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When you find something unusable, broken, or dirty, what do you do? Do you toss it? Give it to a thrift store? Recycle it? Would earning money for your troubles (and your trash)
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On July 24th, 2009 the federal minimum wage will increase from $6.55 an hour to $7.25 an hour. This amounts to an increase of 10.7%. How will this change affect you?
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Ask the Readers: Trash or Cash? (Chance to Win $20!)
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A Comprehensive Guide to the Envelope System
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How to Boost Your Credit Score in Just 30 Days
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