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recycling, environment, home ownership, money, down payment

A man earned an estimated $45,000 through recycling, saving up for a down payment on a house.

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Money

Man in his 30s recycles nearly half a million cans to earn a down payment on a house

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underpaid jobs, job market, minimum wage, emt, essential worker

EMTs are among the least paid professions in the U.S.

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Work & Money

People everywhere agree that these four mission critical professions are shockingly underpaid

amazon, tiny house, tiny house trend, economics, real estate
Money

America's most luxurious affordable home: A tiny house that sells for under $11,000 on Amazon

This tricked out new house costs less than a used car.

Ford, auto industry, manufacturing, Gen Z, wages
Work & Money

Ford CEO's response to 'young people don't want to work here' is just what Gen Z needs to hear

The old way of doing business is just what young people need.

coupons, dating, first date ideas, economy, frugal living
Money

New research shows a surprising number of Americans think coupons are okay for a first date

Over 28% of Americans consider frugality “sexy.”

Collage of Michael Sheen, credit cards, and woman in debt
Money

Michael Sheen writes off over $1 million of debt for 900 Welsh people to combat greedy banks

"There is a way to change it, there are alternatives, and we need to push to try and make a difference for people.”

Christina Cavanaugh next to video store wall
Culture

A loyal customer lost her video rental store, but gained her own movie section

She can still rent movies from “Christina’s Corner” even though the store is closed.

Silhouette of older man with young child
Family

Older dads sound off on when they’re confused for grandpa around their young children

“Get upset or relish in embarrassing the person.”

Man can't believe his eyes when old landlord sends him $2,500 check as a ‘share’ after selling home
Health

Man can't believe his eyes when old landlord sends him $2,500 check as a ‘share’ after selling home

The landlord's letter to the tenant has inspired many people to be kind and generous.

Terry Pratchett's story about two boots shows why the rich get richer and the poor struggle and it's on point
Money

Terry Pratchett's story about two boots shows why the rich get richer and the poor struggle and it's on point

Author Terry Pratchett used the example of two different pairs of boots to explain how being poor can sometimes be so expensive.

Culture

With $4.2 billion in direct giving, MacKenzie Scott 'puts shame to the billionaire class'

That is how it's done, people.

Culture

AOC defends paramedic being shamed for her 'racy' side job

"The actual scandalous headline here is 'Medics in the United States need two jobs to survive'."

Joe Biden takes aim at Wall Street

Elizabeth Warren is back.

Health

Biden's health adviser's plan to save the economy and lives: Pay people to stay home for 4-6 weeks

"When Covid is running out of control, the economy is going to be suffering mightily. So the things we have to do to get Covid under control will ultimately affect the economy in a positive way."

Culture

Revealed: the corporation that publicly says they support racial justice ... but then secretly fund politicians who fight against progress

Culture

When 2 monkeys were paid unequally for the same task they revolted against their 'boss'

Other animals understand fairness. Why is it so hard for the rest of us?

Culture

The 'harbinger zip codes' where Americans reliably pick losing candidates and products

How often you use coupons is one of the deciding factors.

Health

'Amazon Tax' passed in Seattle means corporate taxes will help fund local pandemic relief

The tax rate corporations will pay ranges from 0.7% to 2.4% and will generate at least $200 million a year.

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