Ever wondered which areas of the country have the biggest gap between those with the highest income and lowest income?  The team at 24/7 Wall Street put together a list that ranked each state by the biggest gap in wealth.  Some states would immediately be considered due to the large number of millionaire’s. Other states are surprising due to not being known for having such large gaps in wealth. 

Here are the Top 10 States with largest gap in wealth:

1.     New York 

Median household income: $55,246 (16th highest)

Households earning $200,000+: 8.0 percent (6th highest)

Population living below poverty line: 16.0 percent (21st highest)

2.     Connecticut

Median household income: $65,753 (4th highest)

Households earning $200,000+: 11.2 percent (the highest)

Population living below poverty line: 10.9 percent (5th lowest)

3.     Louisiana 

Median household income: $41,734 (7th lowest)

Households earning $200,000+: 3.5 percent (17th lowest)

Population living below poverty line: 20.4 percent (3rd highest)

4.     New Mexico

Median household income: $41,963 (8th lowest)

Households earning $200,000+: 3.4 percent (tied for 15th lowest)

Population living below poverty line: 21.5 percent (2nd highest)

5.     California 

Median household income: $57,287 (10th highest)

Households earning $200,000+: 7.8 percent (7th highest)

Population living below poverty line: 16.6 percent (18th highest)

6.      Florida
Median household income: $44,299 (14th lowest)
Households earning $200,000+: 4.4% (19th highest)
Population living below poverty line: 17.0% (17th highest)

7.      Massachusetts
Median household income: $62,859 (5th highest)
Households earning $200,000+: 9.9% (4th highest)

Population living below poverty line: 11.6% (9th lowest)

8.     Texas
Median household income: $49,392 (25th highest)
Households earning $200,000+: 5.4% (16th highest)
Population living below poverty line: 18.5% (11th highest)

9.     Georgia
Median household income: $46,007 (18th lowest)
Households earning $200,000+: 4.3% (21st highest)
Population living below poverty line: 19.1% (5th highest) 

10. Tennessee
Median household income: $41,693 (6th lowest)
Households earning $200,000+: 3.4% (tied for 15th lowest)
Population living below poverty line: 18.3% (12th highest)

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Top 10 States for Employment in 2011

Are you considering relocating in order to find the perfect job or career? The following list of Top 10 states that are creating the most jobs is a great place to start.  As you find that new job, just hope that you do not end up with one of worst bosses of all time.  Make sure you interview the company as much as they interview you.  Here are the Top 10 states for job growth:

 #1 Texas

Forecasted 5-Year Annual Job Growth: 2.9%
Total Employment: 10.6 Million
Unemployment Rate: 8.5%

#2 Nevada 

Forecasted 5-Year Annual Job Growth: 2.9%
Total Employment: 1.1 Million
Unemployment Rate: 13.4%

#3 Arizona 

Forecasted 5-Year Annual Job Growth: 2.8%
Total Employment: 2.4 Million
Unemployment Rate: 13.4%

#4 New Mexico 

Forecasted 5-Year Annual Job Growth: 2.6%
Total Employment: 805,000
Unemployment Rate: 6.6%

#5 North Dakota 

Forecasted 5-Year Annual Job Growth: 2.6%
Total Employment: 392,000
Unemployment Rate: 3.5%

#6 Utah

Forecasted 5-Year Annual Job Growth: 2.4%
Total Employment: 1.2 Million
Unemployment Rate: 7.4%

#7 Florida

Forecasted 5-Year Annual Job Growth: 2.3%
Total Employment: 7.2 Million
Unemployment Rate: 10.6%

#8 Oklahoma

Forecasted 5-Year Annual Job Growth: 2.3%
Total Employment: 1.6 Million
Unemployment Rate: 5.9%

#9 Georgia

Forecasted 5-Year Annual Job Growth: 2.2%
Total Employment: 3.8 Million
Unemployment Rate: 10.3%

#10 Oregon

Forecasted 5-Year Annual Job Growth: 2.2%
Total Employment: 1.6 Million
Unemployment Rate: 9.6%

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With New York recently legalizing gay marriage, we wanted to post this list of the Top 10 things not to say when speaking with the new couple.  Men and women have struggled with marriage for centuries, and many wedding goofs have been documented on America’s Home Videos.  This list of the Top 10 things not say provided by MSN and the “The Knot” will make you scratch your head but it is an interesting read.  So grab your wedding gift and review this list of the verbal missteps.

1.     "Which one of you is the bride?" 

2.     "So, like, is this a real wedding?" 

3.     "When or how are you going to have kids?" 

4.     "What are your bridesmaids going to wear?" 

5.     "Oh, why isn't so-and-so family member here?" 

6.     "I wonder who will walk down the aisle." 

7.     "Thank you so much for the invite. I'm so excited to get to go to a real gay wedding!!!" 

8.     "I'm guessing the DJ will be playing nothing but show tunes tonight!" 

9.     "I bet you feel lucky to live in NYC — it's too bad about all those gay couples in the other 44 states." 

10."Congratulations! I'm so supportive of your sexual preference." 

What is the worst comment or question you have heard at any wedding?

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Which state has the highest percentage of obese people in the United States?  We have compiled a list of the Top 10 states with the highest obesity rates for you to review and compare.  Unfortunately the highest obesity rates are in correlation limited education and income.  So study up, maintain a healthy diet and start a new workout to lose weight if necessary. Living a healthy lifestyle is always a good choice.

Percentage of obese adults in all 50 states according to a recent report by Trust for America’s Health:

o  Mississippi: 34.4%

o  Alabama: 32.3%

o  West Virginia: 32.2%

o  Tennessee: 31.9%

o  Louisiana: 31.6%

o  Kentucky: 31.5%

o  Oklahoma: 31.4%

o  South Carolina: 30.9%

o  Arkansas: 30.6%

o  Michigan: 30.5%

How does the obesity issue affect your state?

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Going back to Las Vegas soon?  Even in a down economy, Las Vegas continues to add new attractions, restaurants and clubs to check out on your next trip.  What is on your Top 10 list of Top things to do in Las Vegas?   Here is a list of the Top 10 new things to do in the city of sin – Las Vegas:

·        PBR Rock Bar and Grill at Planet Hollywood – Ride the Bull!

·        Fantasy with Lorena Peril at Luxor – Hot, Hot, Hot

·        PetStay at Caesars, Imperial Palace & Rio – Going to the dogs

·        Eastside Lounge at Encore – Dueling Piano’s

·        Minus5 Ice Bar at Monte Carlo – Get your drink on below freezing

·        Sporting House at New York-New York – 130 TV’s for every event

·        King Ink at The Mirage – Get your new tattoo in a swanky joint

·        Rock & Rita’s at Circus Circus – High action at budget prices

·        Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas – New high end lodging near the CityCenter

·        Alex, Society Café & SW at the Wynn resorts are serving up vegan meals

How long do you think you party below freezing?

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Top 5 MilkShake’s in the USA

When you are feeling naughty and want to be bad, where do you go for your favorite milkshake? Nothing makes a bad day feel better than a tasty milkshake. At FasList we have compiled a list of the Best Restaurant Review Websites to save you a little time.  Here is a list of the Top 5 Milkshakes in the USA according to the Zagat's poll. 

Best Milkshakes

1.   Dairy Queen

2.   Cold Stone

3.   Sonic Drive-In

4.   Chick-fil-A

5.   Ben & Jerry's

Who has your favorite MilkShake?

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Are times and money a little tighter in your house these days?  Everyone is looking for ways to save money by cutting out the non-essentials.  In addition there are also many ways to save money on all of your must have items.  So if you are looking for hot deals on luxury clothes or the best websites for saving money, here is a list of the Top 5 easy ways to start saving money today:

1.      Auto Insurance – Have you shopped your auto insurance this year?  If not, take a few minutes to reduce your coverage on older cars and also shop around.

2.      Cable, Phone, Internet – Sometimes the best deals are with putting all of these services with 1 company.  If not, work them against each other to match the current promotion.  

3.      PrePaid Phones – This may be one easy way to manage the charges on those additional phones.  The pre-paid option has become very competitive and offers great deals along with cost control.

4.      Shop Online – If you have patience (You can wait a few days), then shopping online for about 50% of your purchases can save you up to 25% over the year. 

5.      Eat at Home – Take your favorite grocery store’s weekly flyer and only buy what is on sale or has a coupon.  This will rotate your menu for the week and save you money.

So as you venture out to save money and grind through the recession have one motto – Never pay full price. What is your favorite way to save money?

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Are you looking for the hottest new games that were designed for the Apple iPad?  Here is a list of the Top 10 newest games for the iPad.  Movies and books look great on the iPad but these games are considered the best for your fun during downtime:

·         Pocket Legends – Provides 3D graphics and various characters and best of all it has been offered for free. 

·         Sam & Max: Penal Zone – Follow these comic book characters on their adventures as the popular game on a PC comes to the Apple iPad.

·         Soosiez HD – Get your HD fix with this action game with many levels and worlds.

·         Civilization Revolution - The main game of Civilization Revolution begins in 4000 BC, with a lone settler in the middle of a little-explored region.

·         Command and Conquer: Red Alert - Command & Conquer: Red Alert takes place during an unspecified period in the 1950s of a parallel universe, which was inadvertently created by Albert Einstein in a failed attempt to prevent the horrors of World War II.

·         GT Racing: Motor Academy -  Featuring over 100 customizable cars to fulfill all of your racing needs.

·         Let’s Golf! HD – Featuring 63 holes of golf for up to 4 players, Let’s Golf provides hours of fun.

·         Dizzypad HD – Jump, hop and skip on this action game for all ages

·         Meteor Blitz HD – Remember Atari’s Asteroids?  This game takes it to the next level.

·         Pinball HD – Take a trip back to the 70’s and 80’s with this engaging pinball game that is a must have for every iPad.

Do you have a favorite game for the Apple iPad?  FasList is always looking for suggestions for the Best and Top Ranked in every category.

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Here is a quick look at the pre-season Top 10 Coaches poll as of Aug. 6 according to the latest coaches poll by USA Today. 

Which of these teams do you think will play for the BCS National Championship? 

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Do you really know what makes you or the woman in your life happy?  Either way, take a look at this list provided by a top women’s poll on health. We have put together a quick list to take away some of the guessing. So whether you are planning a romantic trip to Las Vegas or New York City and need to ensure that a good time is had, here are a few key items to remember:

·         Taking a trip or vacation ranks at the top of activities that bring happiness

·         Make sure you plan on working out or plan some active time on your trip

·         Make sure she has a night out with her good friends – Good for the soul.

·         Take a moment and enjoy a chocolate treat – Known to make mouths happy

·         Spend a little time with family and reconnect

So grab onto the first five of our Top 10 things that make a woman happy because the next 5 are not as fun or easy.  Coming soon.  What do you think makes a woman happy?

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