception&quot; and you can still qualify for a partial or total exemption from cap gains on the sale. Thu, 17 Apr 2008 06:09:54 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2769163 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2769143 If illegal immigrants are not paying taxes, why isn't the Internal Revenue Service enforcing this law?<br /><br />If there was a program that allowed them a work pass or something like that instead of just booting them out or leaving them in a stauts of &quot;illegal&quot; they would actually pay into the system an alleviate part of the issue many people have with them using services etc. Thu, 17 Apr 2008 06:06:02 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2769143 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2769136 Do i have to claim the money that is in my 401k on my taxes?<br /><br />No. That is the beauty and purpose of putting money into a 401(k). You earn the money now but pay taxes later. It is considered &quot;deferred&quot;. If you take the money out of your 401k before you reach the age of 59 1/2 then you will pay income tax and a 10% penalty too! Leave it in there!!!! Thu, 17 Apr 2008 06:03:47 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2769136 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2769130 Can you claim the interest of a student loan on your taxes?<br /><br />Yes it is what is called an &quot;above the line&quot; adjustment and you can find it about 1/2 way down the page on the front of the 1040. Thu, 17 Apr 2008 06:02:01 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2769130 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2769114 How do I save on taxes?<br /><br />Depends on your situation. If you are self employed you can stash money into a SEP, SIMPLE, Solo K or other retirement plan which both reduces taxable income currently and grows on tax deferred basis. If you have cap gain issues, you can sell off &quot;dogs&quot; to both get the losers out of... Thu, 17 Apr 2008 05:59:29 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2769114 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2768925 Ok...im gay and really, REALLY like my best freind who iv'e known for 7 years. [both male 17 ]. I told him i was gay and he was cool with it. hes a good friend and very open with me but how can i be sure the time is right to tell him how i feel about him?<br /><br />You said you are gay. You did not say he was. Somethings best unsaid. And telling him (if he is not gay)is pretty self centered. Thu, 17 Apr 2008 05:16:17 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2768925 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2768916 What are symbolic ways to say "I love you" to that someone special?<br /><br />Flowers or small gift on an &quot;anyday&quot; just to say I was thinking of you. Thu, 17 Apr 2008 05:13:08 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2768916 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2765708 If a person sells a house which was left to them in a will, keeping in mind that they lived in the house prior to the other persons death, would they be subject to the capital gains tax? If so, what percentage could they expect to be "whacked'?<br /><br />If the house was left to you in a will then you will only pay capital gains on the difference between the fair market value on the day the owner died and the selling price minus selling costs. So if the house was worth $200,000 the day the owner who left it to you died and you sell it say 7... Wed, 16 Apr 2008 17:07:44 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2765708 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2765624 How solid are prenupts?<br /><br />A well drafted prenup is as solid as any other well drafted contract. Wed, 16 Apr 2008 16:57:12 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2765624 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2757044 What's the number one reason couples break up?<br /><br />Money (or living in Oklahoma which has the highest divorce rate in the U.S.) Tue, 15 Apr 2008 16:25:10 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2757044 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2756746 Which Barbecue style do you like? North Carolina with the vinegar, Texas with the sticky sweet, Memphis with the dry rub, or Memphis wet and tangy. My favorite is NC Style.<br /><br />Gotta agree with you on this. NC style for me!!! Tue, 15 Apr 2008 15:50:20 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2756746 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2756733 What is the nickname of Boston, Massachusetts?<br /><br />Beantown Tue, 15 Apr 2008 15:48:40 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2756733