Not quite at a 52 week high, Hess Corporation is a New York based  explorer, purchaser, and developer of oil and natural gas. The company’s stock is a decent buy from the normal gauges that I study. The industry is a little weak with refining margins remaining tight. But the company could break out of a chart pattern at $130 and rally on its very bullish earnings expectations.

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If you live in or around the San Diego area and are concerned about your estate or the estate of a loved one, the living trust attorneys at Allen Barron Inc are specialist in the field.

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Hercules Offshore is a Houston based provider of services and equipment in the exploration and production of both oil and natural gas in shallow areas offshore. Deep off shore drilling are the buzzwords in politics but with energy the focus of investors and profits very tangible in oil production, HERO is at a 52 week high and positioned for more upward movement.

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Life insurance is an investment everyone should make. While there's nothing worse than dealing with the loss of a loved one, having to deal with bills and expenses shortly after their passing is even worse.  Shopping for term life insurance can be a hassle. There are different types, costs, and coverage amounts. 

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When I see other financial bloggers on sites like SeekingAlpha and StraightStocks I sometimes wonder who is tracking their picks and who is keeping them honest. Their picks don’t have a very good chance of paying off anytime in the next 6 months. And most investors will be selling an investment that has only lost them money over the last six months.

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Nothing beats a cruise as a vacation. There's no better way to truly get away from it all than to be on a ship, where it’s next to impossible to worry about the work week, the markets, and your portfolio for a while.

When a fad fades watch out below! Crocs has had an amazing crash from its high in November of last year to a new 52 week low today of $8.12 a share.

Any business owner knows that customers love to use their credit and debit cards for purchases. These business owners also know that they need to accept credit cards as a form of payment, even though the fees associated with them can become high, cutting into profits and causing all sorts of hassles for the business.

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Eastman Kodak jumps 13% on buyback plan and investors buy up the Call options in hopes of more upward movement.

Almost everyone over the age of 18 has a credit card. Credit cards get used for almost everything, from gas and food to clothes and electronics. But how many people have the card that's best for them?