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How He Made His First Million

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 16:56:17 GMT

How He Made His First Million

posted: 168 DAYS 17 HOURS AGO

Tune in to WalletPop's chat with Robert P. Smith, author of "Riches Among the Ruins" (AMACOM), in a podcast about how he built his wealth in emerging markets.

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Would You Pay for an Internship?

Thu, 14 May 2009 20:13:25 GMT

Would You Pay for an Internship?

posted: 193 DAYS 13 HOURS AGO

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The Huffington Post is doing its annual charity auction of an internship -- with the bidding at $13,000. Who would pay to work for free in this economy? It makes us question internships in general, and how this free labor force came about.

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Dolans Warn About Free Money Scams

Fri, 08 May 2009 20:19:32 GMT

Dolans Warn About Free Money Scams

posted: 199 DAYS 13 HOURS AGO

If you know the Dolans, you can bet they've got a lot to say about the scams out there that try to convince you they can help you get free money. But you may be surprised what they have to say about how you can legitimately go about getting some free cash.

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Need Cash? Sell Your Body to Science

Wed, 06 May 2009 20:14:28 GMT

Need Cash? Sell Your Body to Science

posted: 201 DAYS 13 HOURS AGO

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It worked for Robert Rodriguez to fund his first film, so why not put yourself through college or buy a new car on the strength of your blood and guts? This is a guide to how people are accomplishing these feats.

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Freelancers Report Being Busier Than Ever

Wed, 06 May 2009 20:02:31 GMT

Freelancers Report Being Busier Than Ever

posted: 201 DAYS 14 HOURS AGO

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For some, being jobless is having a silver lining as companies still need work done even though they are reducing full-time staff positions. Here are some tips for transitioning your attitude from "unemployed" to "self-employed."

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Are You Hearing the Siren Call of Mary Kay?

Tue, 05 May 2009 17:19:50 GMT

Are You Hearing the Siren Call of Mary Kay?

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When you are jobless and thinking about ways you can make money from home, direct-sales companies like Mary Kay, Avon and Amway can seem really enticing. But beware! The nature of these companies makes them a hard sell in a bad economy.

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Deflation Killed the I Bond

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 14:54:17 GMT

Deflation Killed the I Bond

posted: 208 DAYS 19 HOURS AGO

filed under: Make More, Recession, Retirement, Retirement Advice

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For those looking toward the I Bond as a hedge against inflation, but right now we're experiencing such severe deflation that an investment in an I Bond isn't going to grow. So check your retirement to see how you're invested!

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Mass. Town Prints Its Own Currency

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 20:20:34 GMT

Mass. Town Prints Its Own Currency

posted: 210 DAYS 13 HOURS AGO

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Before you worry about a small town running afoul of the Constitution, this hamlet in the Berkshires is doing this a legal way, trying to spur spending in local businesses. Should your town do the same thing?

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7 Places Grads Can Get Jobs

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 20:03:18 GMT

7 Places Grads Can Get Jobs

posted: 220 DAYS 14 HOURS AGO

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About to graduate with no job in sight? Send your resume to these places, says SmartMoney and you might have some luck getting a job as everyone else is getting laid off.

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Need Fast Cash? Be a Movie Extra

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 19:11:05 GMT

Need Fast Cash? Be a Movie Extra

posted: 230 DAYS 14 HOURS AGO

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Get paid to stand around all day eating free food, then do a quick walk across the camera frame, or something of that sort. It's easy money the good old fashioned Hollywood way. How can you become a movie extra? Read our post and find out.

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