Month: July 2024

BetMGM and Marriott Bonvoy Announce Partnership on Loyalty Programs

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The BetMGM and Marriott Bonvoy partnership, unveiled in March 2024, interlinks sports betting with hospitality. This collaboration permits users to connect their BetMGM and Marriott Bonvoy accounts, allowing for the conversion of BetMGM Rewards points to Marriott Bonvoy points at a 1:1 rate, with an annual maximum of 100,000 points. BetMGM users can leverage their gaming rewards towards Marriott Bonvoy benefits, including complimentary hotel stays, flights, and gift cards. Limited to players in licensed regions, this integration aims to enrich the user experience by offering reward access across both platforms.…

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The Best Online Stores for Back-to-School Shopping for Teens This Year

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This article originally appeared on ; products were independently selected by its editors. Please note that if you purchase something by clicking on a link within this story, we may receive a small commission of the sale. One of my fondest childhood memories is getting back-to-school clothes with my mom every fall. I remember how excited I’d get to model outfits and trends for her in the mall and then show off everything I’d gotten to my friends. Today, things are a bit different—but the kids still love to shop! Gone…

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Equity Mortgage Caguas

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Un financiamiento FHA 203k Standard es un programa de préstamos respaldado por la Administración Federal de Vivienda (FHA). Está diseñado para ayudar a los compradores de vivienda a financiar la compra y la reparación de una vivienda en una sola transacción.El programa FHA 203k Standard es una opción más robusta en comparación con el FHA 203k limited, ya que permite financiar proyectos de reparación más extensos y costosos. Aquí hay algunos puntos clave sobre el financiamiento FHA 203k Standard:1. Compra y reparación combinadas: Con este programa, los compradores de vivienda…

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Homeownership Made Easy: Your Guide to Buying Your First Home

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buying your first home

Key Takeaways Understanding the housing market is crucial before making a purchase. Setting a realistic budget helps avoid financial stress. Consulting a real estate professional can simplify the process. Table of Contents Researching the Housing Market Setting a Budget Getting Pre-approved for a Mortgage Finding the Right Real Estate Agent Viewing and Choosing a Home Making an Offer Closing the Deal Moving In and Settling Down Buying your first home is simplified by setting a budget, securing mortgage pre-approval, and prioritizing essential features. Research neighborhoods, attend open houses, and work…

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A Golfer’s Guide to Exploring Puerto Rico

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Puerto Rico, with its stunning landscapes, rich culture, and world-class golf courses, is an ideal destination for golf enthusiasts. But this Caribbean island offers more than just fine golfing experiences; it also boasts beautiful beaches, outdoor adventures, and vibrant nightlife.  Read through our golfer’s guide to exploring Puerto Rico so you can put together your perfect travel itinerary! Golf, fun, and adventure included. Pack your irons, and let’s go!  Getting To Puerto Rico  Traveling to Puerto Rico is fairly straightforward. You’ll need to check regulations and restrictions from your home…

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Your Home’s Maintenance – to DIY or Not to DIY

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Your Home’s Maintenance – to DIY or Not to DIY Weekend warriors all over the country have become obsessed with DIY projects. TV shows on HGTV and the DIY Network make it seem so easy to grab a tool belt or sledge hammer and renovate your home over a weekend. Unfortunately, most people do not have the skills necessary to replicate these results and often end up creating larger problems by tacking projects which should be left to professionals. Owning a home can be expensive. Even if your home is…

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Tips to Help Keep Your Teen Safe Behind the Wheel This Summer

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Tips to help keep your teen safe behind the wheel this summer

(BPT) – Summer season is in full swing, and that means more beach days, barbecues and road trips. But for teens, it also means a greater likelihood of being involved in a serious car accident. The period between Memorial Day and Labor Day is dubbed the “100 deadliest days of summer” due to a more than 20% surge in teen automobile fatalities, according to the National Road Safety Foundation. Every year, 2,100 teens on average are involved in fatal crashes, with 30% — or seven deaths per day — occurring…

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New Scholarship Program Aims to Meet Demand for Skilled Technicians

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Urgent Need for Skilled Technicians (BPT) – Did you know there is an urgent need for nearly 800,000 skilled technicians to enter the American workforce by 2027 in order to meet demand? This pressing shortage has proven challenging to remedy, particularly due to the underrepresentation of diverse groups in skilled trades. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics finds that women are particularly underrepresented, accounting for less than 3% of employed technicians. At the same time, students across the U.S. are questioning the value of a traditional four-year college education, fueling…

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Visiting a New Jersey Cannabis Dispensary: Knowing What to Expect for a Seamless Shopping Experience

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The cannabis market in New Jersey is new, which makes recreational dispensaries a hot topic. While new customers try cannabis and satisfy their curiosity and cannabis enthusiasts want to improve their experience, it’s necessary to renew their expectations.  A lot of people assume that buying cannabis at a dispensary is like buying liquor at a liquor store. But legal and licensed dispensaries in the state must do things a bit differently. Regardless of your experience level with cannabis, you want to learn more about what to expect when you visit…

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Respire Mejor Con Asma Esté Donde Esté

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(Family Features) Si tiene asma, sabe que los síntomas pueden aparecer rápidamente y luego empeorar. Los factores que impulsan este desarrollo se llaman desencadenantes. Una parte importante del control del asma es saber cuáles son sus desencadenantes: en casa, en el trabajo, en la escuela o mientras está al aire libre. Un proveedor de atención médica puede ayudarlo a determinar esto y luego podrá tomar medidas para evitar esos desencadenantes y respirar mejor. En casa Debido a que el asma generalmente se debe a alergias, los desencadenantes suelen ser alérgenos…

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