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In an economy where last week\u2019s TLC series debut of \u201cExtreme Couponing<\/em>\u201d nabs big ratings,<\/a> it is easy to see why daily deal sites like Groupon and Living Social <\/a>are all the rage.\u00a0 But will the trend extend to real estate?\u00a0 Last week, Groupon made a foray into the real estate business<\/a> when it partnered with a brokerage offering home buyers or sellers $1,000 in cash at closing<\/a> if they purchase a $25 Groupon.<\/a> Interesting marketing initiative!<\/p>\n

Speaking of deals, checking in on Google\u2019s location-based app Latitude<\/a> may soon save you some money! \u00a0The service, now available nationally, reveals offers if a user checks in at locations hosting a \u201cLatitude\u201d deal.\u00a0 Google adds a twist to the traditional check-in offer with its \u201cstatus\u201d system,<\/a> ranking frequent visitors from “Regular” to “VIP” to “Guru.\u201d\u00a0 Check it out!<\/p>\n

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The \u201cInternet President\u201d Obama officially kicked off his 2012 presidential campaign last week.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The \u201cInternet President\u201d<\/a> Obama officially kicked off his 2012 presidential campaign<\/a> last week, starting out of the gates with digital outreach<\/a> — including a YouTube channel and targeted text messages.\u00a0 Similar to recent elections, social media<\/a> is sure to take center stage<\/a> during the campaign season<\/a>.\u00a0 Are you more likely to feel more connected to a candidate with a direct, digital\/social dialogue?<\/p>\n

There is no denying that the way we consume video and TV is changing dramatically.\u00a0 (Hulu<\/a> announced this week that is has over one million subscribers to its video service). To keep up with the shift, YouTube <\/a>is undergoing a major overhaul<\/a> by introducing channels<\/a>, some of which will host original content<\/a>.\u00a0 Will we soon be planning schedules around \u201cMust See Streaming TV?\u201d<\/p>\n

Looking for a way to celebrate the royal wedding?\u00a0 Multi-task and get your breakfast at the same time with a special, festive treat from Dunkin’ Donuts’ \u00a0– the Royal Wedding Donut.<\/a> Or perhaps a \u201chappy hour\u201d treat by sipping on special royal brews<\/a> with names like \u201cKiss Me Kate\u201d<\/a> \u201cPerfect Union\u201d and \u201cI Will<\/a>\u201d from Wold Top Brewery.\u201d\u00a0 What is your favorite royal promotion?<\/p>\n

What do cupcakes, waffles, dumplings, and Korean barbeque have in common? \u00a0These are all menu offerings part of the food truck revolution.<\/a> If you live in an urban area or are planning a trip soon, download Eat St.<\/a>, an iPhone app which points out the nearest food carts and directions to get there based on your location<\/a>. \u00a0I\u2019m hungry just thinking about it!<\/p>\n

And finally, if you were inspired by Charl Schwartzel\u2019s<\/a> victory at the U.S. Masters<\/a> this weekend, check out these golf apps!<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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