In This Issue of

X-Mag

Obsessed - Buy it Or Boot Leg it?

To Squat or Not? Foreclosures

Financial Fitness

Hollywood Hot Gossip!

President picks first Hispanic Judge

Outcry - Health Care Sucks

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This literary phenom is the best selling author that the world has been waiting on. Essence best seller & X-Mag honoree, Nikkea Smithers is nothing but the truth. Grab anyone of her many books, including her latest book ,Sweet Dream, and you will not be unsatisfied. Make sure you check her out and watch her tv commercial at www.NikkeaSmithers.com To contact Nikkea Smithers email: info@nikkeasmithers.com

Want Financial Freedom?

If you are one of the millions of Americans looking for financial overflow, yet don't have the income stream that you currently desire then Jaynee Sasso's common sense way to wealth is most likely your answer. Simply go to www.commonsensewaytowealth.com

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U Wana Sing? Vocal Competiton

Young Tunez

New album coming soon as Tunez boggles away at his new club banger ,Rock Star, we , in the studio ponder exactly how large this young rap prodigy will become. So keep your eyes and ears open for this new bow wow, Mr. Young Tunez

Simple Steps To Financial Fitness

 Article by: Jaynee Sasso XR The Magazine, Financial Columnist

Today’s economic challenges have caused many organizations and government agencies to aggressively push initiatives that address financial literacy. We must not only teach people basic arithmetic and financial skills, but also focus on changing our system of values. This is especially true for the African-American community where getting the “tricked-out ride” and the “bling” have been top priorities.

According to the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI), a whopping 54 percent of African-Americans reported having less than $10,000 in savings and investments. We must increase our understanding about how to build a lasting financial legacy for generations to come. We are the ones placed at the greatest disadvantage because generation after generation never has the ability to build upon the financial foundation of past generations to achieve greater financial stability. I invite, no I challenge all of our readers, to read books, attend seminars and workshops in your local community to develop your understanding of personal finance. Consulting with financial professionals that can help you reach your goals is another way to heighten your awareness of what steps you must take to create wealth and leave a legacy for your family. The internet is another great resource for gaining insight into the world of personal finance and receiving free advice from experts. Don’t delay in taking advantage of all the resources and tools that are available on the journey toward achieving financial success and building a lasting financial legacy that will last for generations to come.

Our Contributors

Felicia Winston - Editor - In - Chief

Felicia, a Richmond, VA. native, has been writing her whole life. She has written several christian plays that have done numerous encores and that are highly sought after. She is not only X-Mags beloved Editor - In - Chief, but she also an accomplished poet that is in the studio currently working on her debute album. Check her out at www.NomegaTV.com Search: Transition

Johnny Nomega - Community Affairs

Johnny Nomega, a Baton Rouge, La native,  began writing at a young age and had opportunities to be published since the age of ten. He not only writes for X-Mag, but also is an active philanthropist, giving a great deal of his own income away to people in need. Check him out at www.NomegaStudios.com

Deacon Tyrone Goins - Spirituals

Deacon Tyrone Goins, a New York native, started out as a tough guy on the mean streets on NY and decided one day that his household would praise the lord. He now is an active Deacon at Faith & Family Church in Richmond, VA. and lead their food ministry, helping to serve dozens of needy families every month. Check out one of his messages at www.NomegaTV.com Search: Deacon Goins

Jaynee Sasso - Financials

Jaynee Sasso, a New York native, began as a little girl wanting to help those in financial need and that spurned her grow a keen interest in finances. Jaynee now helps people all across the east coast fatten their wallet and their bank statements prepared for the future. Check her out at  www.commonsensewaytowealth.com

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Dominique Cannon - Opinion Columnist

Dominique Cannon, also known as SymPhoene, is a 24 year old writer/poet representing Brooklyn, New York. Dominique is currently an editor for The Cool, and sporadically voices her opinions on her blog, Da Corner, about any and every topic possible.  You can check her out on Facebook, Myspace (http://www.myspace.com/technique84 ) and

The Cool website (www.enterthecool.com )