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Proof of inflation: minimum wage increases

25. July 2008

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The federal minimum wage increases from $5.85 an hour to $6.55 per hour yesterday. This is the second of three scheduled minimum wage increases, with the final increase scheduled for July 24, 2009 when the minimum wage will rise to $7.25 per hour. This is over a 10% increase per year. If I’m getting an [...]

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8 Backdoor Interview Tips from CareerBuilder

30. June 2008

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CareerBuilder published a list of a few things not to say in your next job interview. Some of them are no brainers but otherwise some helpful advice. Source: CNN.com – 8 worst things to say in an interview 1. “I hated my last boss.” Your last boss was a miserable person whose main concern was [...]

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What to consider for your first job

25. June 2008

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12 really good tips from careerbuilder. Most new grads really need to pay attention to them. Source: CNN.com – 12 things to consider for your first job 1. Ponder reasonable expectations for an entry-level salary. Research your desired industry and the jobs you’re interested in within that sector. Use Web sites such as cbSalary.com to [...]

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Are my tomatoes safe? Are my tomatoes safe?? Are my tomatoes safe???

10. June 2008

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I almost had to throw all my tomatoes away yesterday simply because I had no idea if they were contaminated with Salmonella. After a little research it turned out my tomatoes were fine and I will enjoy eating them. Here is a post from the FDA on the recent “Salmonellosis Outbreak in Certain Types of [...]

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High Gas Prices = Good SUV and Truck Deals!

9. June 2008

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All of us have been at the pump lately and we all know that gas prices are through the roof. But it’s not necessarily all bad if you are in the market for a new SUV or a TRUCK. Manufactures are offering substantial discounts on trucks and SUVS. Here is a table from WSJ article: [...]

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How much is gas costing you?

30. May 2008

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Gas prices have sky rocketed in the last 2 weeks. I fill up at 4.05 a week ago, and yesterday I filled up for 4.25. What is going on? Is there any relief at the pump? With China, and India both moving towards automobiles it’s raising the demand for gas, making gas a real luxury [...]

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Born to Be … Fuel-Efficient

21. May 2008

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Any one actialy considering getting a Vespa? Article from the WSJ Born to Be … Fuel-Efficient

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Is there any relief at the pump?

21. May 2008

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My last fill up was $4.05 per gallon! Is there any signs that gas prices are going to go down, or is it all up hill? There are a few small changes you can make to save on gas and save energy. Alternative Transportation: With the gas prices so high, it’s the first time I [...]

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Mars, Buffett to buy Wrigley for $23 billion

28. April 2008

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NEW YORK (MarketWatch) — Mars Inc., backed by billionaire investor Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway Inc., reached an agreement Monday to buy 117-year-old chewing-gum pioneer Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co. for about $23 billion. Link to the story Buffett always said to buy companies you understand. How simple is chewing-gum. Anyone like the deal?

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The high price of going organic

23. April 2008

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I’m sure all of you have notices the recent trend in food prices. All food products cost a lot more then they have in the past. But this is especially evident in the organic sections. It sucks when you are trying to eat healthy and a quart of organic milk running you 5 bucks! You [...]

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