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Cool new ways to save money -- and the planet.
Reader's Digest — Get this: Your home is already an ecological wonder. Over the last 25 years the amount of energy used by the typical refrigerator dropped by two-thirds; washing-machine energy needs have been reduced by nearly half; the use of redwood decking has ...More…
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Simple, sensible ways to save money.
Reader's Digest — By Susan Berger From Reader's Digest As the government and Federal Reserve campaign to head off a recession, many families are working hard to save money and reduce debt. Credit-card debts and other loans hang over us like a sword. By saving ...More…
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Stop Drafts Around Windows and Doors and Save Energy
Reader's Digest — If your windows or doors are a source of chilly drafts all winter long, the problem could be worn-out seals, weatherstripping or thresholds. Then again, sloppy installation might be to blame. When cold weather arrives, hold the back of your hand ...More…
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Save Money On Home Improvement
Reader's Digest — Have you ever tried to find a contractor in March to start your new three-season porch that you want completed by Mother's Day? It'll cost more than if you'd found a contractor in January. Most contractors plan out months ahead and don't ...More…
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Save Money With An Energy Audit
Reader's Digest — If high energy bills are causing you shock and frustration, take heart. There's something you can do - call your local utility company and ask for an energy audit. An energy auditor will come to your home and conduct a series of tests to provide ...More…
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Install A Programmable Thermostat For Energy Savings
Reader's Digest — When it comes to energy savings, few upgrades pay off as quickly as a programmable thermostat. If you turn down the heat 5 degrees at night and 10 degrees during the day when no one is home, you'll cut your energy bill by 5 to 20 percent. If you ...More…
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Reader's Digest — A business traveler watches as an airport security officer inspects his carry-on luggage. An undergraduate college student going into the computer science industry with a bachelor's will already have an outdated education by the time they ...More…
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The Reader's Digest Version of
Reader's Digest — By Andy Simmons From Reader's Digest See the slideshow of 13 Ways to Go Green Let your bulb answer that. You save energy with the lights off, even for a few seconds. But flicking that switch shortens every lightbulb's life. Incandescent ...More…
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13 Things Your Consignment Shop Owner Won't Tell You
Reader's Digest — Interviews by Amy Maclin From Reader's Digest Plus: 13 More Things Your Consignment Shop Owner Won't Tell You 1. We love an economic downturn. Some of us are seeing sales up 35 percent from last year. 2. Our margins are shrinking like everybody .. ...More…
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Q & A;: Frank Hanna on the Meaning of Money
Reader's Digest — No, I don't. In my case, I've worked very hard, but most of us have received many gifts; it's hard to be grateful enough for that. It allows us to create and nurture relationships with others. When I pay you $20 for some good or ser-vice, we ...More…
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The 12 Commandments of Wealth
Reader's Digest — By W. Randall Jones From Reader's Digest 1. Seek money for money's sake and ye shall not find. 2. Find your perfect pitch. (Know your strengths and weaknesses.) 8. Location doesn't matter. Success can take place anywhere. 3. Be your own boss. ...More…