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  • Self-Employed? Tips for Taking Time Off Without Trauma   14 years 39 weeks ago

    Spot on tips. I do have my own bimonthly sabbaticals off from online work. I've been noticing a lot of other self-employed, especially those whose income depend online, take digital breaks from time to time. I think it's a healthy way to step back and do some object appraisal of your work.

  • 5 Expenses to Ditch After Age 30   14 years 39 weeks ago

    partying causes you to lose alot of money. bar bills can add up qiuckly.. Good post

  • Save Money on Shaving With These Razor Tricks   14 years 39 weeks ago

    There are probably a dozen web sites that have great double edged blades for sale, from probably a dozen different makers of the blades. While traditional razors may not be common in this country anymore, the rest of the world has not jumped on the cartridge/disposable razor band wagon. I like the coated stainless-steel blades that Lord makes in Egypt. The Feather blades from Japan are even sharper, which I find makes them last fewer shaves. Still, at less than a quarter a blade in quantity, one can afford to change them after only two shaves.

  • Free Stuff and Coupons for New Parents   14 years 39 weeks ago

    the site called Baby to Bee is mostly a scam selling other products and you get a LOT of spam afterward.

  • Ask The Readers: Do You Have Multiple Sources of Income?   14 years 39 weeks ago

    Yes but most are not sustainable (ie: selling cd collection on ebay). Researching other passive and active sources to replace the cubicle check that is our primary source.

  • Fresh Fruits and Vegetables, By the Month   14 years 39 weeks ago

    I am finding all sorts of stuff I'm looking for today. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! This is exactly what I need.

  • 5 Home and Family Items to Avoid Buying Used   14 years 39 weeks ago

    I would never think twice of buying used tires for my car. To me that is absurd just to save a few hundred bucks, not worth the risk. New tires are sometimes not even the best ones to begin with, but that is just on the rarest occasions.

    I really liked this article. I think some people take advantage of used products/services and don't realize the risk involved.

  • Quick Pantry Snacks for Unexpected Guests   14 years 39 weeks ago

    Thanks for the compliment, TK. Very much appreciated!

  • No Signal? 6 Ways to Boost Your Cell Phone Reception   14 years 39 weeks ago

    I found if you take an old wheat penny, not a new penny it doesn't work as well, but a wheat penny that is mostly copper and put it behind your battery it gave me 2 steady bars at home where I had only an intermittent signal before. It even goes to full signal from time to time!! I've never had that here!! My phone is the lg 500 g from tracfone.

  • Medical Supplies You Can Still Score With Flex Spending   14 years 39 weeks ago

    Excellent article that appears up to date from a physician's standpoint. The new rules will be a hassle for patients, physicians, and even the government employees that review this stuff.

  • 8 Frequently Under-Budgeted Air Travel Costs   14 years 39 weeks ago

    Snacks & drinks - no matter how you're traveling. Airport food is notoriously overpriced as are vending machines at hotels. Quick stops & fast food along major highways can cost $5 and up per snack, which can add up over a few days. We try to take as much as we can/are allowed, or find major grocery stores or big box discount stores to stock up en route.

    Also, parking fees, especially when visiting urban areas, & toll fees in certain parts of the country.

  • Ask The Readers: Do You Have Multiple Sources of Income?   14 years 39 weeks ago

    I run 3 chinese foot massage business here in Los angeles, 1 rental property income here in the US, 2 rental properties in China, and now I'm trying to start another income source online through blogging (havent had any success yet).

  • Ask The Readers: Do You Have Multiple Sources of Income?   14 years 39 weeks ago

    We don't have multiple incomes in our household. But we're setting up a foundation to get multiple incomes in the future.

  • netSpend: The Story of the Visa Debit Card We Did Not Apply For   14 years 39 weeks ago

    the bank backing this card is Metadata out of SD. Federal reserve needs this institution for a complaint, not the netwspend info.

    If one is to file a comlpaint against the type of marketing they are doing, contact bb.org. This will put a complaint on file against the company.

    I personally do not have an issue sending the card, my issue is that nowhere in the documentation does it state who provided the info to Netspend and this is a solicitation card (just like the checks). that is the info that needs to be in the solicitation letter.

  • Ask The Readers: Do You Have Multiple Sources of Income?   14 years 39 weeks ago

    Great idea for a giveaway! My primary source of income comes from IT consulting, but I also enjoy a bit of passive income from various websites I maintain.

  • Stupid Things to Put in Your Cover Letter   14 years 39 weeks ago

    I've had very good luck using the bulleted approach mentioned (matching requirements with experience). Also, when I cannot find a specific name, I've used either Dear People or Dear HR Professional (suggested to me by an HR professional!).

  • Do Americans really want to "Go Dutch"?   14 years 39 weeks ago

    Starting with the usual trojan horse: Your piece was interesting, intelligent, and well written. However, I have the advantage of time -- in that the last 2 or 3 three years since you wrote, we see that, in the wake of our second Great Depression, the EGC Republicans (Extreme-Greed Capitalists) are espousing a government of the 1%, by the 1%, and for the 1%; are doing their best to decapitate government at all levels; and are intent turning the USA into a BRO (Banana Republic Oligarchy). Statistics say the top 1% now own roughly 40% of the wealth in our dear USofA. Whereas in China the government may "own the people", the idea (or at least mythology, if imperfectly implemented) here in the USA was that we the PEOPLE (not the Koch Brothers) own the government, the government is run by the people (not the super-rich), and run for the people (not the wealthiest 1%). Since you originally wrote your piece/blog, Thomas Geogheghan published his book "Were You Born on the Wrong Continent ?: How the European Model Can Help You Get a Life" -- where he analyzes why Europe (Germany) is in many ways better for the middle class than our over-the-cliff-extreme capitalism that serves the top 1% here. Provides a recent supplement to the writings of, say, Howard Zinn (Peoples History of the US), or the classic Jack London (Why I'm not a Republican -- paraphrasing that title ;-). Will look forward to your comments after you check out all three ...

  • How to Get Rid of Bees   14 years 39 weeks ago

    Amen - exactly what I was going to say about killing bees.

  • Quickly Remove Scratches From CDs and DVDs   14 years 39 weeks ago

    hair gel worked, amazin was about to bin dvd & thought i'd give it a try very pleased thnk you

  • 5 Quick Ways to Become a Better Networker Today   14 years 39 weeks ago

    Very Nice! It is so true with Networking the right way. It should come natural and more of "how can you help someone else? rather than " look at what I have to offer. Relationships take time to build and being genuinely interested in others, gaining their trust, and providing value is key. Like you said, going at it in spurts doesn't work either. Consistency in being a friend and connector "naturally" all the time will ensure your success. You are right on target here!

  • Secret Lawn Tonic Recipe From Golf Course Groundskeeper   14 years 39 weeks ago

    I've been using this on my lawn for over 10 years. Not that it means much to anyone, but I swear by it. I've actually had lawn company sales people ask me what company I'm using on it. And all of my neighbors are using this on their lawns.

    One point that's not mentioned in the article: it's best to apply this in the morning, AFTER you've lightly watered the lawn first.

    A prior poster asked about soaps: I like regular Joy and Ivory the best.

    And applying in high heat is fine. Again it's just best to apply it in early in the day.

  • Is MagicJack a Scam?   14 years 39 weeks ago

    I agree Magic Jack customer service sucks BIG Time
    can't reslove even a basic problem, like caller id not working, spent an hour chating with them to resloved the issue, but could not. They disconceted me from it.
    Don't buy it

  • Ask The Readers: Do You Have Multiple Sources of Income?   14 years 39 weeks ago

    Due to lack of an annual raise and the elimination of a 401K match I have added two additional sources of income:

    1. I created a website store selling an exclusive line of clothing.
    2. I became an Advisor for the direct sales company Mancaveworldwide.com

  • How to Answer 23 of the Most Common Interview Questions   14 years 39 weeks ago

    Thank you for a very helpful article. For new college graduates (like myself), the interview process can seem like you've just been shoved onstage to perform a play with a script you barely know. The interviewer clearly wants to hear certain responses, and you can only hope that what you're saying is right on the money - especially when you're trying to make a list of internships (no matter how long or impressive) ring with the confidence of a seasoned work history.

    In recent interviews, my age (22) has been brought up on multiple occasions: always in a complimentary way ("You've done so much - and you just graduated?"), but it makes me uncomfortable. I'm afraid that the age factor (my status as a new grad) can potentially disqualify me from positions regardless of my qualifications. Any advice for how new grads can best prove that it's capability, not date of birth, which makes you perfect for a position?

  • 25 Things to Do With Used Corks (Including Making Money With Them)   14 years 39 weeks ago

    We have a 3ft and a 4ft tall c probably 6in circular glass containers next to our portable bar/storage cupboard.
    We toss all our wine bottle corks into them. We practice tossing the corks into the container much like a mini basketball hoop. Fun for adults and kids alike and makes a great conversation piece. We now see many wine bars doing this with huge glass circular containers.